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1Physical Metallurgy and Materials Design Laboratory, Department of Mechanical Engineering and Materials Science, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA 15261, USA.
Abstract:
The attainment of the desired strength of the Inconel 718 superalloy heavily relies on the isothermal aging process, which plays a critical role in achieving the anticipated hardening effect. Surprisingly, there remains a dearth of dedicated studies investigating the influence of homogenization on phase transformations during the isothermal aging process, leaving a gap in the knowledge required to guide the design of post-heat treatment strategies. Addressing this gap, our work investigates the impact of homogenization time on phase transformations during isothermal aging at 730 °C in Inconel 718 alloys produced via additive manufacturing (AM) and suction casting (SC) methods. Intriguingly, we observe contrasting behaviors in the particle size of γ″ and γ' in aged samples, depending on the homogenization time and the alloy processing method. Specifically, in AM alloys, extended homogenization time leads to an increase in the particle size of γ″ and γ', whereas the opposite trend is observed in SC alloys. Furthermore, despite undergoing the same heat treatment, the AM alloys exhibit smaller particle sizes but higher precipitate number densities compared to the SC alloys, resulting in superior hardness. Notably, pronounced grain refinement during aging is evident in 1 h homogenized SC samples under 1180 °C, warranting further investigations into the underlying mechanisms. This study elucidates the crucial role of homogenization in attaining the desired microstructure following subsequent aging processes. Moreover, it offers novel insights for developing post-heat treatment strategies for superalloys.
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