Deformation-induced microstructural heterogeneity and rejuvenation in a Zr-based bulk metallic glass

Lianshun Zhang, Tuo Wang, Qiqi Hou, Qi Hao, Jichao Qiao

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Abstract

Phase separation has been observed in the glassy matrix of (Zr62.5Cu22.5Fe5Al10)94Nb6 bulk metallic glass (BMG) when it has been performed by three-point bending. Cu-rich and Zr, Fe-rich zones have been found in the deformed BMG. The intensity of β-relaxation and the free volume are increased after the deforming process. The deformed BMG presents a work-hardening like behavior and it has a larger compressive plasticity than the undeformed BMG, which is attributed to the microstructural heterogeneity and rejuvenation by the deformation.

Original languageEnglish
Article number121148
JournalJournal of Non-Crystalline Solids
Volume574
DOIs
StatePublished - 15 Dec 2021

Keywords

  • Bulk metallic glass
  • Deformation
  • Phase separation
  • Structural heterogeneity

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