Abstract
Crystallization of an initially amorphous Fe77.5 Si13.5 B9 melt spun alloy was studied by in situ hot stage transmission electron microscopy. The morphology of the crystal was initially equiaxed, followed by a morphological transition to an unusual solid state dendrite morphology. This morphological transition is generally observed after the crystal size reaches a critical value of about 45 nm. The experimental results of dendrite growth and the morphological transition are compared to theoretical predictions.
Original language | English |
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Article number | 182506 |
Journal | Applied Physics Letters |
Volume | 88 |
Issue number | 18 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - May 1 2006 |
Externally published | Yes |
ASJC Scopus Subject Areas
- Physics and Astronomy (miscellaneous)