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Analysis of Precipitate Redistribution in Inconel 617 Using Integrated Electron Backscatter Diffraction and Energy Dispersive Spectroscopy
Microscopy and Microanalysis
  • Megan Frary, Boise State University
  • Scott M. Schlegel, Boise State University
  • Sharla Hopkins, Boise State University
  • E. Young, Boise State University
  • James Cole, Idaho National Laboratory
  • Thomas Lillo, Idaho National Laboratory
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
7-1-2009
Abstract

Inconel 617 (IN617), a candidate alloy for applications in the Next Generation Nuclear Plant, derives its oxidation resistance and strength at temperatures above 900°C from both solid solution strengthening and the precipitation of carbides [1]. Cr-rich carbides (usually M23C6) reside primarily on grain boundaries, while Mo-rich carbides (usually M6C) tend to be within grains [1-4]. Both intragranular and intergranular carbides play an important role in the creep behavior of the alloy [1]. During creep, intragranular carbides can dissolve and re-precipitate at grain boundaries, especially on boundaries in tension [1]. While the precipitate distribution before and after creep deformation has been investigated, the role of grain boundary character has not been included in the analysis.

Citation Information
Megan Frary, Scott M. Schlegel, Sharla Hopkins, E. Young, et al.. "Analysis of Precipitate Redistribution in Inconel 617 Using Integrated Electron Backscatter Diffraction and Energy Dispersive Spectroscopy" Microscopy and Microanalysis (2009)
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