Gradient hierarchical grain structures of Al0.1CoCrFeNi high-entropy alloys through dynamic torsion

Abstract Al0.1CoCrFeNi high-entropy alloys are firstly processed by cyclic dynamic torsion (DT) using Split-Hopkinson Torsional Bar. Gradient hierarchical microstructures produced by DT are investigated using electron backscattered diffraction, transmission electron microscopy, and nanoindentation tests. Based on the gradient torsional strain, significant grain refinement, remarkable work hardening, and hierarchical deformation substructures are introduced into the current DT-HEAs.

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