Glass Formation, Chemical Properties and Surface Analysis of Cu-Based Bulk Metallic Glasses
2011

Review of Cu-Based Bulk Metallic Glasses

publication Evidence: moderate

Author Information

Author(s): Qin Chunling, Zhao Weimin, Inoue Akihisa

Primary Institution: Hebei University of Technology, Tianjin, China; WPI Advanced Institute for Materials Research, Tohoku University, Sendai, Japan

Hypothesis

The addition of alloying elements Mo, Nb, Ta, and Ni influences the glass formation and corrosion resistance of Cu-based bulk metallic glasses.

Conclusion

The study found that alloying elements can significantly improve the corrosion resistance of Cu-based bulk metallic glasses.

Supporting Evidence

  • The addition of Mo, Nb, or Ta improves the corrosion resistance of Cu-based bulk metallic glasses.
  • X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy revealed changes in surface composition after immersion in corrosive solutions.
  • Cu-based BMGs exhibit high strength and potential for industrial applications.

Takeaway

This study looks at how adding different metals to copper-based glasses can make them stronger and less likely to rust.

Methodology

The paper reviews existing data on the corrosion resistance of various Cu-based bulk metallic glasses and analyzes their surface properties using X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy.

Limitations

The study primarily focuses on the effects of specific alloying elements and may not cover all possible combinations or conditions.

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

10.3390/ijms12042275

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