Textures in multi-directional forged Mg by neutron diffraction

Abstract

Texture evolution in the MDF processed ZK60 along forging axis was investigated by advanced neutron diffraction. Texture analysis was related to the deformation mechanism. Results showed that basal planes deformation was dominated and accommodated by non-basal and twinning. Gradient texture indicated an inhomogeneous distribution of imposed strains along forging direction. This could be related to the non-precise MDF processing.