PHD at Shanghai University, China
Dr. Yongkun Mu is a postdoctoral researcher at the School of Mechanic and Engineering Science, Shanghai University. He earned his Ph.D. in Materials Science from the same institution and holds an M.S. from Kunming University of Science and Technology and a B.S. from Jiamusi University. His research specializes in high-entropy alloys, focusing on their microstructure, mechanical properties, and deformation behavior. Dr. Mu has presented at international conferences and collaborates on projects funded by the National Natural Science Foundation of China. He is skilled in advanced materials techniques such as laser 3D printing and electron microscopy. Direct energy deposition
Professional Profiles
Education
Post-doctoral in Solid Mechanics Duration: October 2022 – Present Institution: School of Mechanic and Engineering Science, Shanghai University Supervisor: Prof. Gang Wang Ph.D. in Materials Science Duration: September 2017 – August 2022 Institution: School of Materials Science and Engineering, Shanghai University Supervisor: Prof. Gang Wang M.S. in Materials Science and Engineering Duration: September 2014 – June 2017 Institution: School of Materials Science and Engineering, Kunming University of Science and Technology B.S. in Materials Science and Engineering Duration: September 2010 – June 2014 Institution: School of Materials Science and Engineering, Jiamusi University Visiting Ph.D. Program in Materials Science and Engineering Duration: July 2018 – July 2019 Institution: Department of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering, Tallinn University of Technology, Estonia. Direct energy deposition
Research Interests
Dr. Yongkun Mu’s research focuses on the microstructure, mechanical properties, and deformation behavior of high-entropy alloys. His work includes: Architecting novel heterogeneous structures for high strength-ductility synergy. Uncovering phase separation and transformation behavior. Designing alloys for novel high-temperature high-entropy applications. Regulating microstructural defects in high-entropy alloys. Investigating mechanisms of defect generation and their effects on strengthening and deformation. Establishing correlations between microstructural defects and material toughness. Direct energy deposition
Research Focuse
Dr. Yongkun Mu’s research focuses on high-entropy alloys (HEAs), particularly their mechanical properties and microstructural evolution. His work includes developing lightweight refractory alloys, high-strength intermetallic composites, and 3D-printed HEAs with enhanced ductility and strength. Dr. Mu investigates the effects of microstructural defects and aging on corrosion resistance and mechanical performance. His studies aim to uncover phase transformations, strengthen mechanisms, and innovate alloy design for improved performance in demanding environments. Through advanced fabrication techniques like laser 3D printing and spark plasma sintering, he contributes to the development of next-generation materials for industrial applications. Direct energy deposition
Publications
- Electron beam melting of (FeCoNi)86Al7Ti7 high-entropy alloy, Publication date: 2023.
- Dynamic mechanical properties and microstructural evolutions of nanocrystalline Ni at 77 K and 298 K, Publication date: 2023.
- Shock-compression microstructure transformation of the additive manufactured FeCoNiAlTi high-entropy alloy, Publication date: 2023.
- 3D-printed strong and ductile high-entropy alloys with orientation arranged nanostructure complex, Publication date: 2023.
- Effect of aging on corrosion resistance of (FeCoNi)86Al7Ti7 high entropy alloys, Publication date: 2024.
- Developing high strength/high toughness grades steels by dual-precipitates co-configuration during aging process, Publication date: 2024.
- Industrially produced 2.4 GPa ultra-strong steel via nanoscale dual-precipitates co-configuration, Publication date: 2024.
- A mortise-and-tenon structure inspired high strength-ductility 3D printed high-entropy alloys with mechanically interlocked network, Publication date: 2024.
- High strength and ductility high-entropy intermetallic matrix composites reinforced with in-situ hierarchical TiB2 particles, Publication date: 2024.
- Substantially improved room-temperature tensile ductility in lightweight refractory Ti-V-Zr-Nb medium entropy alloys by tuning Ti and V content, Publication date: 2025.
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