文摘
Plane strain finite element simulations of tensile deformation response of bulk metallic glass composites (BMGCs) conducted. Ductility enhances with aspect ratio of high hardening dendrites. Inter-dendrite space controls post-peak stress response. Obstruction of shear bands by dendrites governs ductility. Enhanced ductility attained in a BMGC with closely spaced, high hardening, elongated dendrites aligned with loading axis.