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Microstructures, mechanical properties and corrosion behavior of high-pressure die-cast Mg–4Al–0.4Mn–xPr (x = 1, 2, 4, 6) alloys
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In this article, the microstructures, mechanical properties, corrosion behavior as well as strengthening mechanism of high-pressure die-casting alloys were investigated and the fine rigid skin region was related to the high cooling rate and aggregation of alloying elements, such as Pr.Mg-4Al-0.4Mn-xPr (x = 1, 2, 4 and 6 wt.%) magnesium alloys.About:
This article is published in Journal of Alloys and Compounds.The article was published on 2009-07-08. It has received 42 citations till now. The article focuses on the topics: Grain boundary strengthening & Grain boundary.read more
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Corrosion of magnesium alloys: the role of alloying
TL;DR: In this paper, the influence of alloying on the corrosion of Mg-alloys is reviewed, with particular emphasis on the underlying electrochemical kinetics that dictate the ultimate corrosion rate.
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Ultrastrong Mg Alloy via Nano-spaced Stacking Faults
TL;DR: In this paper, stacking faults with nanoscale spacing were introduced into a Mg-8.5Gd-2.3Y-1.8Ag-0.4Zr (wt%) alloy by conventional hot rolling.
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Towards developing Mg alloys with simultaneously improved strength and corrosion resistance via RE alloying
TL;DR: In this paper, the common influence mechanisms of rare earth (RE) on mechanical and anti-corrosion properties of Mg alloys are summarized, and the latest research progress of RE-containing Mg-alloys with simultaneously improved strength and corrosion resistance are introduced.
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Mechanical Properties of Magnesium-Rare Earth Alloy Systems: A Review
TL;DR: In this paper, the mechanical properties of different magnesium-rare earth based binary alloys, ternary alloys and other higher alloys with more than three alloying elements are presented.
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Corrosion of hot extrusion AZ91 magnesium alloy. Part II: Effect of rare earth element neodymium (Nd) on the corrosion behavior of extruded alloy
Tao Zhang,Tao Zhang,Guozhe Meng,Guozhe Meng,Yawei Shao,Yawei Shao,Zhongyu Cui,Fuhui Wang,Fuhui Wang +8 more
TL;DR: In this paper, the corrosion behavior of extruded Nd-free AZ91 and extruded AZ91 + 1.5Nd alloy was investigated by weight loss and electrochemical measurements.
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Corrosion mechanisms of magnesium alloys
Guang-Ling Song,Andrej Atrens +1 more
TL;DR: In this paper, a detailed review of the corrosion mechanisms of magnesium alloys is presented, and the basis for the design of new alloys with improved corrosion properties is provided for improving the corrosion properties.
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Understanding Magnesium Corrosion—A Framework for Improved Alloy Performance
Guang-Ling Song,Andrej Atrens +1 more
TL;DR: In this article, a mechanistic overview of the various types of magnesium corrosion is provided, and a theoretical framework for further, much needed research is provided. But, as stated in the introduction, "There is still vast scope both for better fundamental understanding of corrosion processes, engineering usage of magnesium, and also on the corrosion protection of magnesium alloys in service".
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Magnesium and its alloys applications in automotive industry
TL;DR: In this article, the authors reviewed and evaluated the applications of magnesium in the automotive industry that can significantly contribute to greater fuel economy and environmental conservation, and concluded that reasonable prices and improved properties of Mg and its alloys will lead to massive use of magnesium.
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Magnesium Alloys and their Applications
TL;DR: In this paper, a texture analysis is used to evaluate the effect of texture on the deformation behavior of a cast Mg-Zn-Al-Alloy in a high temperature setting.
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Recent magnesium alloy development for elevated temperature applications
TL;DR: In this paper, a review of various new magnesium alloys that have been developed in recent years for elevated temperature applications is presented. And the potential applications of these alloys in automotive powertrains are also discussed.