A Unified Crystallographic Theory of Phase Transformations in Solids (2010-2016)
Abstract
To produce high performance metallic materials, understanding of phase transformations is essential since they control the microstructures that govern the properties. Because of the deficiencies and weaknesses of current theories, the project aims to develop a unified crystallographic theory through integration of the current two best models based on an innovative approach of regarding the different transformations as part of a continuous spectrum. The new theory will provide a comprehensive understanding of phase transformations. The research will impact the field of physical metallurgy by generating new scientific knowledge. It will also clarify decades of controversy associated with the displacive-diffusional transformations.
