Browsing University of Waterloo by Subject "crystal plasticity"
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Crystal Plasticity Based Numerical Modeling of Temperature and Strain Rate Dependent Behavior in Mg Alloys
(University of Waterloo, 2021-06-23)This thesis provides a combined experimental and numerical study to explore the mechanical and forming behavior of E-form Plus Mg alloy. For the last few decades, Mg alloys are a key of interest for replacing heavier steel ... -
Crystal Plasticity Based Numerical Modelling of Dynamic Recrystallization in Magnesium Alloys
(University of Waterloo, 2015-01-20)The automotive industry has not been able to take full advantage of the lightweight of magnesium, or its alloys, because of its reduced formability at room temperature. In order to enhance the workability of magnesium ... -
Experimental Investigation and Multi-scale Modeling of Strain Localization, Shear Banding and Fracture in Precipitation Hardened Aluminum Alloys
(University of Waterloo, 2019-05-23)Finite element (FE) simulations are widely used in automotive design processes to model the forming and crashworthiness behavior of structural materials. Comprehensive material characterization and the availability of ... -
Machine Learning Approaches in Crystal Plasticity
(University of Waterloo, 2022-04-27)The continued advancements in material development and design require understanding the relationships between microstructure and flow behaviour. Crystal plasticity (CP) is a high-fidelity computational method that helps ... -
A New Crystal Plasticity Framework to Simulate Plastic Deformation Phenomena in Precipitation Hardened Aluminum Alloys
(University of Waterloo, 2022-04-26)This thesis outlines the development of a numerical framework for simulating aluminum alloys that exhibit the precipitation hardening phenomenon. A novel crystal plasticity-based precipitation strengthening model is ...