Abstract
In this study, a layered composite material consisting of alternating aluminum and niobium layers and cladded on both sides with titanium plates was obtained by explosive welding. Microstructure of the composite was thoroughly studied using scanning electron microscopy (SEM) and transmission electron microscopy (TEM), as well as by energy dispersive X-ray spectroscopy (EDX) and electron backscattered diffraction (EBSD). Microhardness measurements, tensile test, and impact strength test were carried out to evaluate the mechanical properties of the composite. Formation of mixing zones observed near all interfaces was explained by local melting and subsequent rapid solidification. Mixing zones at Nb/Al interfaces consisted of metastable amorphous and ultrafine crystalline phases, as well as NbAl3 and Nb2Al equilibrium phases. Niobium grains near the interface were significantly elongated, while aluminum grains were almost equiaxed. Crystalline grains inside the mixing zones did not have a distinct crystallographic texture. Microhardness of Al/Nb mixing zones was in the range 546–668 HV, which significantly exceeds the microhardness of initial materials. Tensile strength and impact strength of the composite were 535 MPa and 82 J/cm2, respectively. These results confirm the high bonding strength between the layers.
Funder
the Federal Task of Ministry of Education and Science of the Russian Federation
Subject
General Materials Science,Metals and Alloys
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