Exploring faceted grain boundary dynamics and its mechanical deformation under tensile loading in Ni Cu alloy

Key Points

• Mechanical deformation occurs primarily due to grain boundary dynamics under tensile loading, affecting material properties.
• Key evidence shows a significant influence of faceted grain boundaries on tensile behavior, enhancing strength.
• The analysis employed tensile testing to examine grain boundary behavior in a Ni Cu alloy sample.
• These insights may enable improved design of alloys with enhanced mechanical properties for various applications.