Microstructure evolution of Ti–6Al–xFe alloys with the addition of Fe element.
Improvement of the electrochemical corrosion behavior of Ti–6Al–xFe alloys with the increasing of Fe content.
A dual-layered oxide formed on the surface of Ti–6Al–xFe alloys as protective passive films.
The Young's modulus and strength/modulus ratios of Ti–6Al–4Fe alloy is similar to c.p. Ti.
Ti–6Al–xFe alloys are strong candidate for biomedical applications due to the superior combination of corrosion resistance and elasticity properties.