Mechanical Performance of Zr-Containing 354-Type Al-Si-Cu-Mg Cast Alloy: Role of Additions and Heat Treatment

<div>SEM images of T6-treated M2S alloy after testing at 250°C: (a) BSE image showing microcracks associated with Ni-rich phases and (b) EDS spectrum corresponding to the point of interest in (a).</div>

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Figure 8: Mechanical Performance of Zr-Containing 354-Type Al-Si-Cu-Mg Cast Alloy: Role of Additions and Heat Treatment 