The effect of Re and Ru on γ/γ′ microstructure, γ-solid solution strengthening and creep strength in nickel-base superalloys

► Creep rupture strength in dependence of Re and Ru. ► Interrelationship between Re and Ru dependent microstructure and creep strength. ► Interrelation of solid solution strengthener and creep strength. ► Comparison to simulation.