In-situ neutron diffraction during stress relaxation of a single crystal nickel-base superalloy

David Collins, Neil D'Souza, Chinnapat Panwisawas

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Abstract

The stress relaxation behaviour of a single crystal nickel-base superalloy has been quantified using time-of-flight neutron diffraction analysis for a range of temperatures relevant to casting. A new iterative analysis methodology is described to isolate the lattice strain behaviour of the g matrix and g' precipitate phases from data obtained sufficiently rapidly to help elucidate the microscopic effect of macroscopic stress relaxation. The independent response of g and g' is revealed, showing the temperature sensitivity of lattice strain relaxation. The g/g' response is discussed in the context of thermo-mechanical conditions that may affect the propensity for recrystallisation.
Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)103-107
JournalScripta Materialia
Volume131
Early online date26 Jan 2017
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 1 Apr 2017

Keywords

  • Neutron diffraction
  • Stress relaxation
  • Superalloys

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