journal article·2026-04

Achieving superior high-temperature strength–ductility synergy in a Cu–Ag–Zr alloy via trace Ce doping induced atomic substitution and precipitate refinement

Xiang Wu, Wenfeng Pang, Tianle Li, Jingxia Sun, Xiaochun Liu

Acta Materialia· Volume 308
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