Zig-zag twins and helical phase transformations
Abstract
We demonstrate the large bending deformation induced by an array of permanent magnets (applied field ∼0.02 T) designed to minimize poles in the bent state of the crystal. Planar cantilevers of NiMnGa (5M modulated martensite) ferromagnetic shape memory alloy deform into an arched shape according to theory, with a zig-zag microstructure that complies with the kinematic and magnetic compatibility between adjacent twin variants. A general theory of bent and twisted states is given, applicable to both twinning and austenite/martensite transformations. Some of these configurations achieve order-of-magnitude amplification of rotation and axial strain. We investigate also atomistic analogues of these bent and twisted configurations with perfect interfaces between phases. These mechanisms of large deformation, induced by small magnetic fields or temperature changes, have potential application to the development of new actuation technologies for micro-robotic systems.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Pub Defense Publication
- Publication Date
- Apr 28, 2016
- Source ID
- 10.1098/rsta.2015.0208
Entities
People
- Fan Feng
- Richard D. James
- Traian Dumitrica
- Yaniv Ganor
Organizations
- Air Force Office of Scientific Research
- National Science Foundation
- University of Minnesota