2003 journal article

Optimization of strength and ductility in nanocrystalline and ultrafine grained metals

SCRIPTA MATERIALIA, 49(7), 657–662.

By: C. Koch n

co-author countries: United States of America πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ
author keywords: nanocrystalline metals; ultrafine grained metals; yield strength; ductility
Source: Web Of Science
Added: August 6, 2018

The possible optimization of strength and ductility in nanocrystalline and ultrafine grained metals is assessed. Most nanocrystalline metals show little ductility while exhibiting enhanced strength. The possibility that these properties can be optimized is discussed for microstructures with appropriate grain size distributions, and the introduction of second phase particles.