Heterostructured (HS) materials, characterized by heterogeneous zones with differences in
mechanical or physical properties, represent a revolutionary advancement in material …

Dense intragranular distribution of nanoscale reinforcements is highly desirable since it is
effective in reconciling the strength-ductility trade-off in Al matrix composites (AMCs). Herein …

The development of steels with a combination of high strength, ductility, and toughness has
been highly desirable for structural applications. Here we achieve high fracture toughness …

Addressing the strength-toughness trade-off issue has been highly desirable for high
strength Mg alloys. Herein, an Mg-9Gd-4Y-1Zn-0.5 Zr (wt%) alloy is designed, and a yield …

In metals with homogeneous microstructure, whether there is a critical grain size, and
exactly at which, that enables the optimal strength-ductility synergy alongside the trade-off …

Recently, heterogeneous structured materials have attracted considerable attention due to
their excellent mechanical properties. In this work, a heterostructured Al–AlN/Al–Mg …

The configurational design of heterostructures has received considerable attention to
achieve a superior combination of strength and ductility. Although heterostructuring for …

Refractory high-entropy alloys (RHEAs) are potential materials for high-temperature
structural applications due to their excellent high-temperature performance. However, the …

In this study, the mechanical properties and biocompatibility of Zn-Mn alloys with different
Mn contents have been investigated. The results show that the grain size of the Zn-Mn alloys …

Combining hetero-structure and TRIP effect can be a feasible approach to enhancing the
strength-ductility synergy. Here, varied gradient microstructures with gradual increase in …