Dynamic Strain Aging during Tensile Deformation of Extruded AZ81 Magnesium Alloy

Abstract

Serrated flow has been observed in AZ81 alloy during tensile deformation. The observed static strain ageing effect and negative strain rate sensitivity suggest that the serrated flow is due to interaction between dislocations and solute atoms, know as dynamic strain ageing (DSA). The Portevin-Le Chatelier effect is observed at temperatures between 150oC~200oC and 125oC~200oC. In the microstructure of deformed samples dislocations and twins is observed. It is suggested that the occurrence of the dynamic strain aging is associated with interactions between solute atoms and dislocations.