Effects of TCP and creep cavity on creep life in the rafting regime for Ru-containing Nickel-based single crystal superalloys

Ru is crucial in improving creep properties in Nickel-based single-crystal superalloys. The effect of Ru content on the creep behavior of nickel-based single-crystal superalloy was studied. Ru exhibits unprecedented mechanical properties, increasing the creep life at 1120 degrees C but decreasing it at 1180 degrees C. This is due to the competition in the stress concentration formed between the topologically closepacked phases and the creep cavity. They are both related to the dissociation of the. gamma phase. The effect of oxidation caused by the addition of Ru is lower than these two factors. This work helps to recognize the comprehensive effect of Ru and can provide guidance for alloy design in the future.