MTE3511

Mechanical behaviour of metals and alloys (4 points)

(ENG)

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Offered:
Clayton First semester 2003 (Day)
Clayton First semester 2004 (Day)

Synopsis: Deformation of single crystals: geometry of slip. Deformation of polycrystals: deformation geometry, deformation textures, determination of preferred orientation, effects of crystal structure. Dislocation dynamics: interactions of dislocations, yield point phenomena, effects of temperature and strain rate, theories of work hardening. Strengthening mechanisms: theories of obstacle hardening. Inhomogeneity of plastic deformation and its consequences. The tensile test: standards for testing, necking and plastic instability, constitutive laws for plastic deformation.

Assessment: Examinations: 60% + Assignments/tests: 30% + Laboratory work: 10%

Contact Hours: 2 lectures per week plus tutorials

Prerequisites: MTE2501 and MTE2502