Published online by Cambridge University Press: 01 January 1992
The effects of testing NiAl in tension under a superimposed pressure are described. The flow stress decreases when subjected to pressure due to the generation of mobile dislocations. These dislocations can become pinned when subjected to aging at moderate temperatures and times. The ductility increases substantially when tested under a superimposed hydrostatic pressure. A new method for performing fracture toughness tests under superimposed pressure is also described.