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Materialism: A Materials Science Podcast

Episode 91: High Entropy Alloys

Jul 24, 2024
Discover the revolutionary world of high entropy alloys (HEAs), materials that defy traditional metallurgy rules with their unique compositions. These alloys boast exceptional strength, hardness, and thermal stability, transforming the materials industry. Experts discuss the simultaneous discovery of HEAs at top universities and their implications for future technological advancements. Explore the cutting-edge techniques for manufacturing these alloys and their immense potential in various applications, from aerospace to energy solutions.
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Quick takeaways

  • High entropy alloys, characterized by their unique composition, challenge conventional metallurgy by demonstrating exceptional strength and toughness beyond traditional materials.
  • The parallel discoveries of HEAs at Oxford and Tsinghua highlight significant advancements in material science, presenting opportunities for innovative applications despite existing commercialization challenges.

Deep dives

The Emergence of High Entropy Alloys

The field of high entropy alloys (HEAs) has revitalized materials science, presenting exceptional mechanical properties that challenge conventional alloy design. These alloys are created by mixing multiple elements in equiatomic ratios, leading to remarkable outcomes such as increased fracture toughness surpassing traditional materials. For instance, while typical tough steels have a fracture toughness of 50-100 MPa√m, HEAs can reach values between 200 to over 400 MPa√m. This unexpected performance has opened new avenues for material exploration in a domain previously considered limited.

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