Grain boundary segregation spectra from a generalized machine-learning potential

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Abstract

Modeling solute segregation to grain boundaries at near first-principles accuracy is a daunting task, particularly at finite concentrations and temperatures that require accurate assessments of solute-solute interactions and excess vibrational entropy of segregation that are computationally intensive. Here, we apply a generalized machine learning potential for 16 elements, including Ag, Al, Au, Cr, Cu, Mg, Mo, Ni, Pb, Pd, Pt, Ta, Ti, V, W and Zr, to provide a self-consistent spectral database for all of these energetic components in 240 binary alloy polycrystals. The segregation spectra are validated against prior quantum-accurate simulations and show improved predictive ability with some existing atom probe tomography experimental data.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Article number116682
JournalScripta Materialia
Volume264
DOIs
StatePublished - Jul 15 2025
Externally publishedYes

All Science Journal Classification (ASJC) codes

  • General Materials Science
  • Condensed Matter Physics
  • Mechanics of Materials
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Metals and Alloys

Keywords

  • Atomistic simulation
  • Grain boundary
  • Segregation
  • Thermodynamics

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