| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1571829 | Materials Characterization | 2009 | 7 Pages |
Abstract
AZ31-Ce-Gd alloys were studied and the influence of cerium (Ce) and gadolinium (Gd) on the microstructure and rolling capability of AZ31 alloy was investigated. The results indicated that the grains of AZ31 alloy were refined with Ce and Gd addition. Ce and Gd addition resulted in the formation of Al4Ce, Al2Gd and Mg3Gd. After homogenization and rolling, the Al4Ce, Al2Gd and Mg3Gd still existed. The rolling capability of AZ31 alloy was improved obviously with Ce and Gd addition. However, once Gd content increased to a certain value, the rolling capability of the modified alloy declined but still better than that of AZ31 alloy.
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Authors
Wenping Li, Hong Zhou, Pengyu Lin, Shizhe Zhao,