Influence of Ball Milling Speed on Phase Transformation Mechanisms in Pure Titanium Powder: A Molecular Dynamics Simulation Investigation
摘要
This study employs molecular dynamics (MD) simulations to investigate the phase transformation behavior of titanium powder under different ball milling speeds. A critical milling speed threshold of 4 Å/ps is identified, at which stress and temperature gradients jointly promote the transformation from hexagonal close-packed (HCP) to face-centered cubic (FCC) structures. In contrast, higher speeds cause thermal accumulation, suppressing FCC stability and favoring HCP reformation. Additionally, variations in the friction coefficient are shown to affect dislocation mobility and stress distribution, thereby influencing phase stability. These findings provide atomistic insights into the interplay of mechanical loading, thermal effects, and structural transitions, offering a theoretical foundation for optimizing milling parameters and improving the performance of titanium-based materials in additive manufacturing and alloy design.