Search Results - "THOMSON, R. C."

Modelling the coefficient of thermal expansion in Ni-based superalloys and bond coatings by Karunaratne, M. S. A., Kyaw, S., Jones, A., Morrell, R., Thomson, R. C.

“…The coefficient of thermal expansion (CTE) of nickel-based superalloys and bond coat layers was modelled by considering contributions from their constituent…”
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Modelling of microstructural evolution in multi-layered overlay coatings by Karunaratne, M. S. A., Jepson, M. A. E., Simms, N. J., Nicholls, J. R., Thomson, R. C.

“…Functionally graded, multi-layered coatings are designed to provide corrosion protection over a range of operating conditions typically found in industrial gas…”
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Hydroxyapatite fiber reinforced poly( α-hydroxy ester) foams for bone regeneration by Thomson, Robert C., Yaszemski, Michael J., Powers, John M., Mikos, Antonios G.

“…A process has been developed to manufacture biodegradable composite foams of poly(DL-lactic-co-glycolic acid) (PLGA) and hydroxyapatite short fibers for use in…”
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Modeling of Microstructural Evolution in an MCrAlY Overlay Coating on Different Superalloy Substrates by Karunaratne, M. S. A., Di Martino, I., Ogden, S. L., Oates, D. L., Thomson, R. C.

“…A multicomponent, one-dimensional diffusion model that was developed for simulating microstructure evolution in coated gas turbine blade systems has been used…”
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Modelling the high temperature behaviour of TBCs using sequentially coupled microstructural–mechanical FE analyses by Hermosilla, U., Karunaratne, M.S.A., Jones, I.A., Hyde, T.H., Thomson, R.C.

“…Thermal barrier coatings provide a means of thermal insulation of gas turbine components exposed to elevated temperatures. They undergo severe microstructural…”
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Improvements in GORE-TEX® vascular graft performance by Carmeda® bioactive surface heparin immobilization by Begovac, P.C., Thomson, R.C., Fisher, J.L., Hughson, A., Gällhagen, A.

“…Objectives: a performance improvement in small-diameter bypass grafts remains a clinical objective. The purpose of the present investigation was to evaluate…”
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Characterization of isothermally aged Grade 91 (9Cr–1Mo–Nb–V) steel by electron backscatter diffraction by Sanchez-Hanton, J.J., Thomson, R.C.

“…An electron backscatter diffraction (EBSD) investigation on the effect of long-term aging on the microstructure of modified 9Cr–1Mo steel for steam piping in…”
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Hot stage nanoindentation in multi-component Al–Ni–Si alloys: Experiment and simulation by Richter, A., Chen, C.-L., Smith, R., McGee, E., Thomson, R.C., Kenny, S.D.

“…The mechanical properties of individually pure and intermetallic phases of typical Al–Ni–Si piston alloys are investigated at different temperatures using hot…”
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Carbide precipitation in martensite during the early stages of tempering Cr- and Mo-containing low alloy steels by THOMSON, R. C, MILLER, M. K

“…The microstructures of a 2.25% Cr-1% Mo-0.15 wt.% C steel, and a steel with identical alloying additions but a higher carbon level, 2.25% Cr-1% Mo-0.4 wt.% C,…”
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A phase-field model for the solidification of multicomponent and multiphase alloys by Qin, R.S., Wallach, E.R., Thomson, R.C.

“…A phase-field model for the simulation of solidification of a multicomponent and multiphase systems has been developed, which is based on an earlier developed…”
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Assessment of surface hardening effects from shot peening on a Ni-based alloy using electron backscatter diffraction techniques by Child, D.J., West, G.D., Thomson, R.C.

“…An electron backscatter diffraction (EBSD)-based tool is described to assess the depth of strain-hardening effects of shot-peening treatments applied to the…”
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Microstructural Characterization of the Heat-Affected Zones in Grade 92 Steel Welds: Double-Pass and Multipass Welds by Xu, X., West, G. D., Siefert, J. A., Parker, J. D., Thomson, R. C.

“…The microstructure in the heat-affected zone (HAZ) of multipass welds typical of those used in power plants and made from 9 wt pct chromium martensitic Grade…”
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Modelling carburisation in 9Cr-1Mo ferritic steel tube substrates in experimental CO2 atmospheres by Karunaratne, M.S.A., Yan, S., Thomson, R.C., Coghlan, L., Higginson, R.L.

“…[Display omitted] •Both geometry and chemistry play a vital role in breakaway oxidation initiation.•Carbide precipitation impedes carbon diffusion leading to…”
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The Influence of Thermal Cycles on the Microstructure of Grade 92 Steel by Xu, X., West, G. D., Siefert, J. A., Parker, J. D., Thomson, R. C.

“…The microstructure in the heat-affected zone (HAZ) of welds made from the 9 wt pct chromium martensitic Grade 92 steel is complex and has not yet been…”
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The combined use of EBSD and EDX analyses for the identification of complex intermetallic phases in multicomponent Al–Si piston alloys by Chen, C.-L., Thomson, R.C.

“…Multicomponent Al–Si based casting alloys are used for a variety of engineering applications, including for example, piston alloys. Properties include good…”
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Microstructural characterization of autogenous laser welds on 316L stainless steel using EBSD and EDS by KELL, J., TYRER, J. R., HIGGINSON, R. L., THOMSON, R. C.

“…Summary This research is concerned with autogenous welding of 316L stainless steel and the microstructure generated by such a process. Autogenous welding does…”
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Effect of intermetallic particles and grain boundaries on short fatigue crack growth behaviour in a cast Al–4Cu–3Ni–0.7Si piston alloy by Mbuya, T. O., Gu, Y., Thomson, R. C., Reed, P. A. S.

“…The short fatigue crack growth behaviour in a model cast aluminium piston alloy has been investigated. This has been achieved using a combination of fatigue…”
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Investigation of mechanical properties of intermetallic phases in multi-component Al–Si alloys using hot-stage nanoindentation by Chen, C.-L., Richter, A., Thomson, R.C.

“…Multi-component Al–Si alloys are important for the engineering applications such as automotive pistons. The presence of additional elements in the Al–Si alloy…”
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Study on thermal expansion of intermetallics in multicomponent Al–Si alloys by high temperature X-ray diffraction by Chen, C.-L., Thomson, R.C.

“…The coefficients of thermal expansion of intermetallic phases in multicomponent Al–Si casting alloys were measured by high temperature X-ray diffraction. The…”
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Mechanical properties of intermetallic phases in multi-component Al–Si alloys using nanoindentation by Chen, C.-L., Richter, A., Thomson, R.C.

“…The presence of additional elements in a multi-component Al–Si alloy system allows many complex intermetallic phases to form. The mechanical properties of…”
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