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The strongest aluminium alloys (2xxx, 6xxx and 7xxx) are produced by precipitation (or age) hardening.
In the first section, you can learn how a fine dispersion of precipitates can be formed by appropriate heat treatment.
The second section shows how these precipitates strengthen the alloy by inhibiting dislocation mobility.
Before starting, it is important that you have a basic understanding of binary phase diagrams. You should also be familiar with the following terms: phase, equilibrium, Gibbs' free energy, solid solution.
See Also
- Bumpers
- Closure Sheet
- Engine Block
- Applications of Rolled Products
- 2xxx Series Alloys
- 6xxx Series Alloys
- 7xxx Series Alloys
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References
- Polmear IJ, "Light Alloys: Metallurgy Of The Light Metals", Elsevier Science, 0340632070
Authors/Contributors
- Graeme Marshall, Alcan International Ltd
- Paul Evans, Innoval Technology Ltd (formerly Alcan Intl. Ltd, Banbury)
- Ricky Ricks, Innoval Technology Ltd (formerly Alcan Intl. Ltd, Banbury)
- Jürgen Hirsch, Hydro Aluminium Deutschland GmbH
- Andrew Green, The University of Liverpool
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