In recent years, Zn-based materials have been extensively investigated as potential
candidates for biodegradable implant applications. The introduction of alloying elements …

Activation of different slip systems in hexagonal close packed (hcp) metals depends
primarily on the c/a ratio, which is an intrinsic property that can be altered through alloying …

In the present investigation, the role of copper (Cu) pre-coating has been studied for the
development of good quality corrosion-resistant hot-dip galvanized (GI) coating on high …

Research on zinc sheet formability, relevant for its technological applications, requires
deeper understanding of the microstructural features that govern the plastic response of the …

The present work investigates the effect of three different strip entry temperatures
(SETs)(500, 575, and 650° C) on the extremely thin aluminum (Al)-rich inhibition layer …

The aim of the present work is to simulate the macroscopic, anisotropic mechanical
response and texture evolution of Zn-Cu-Ti alloy sheet under uniaxial tension and simple …

The formability of sheet metals is frequently characterized by the forming limit curve (FLC),
which is determined by applying proportional loading paths until the onset of necking …

High plasticity of bioabsorbable stents, either cardiac or ureteral, is of great importance in
terms of implants' fabrication and positioning. Zn-Cu constitutes a promising group of …

In this work, the elastoplastic behavior of Zn20 alloy sheets is characterized via a
methodology that encompasses experiments, modeling, and numerical simulations. The …

Copper-based composites have interesting properties and they are widely used in
electronics, packaging, and automotive applications. In the present work, the cross …