Influence of minor Sc on microstructure and properties of AA7085 alloy

Key Points

• Microstructure improvements lead to enhanced mechanical properties in AA7085 alloy, resulting in a stronger material.
• Adding minor scandium (Sc) notably increases mechanical strength and ductility of the alloy, ensuring better performance.
• Observational analysis of alloy composition shows that scandium influences grain size and morphology significantly.
• Enhanced material properties may enable development of lightweight structures for aerospace applications, indicating potential uses.