Summary of "COMPLETE MATERIAL SCIENCE PART 1 | MAHAMARATHON | GATE & ESE | ME | Rajeev Singh"

Summary of “COMPLETE MATERIAL SCIENCE PART 1 | MAHAMARATHON | GATE & ESE | ME | Rajeev Singh”

This extensive lecture by Rajeev Singh covers fundamental and advanced concepts in material science, tailored primarily for GATE and ESE mechanical engineering aspirants. The session is part one of a marathon series and includes detailed explanations on crystallography, unit cells, atomic packing, defects in materials, and plastic deformation mechanisms, among other topics.

Main Ideas, Concepts, and Lessons

1. Introduction and Exam Information

Announcement of a scholarship test via Unacademy with referral code RK 007 Live.
Encouragement to join the Telegram group “Kurmi Si Ha A Rma A Us Kurmi” for notes and study materials.
Emphasis on the importance of the marathon for GATE and ESE preparation.

2. Crystallography and Unit Cells

Unit Cell Types and Structures

Cubic
- Simple Cubic (SC)
- Body Centered Cubic (BCC)
- Face Centered Cubic (FCC)
Tetragonal
Orthorhombic
Monoclinic
Triclinic
Hexagonal
Rhombohedral

Mnemonic to Remember Unit Cells

“Cute Our Mother” = Cubic, Tetragonal, Orthorhombic, Monoclinic, Triclinic, Hexagonal, Rhombohedral.

Lattice Parameters and Angles

Crystal System a, b, c Relations α, β, γ Angles Cubic a = b = c α = β = γ = 90° Tetragonal a = b ≠ c α = β = γ = 90° Orthorhombic a ≠ b ≠ c α = β = γ = 90° Monoclinic a ≠ b ≠ c α = γ = 90°, β ≠ 90° Triclinic a ≠ b ≠ c α ≠ β ≠ γ ≠ 90° Hexagonal a = b ≠ c α = β = 90°, γ = 120° Rhombohedral a = b = c α = β = γ ≠ 90°

Atomic Packing Factor (APF) and Coordination Number

Structure APF Coordination Number Notes / Examples Simple Cubic (SC) 0.52 6 Unstable, rare in metals (e.g., alpha Polonium) Body Centered Cubic (BCC) 0.68 8 Iron, chromium, tungsten Face Centered Cubic (FCC) 0.74 12 Aluminum, copper, silver, gold, platinum Hexagonal Close Packed (HCP) 0.74 12 Magnesium, titanium, zinc

Relations Between Atomic Radius (r) and Unit Cell Parameter (a)

Simple Cubic: [ a = 2r ]
BCC: [ \sqrt{3}a = 4r ]
FCC: [ \sqrt{2}a = 4r ]
HCP:
- ( c/a \approx 1.633 ) (approximate)
- ( a = 2r )

Slip Systems and Plastic Deformation

Slip occurs on the most densely packed planes and directions (slip planes and slip directions).
Number of slip systems:
- HCP: 3 slip systems (less ductile)
- FCC: 12 slip systems (more ductile)
- BCC: 48 slip systems (variable ductility)
Materials with fewer slip systems are stronger but less ductile.

3. Crystallographic Directions and Planes

Miller Indices

Directions:
1. Find intercepts on crystallographic axes.
2. Take reciprocals of intercepts.
3. Reduce to smallest integers.
4. Enclose in square brackets: [uvw].
Planes:
1. Determine intercepts on axes.
2. Take reciprocals.
3. Reduce to smallest integers.
4. Enclose in parentheses: (hkl).

Additional Concepts

Family of directions and family of planes.
Calculation of:
- Linear density: Number of atoms per unit length along a direction.
- Planar density: Number of atoms per unit area on a plane.

4. Defects in Materials

Point Defects (Zero-dimensional)

Vacancy: Missing atom in lattice; creates tensile stress field.
Interstitial: Atom in an interstitial site; creates compressive stress field.
Substitutional: Foreign atom replaces host atom; causes tensile or compressive stress depending on relative atomic size.

Line Defects (Dislocations)

Edge dislocation: Extra half-plane of atoms inserted; creates tension and compression zones.
Screw dislocation
Burgers vector: Measures magnitude and direction of lattice distortion.
Movement of dislocations causes plastic deformation.
Interaction of dislocations leads to strain hardening.

Surface Defects

Free surface atoms have fewer bonds, higher energy, and are less stable.
Surface energy can be calculated using bond-breaking models.

Grain Boundaries

Regions between differently oriented crystals (grains).
High-angle grain boundaries have higher energy and are more reactive.
Grain size affects material properties; smaller grains increase strength.

5. Plastic Deformation and Slip Mechanism

Atoms move from one equilibrium position to another along slip planes and directions.
Slip occurs on most densely packed planes and directions to minimize energy.
Dislocation movement facilitates plastic deformation.
Strain hardening occurs due to dislocation interactions blocking further movement.

6. Miscellaneous Important Points

Anisotropy: Material properties vary with direction due to crystallographic structure.
Theoretical vs. Practical Strength of Metals: Perfect lattice strength is much higher than real strength due to defects.
Solid Solutions and Alloying:
- Substitutional and interstitial solid solutions.
- Conditions for alloy formation:
  - Atomic size difference < 15%
  - Similar valency
  - Similar electronegativity
  - Same crystal structure
Encouragement to practice and revise using provided notes and tests.
Information about upcoming classes and study plans.

Methodologies / Instructions Presented

Mnemonic for Unit Cell Types

“Cute Our Mother” — Cubic, Tetragonal, Orthorhombic, Monoclinic, Triclinic, Hexagonal, Rhombohedral.

Steps to Determine Miller Indices for Directions

Find intercepts of the direction on the crystallographic axes.
Take reciprocals of intercepts.
Reduce to smallest integers.
Enclose in square brackets [ ].

Steps to Determine Miller Indices for Planes

Find intercepts of the plane on the axes.
Take reciprocals.
Reduce to smallest integers.
Enclose in parentheses ( ).

Calculations

Atomic Packing Factor (APF): [ \text{APF} = \frac{\text{Volume of atoms in unit cell}}{\text{Volume of unit cell}} ]
Linear Density: [ \text{Linear Density} = \frac{\text{Number of atoms centered on a direction}}{\text{Length of that direction vector}} ]
Planar Density: [ \text{Planar Density} = \frac{\text{Number of atoms centered on a plane}}{\text{Area of that plane}} ]

Defect Identification and Effects

Vacancy creates tensile stress field.
Interstitial creates compressive stress field.
Substitutional defect stress depends on relative atomic size.

Dislocation Movement and Plastic Deformation

Dislocations move when external stress is applied.
Movement involves breaking and reforming atomic bonds.
Interaction of dislocations leads to strain hardening.

Grain Boundary Energy and Stability

High-angle grain boundaries have higher energy and are less stable.
Corrosion and failure often start at grain boundaries.

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Rajeev Singh — Primary instructor delivering the lecture throughout the video.

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