Abstract

Metallic glass (MG) shows great potential for a wide range of functional and structural applications. However, it remains a challenge to enhance the ductility of metallic glasses without compromising their strength during development. A composite of bulk metallic glass/graphene (BMG/C(n)) was prepared using the suction casting method in argon atmosphere, with a nominal composition of (Zr60Ni20Al20)100-x(C(n))x (x = 5,10,15). The results indicate that the graphene well dispersed in the BMG matrix without any other intermetallic compounds present. Mechanical property testing reveals a significant increase in both plasticity and hardness with increasing graphene content, while maintaining high fracture strength of the BMG matrix.

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