Current States and Development of Research on Redissolution and Reprecipitation of Nanoprecipitated Phases in Al–Cu Alloys

Abstract

The evolution of nanoprecipitated phases in Al–Cu alloys under severe plastic deformation (SPD) is summarized in this study. SPD at room temperature induces the precipitation of Al–Cu alloys to dissolve, leading to the reformation of supersaturated solid solution in the aluminum matrix. In the process of SPD or aging treatment after the SPD, the reprecipitated phases are precipitated from the aluminum matrix and the mechanical properties of the alloys are remarkably improved. The mechanism and system of the redissolution of the precipitation phases and the effects of redissolution and reprecipitation on the microstructure and properties of Al–Cu alloys are comprehensively analyzed. The development and future of redissolution and reprecipitation of nanoprecipitated phases in Al–Cu alloys are also described.