摘要
The major challenges hindering the application of high-temperature shape memory alloys are their decreased mechanical strength and thermal stability. Herein, we present high-temperature shape memory properties of the Cu 15 Ni 35 Ti 25 Hf 12.5 Zr 12.5 high-entropy alloy with improved mechanical properties and superior shape memory characteristics. Under an immense stress of 1400 MPa, the alloy exhibited a shape recovery ratio of 88.7%. Using an in-situ high-temperature X-ray diffractometer, the alloy was established to undergo phase transformation from B19′ to B2 phase. Additionally, the alloy exhibited a martensitic transformation temperature higher than 100 °C. The fracture strength and ductility were 1670 MPa and 24.7%, respectively, as measured by compression tests. The deformation mechanism and shape recovery phenomenon of this shape memory alloy are also discussed. This study demonstrates the potential of high-entropy shape memory alloys for high-temperature applications.