The mechanical properties of extruded Zn-40wt.-%Al and Zn-50wt.-%Al alloys have been investigated and correlated with their microstructures as determined by transmission electron microscopy. The effect of composition on the superplastic properties is discussed and microstructural evidence has been obtained for slip deformation during superplastic flow of the Zn-40wt.-% Al alloy.
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