Accommodation mechanisms in strain-transformable titanium alloys

Analysis of Strain-induced Peak Broadening in Titanium Alloys

X-ray diffraction measurement in the bulk of engineering components allows evaluation of lattice spacing variation by application of Bragg law and hence, by comparison with a strain-free reference specimen, computation of elastic strains and stresses. Diffraction peak position is related to average elastic strain within the scattering grains, whilst diffraction peak shape is related to crystall...

Titanium Alloys

Although originally discovered in the 18th century [1], the titanium industry did not experience any significant advancement until the middle of the 20th century through the development of the gas turbine engine [2]. Since then, the aerospace sector has dominated worldwide titanium use with applications in both engines and airframe structures [3]. The highly desirable combination of properties,...

Titanium Alloys in Orthopaedics

Metallic implants are commonly used in the orthopedic field. Despite the large number of metallic medical devices in use today, they are predominantly make up of only a few metals. Metallic alloys such as titanium continue to be one of the most important components used in orthopaedic implant devices due to favorable properties of high strength, rigidity, fracture toughness and their reliable m...

Strain relaxation mechanisms and local structural changes in Si1ÀxGex alloys

In this work, we address issues pertinent to the understanding of the structural and electronic properties of Si12xGex alloys, namely, ~i! how does the lattice constant mismatch between bulk Si and bulk Ge manifest itself in the alloy system? and ~ii! what are the relevant strain release mechanisms? To provide answers to these questions, we have carried out an in-depth study of the changes in t...

Titanium and Titanium Alloys as Biomaterials