A Novel Turning-Induced-Deformation Based Technique to Process Magnesium Alloys
A magnesium alloy was fabricated through the consolidation of chips accumulated during the turning process, followed by cold compaction and hot extrusion. A variation in the depths of cut was done during turning to understand the effect of deformation imparted during primary processing on the mechan...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2019-07-01
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| Series: | Metals |
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| Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2075-4701/9/8/841 |
| Summary: | A magnesium alloy was fabricated through the consolidation of chips accumulated during the turning process, followed by cold compaction and hot extrusion. A variation in the depths of cut was done during turning to understand the effect of deformation imparted during primary processing on the mechanical properties of an AZ91 alloy (Mg−9 wt.% Al−1 wt.% Zn−0.3 wt.% Mn). The results revealed a significant improvement in compressive strengths (up to 75%) with increased depth of cut, without compromising ductility through the development of fine-grained structures and prior plastic strain induction. This approach resulted in superior materials vis-a-vis conventional deformation techniques and promotes cost and energy efficiency through recycling industrial metal swarf, which is a significant environmental and economic concern. |
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| ISSN: | 2075-4701 |