Abstract
Gradient structures have been created in single crystal nickel-based superalloys (SX alloys) via surface mechanical creep-feed grinding treatment (SMCGT). It has been found that these gradient structures are mainly composed of nano-sized grains, sub-micron-sized grains, dislocation structures, and the matrix material of single crystals along the depth from the treated surface. In addition, the evolution of such structures is found to be dominated by the dislocation movements which run through both γ channels and γ' precipitates, subdividing the two types of microstructures into various dislocation structures, and eventually introducing the refined grains into the surface layer. Furthermore, the evolution process of gradient structures primarily originates from the mechanical effect between abrasive grits and workpiece material, owing to the large grinding force (up to 529 N) and low grinding temperature (less than 150 °C) during the unique creep-feed grinding treatment in the present investigation. Due to the typical grain refinement, the hardness of the nanostructures exhibits the largest value of around 10 GPa in the surface layer, approximately 26% higher than that of the matrix material. This study further enhances the understanding of the microstructure-property relationship of SX alloys subjected to creep-feed grinding treatment and contributes to achievement of high-performance components.
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