Transition of dominating roles from dislocations to stacking faults enables superior mechanical properties of CoCrNi alloys

Key Points

• Superior mechanical properties result from shifting dominance from dislocations to stacking faults, enhancing overall performance and durability.
• Mechanical testing indicated a notable increase in strength, with CoCrNi alloys displaying up to 20% improvement under stress.
• Examining material behavior under tensile stress reveals intricate phase transformations and their impact on plasticity in CoCrNi alloys.
• These findings suggest a novel approach to refining alloy compositions for targeted mechanical enhancement, supporting advanced metallurgical applications.