Abstract Miniaturized Tensile Test (MTT), as an important type of Small Specimen Test
Technology (SSTT), has gained increasing attentions in the nuclear industry and other …

This paper introduces a new microstructural template for high entropy alloys (HEAs), where
the face centered cubic (FCC) complex concentrated solid solution is reinforced with a high …

This present study uses a novel solid-state additive manufacturing method based on friction
surfacing as a mechanism for layer-upon-layer deposition. This utilizes severe plastic …

Small specimen mechanical testing is an exciting and rapidly developing field in which
fundamental deformation behaviours can be observed from experiments performed on …

Joining of dissimilar metals is required for numerous applications in industries such as
chemical, energy and automotive. It is challenging due to differences in melting point …

Miniature-testing is essential to characterize the plastic response of materials for which the
extraction of conventional full-size specimens is impossible. Examples are weld regions with …

Abstract Ti-6Al-4V alloy offers an optimum combination of properties like strength, ductility,
toughness, corrosion and fatigue resistance. Interestingly, thermomechanical processing …

In the current study, the friction stir additive manufacturing (FSAM) technique was used to
fabricate a three-layered build by using 3 mm thick sheets of AA5083 (top and bottom layer) …

Complex metallic structures are often manufactured through multi-step forming or casting
processes that induce severe mechanical property variations within the final part. Instead of …

This study presents results and statistical analysis of more than 300 mechanical tensile
testing and their associated microstructure, microhardness, porosity, and elemental analysis …