elongation. Low ductility is generally induced by the formation of brittle phases after long-
term heat treatment. Here, we demonstrate a new strategy to optimize strength-ductility in
RHEAs through cold rolling-annealing treatments. The Zr 35 Ti 30 Nb 20 Al 10 Ta 5 RHEA
was cold rolled followed by annealing. A high tensile yield strength of∼ 997 MPa with an
elongation of∼ 20% was obtained. Several factors together optimize the mechanical …