Metastability, adiabatic shear bands initiation and plastic strain localization in the AMg6 alloy under dynamic loading.

This article explores the phenomenon of adiabatic shear bands (ASB) in materials under dynamic loading. It discusses the initiation and growth of ASB, as well as the influence of initial defects and thermoplastic instability. The study uses statistical theory and self-similar solutions to understand the behavior of microshears and the scaling properties of shear bands. The findings contribute to a better understanding of ASB phenomena and their impact on material properties. The article includes experimental analysis and numerical simulations to support its conclusions. [Extracted from the article]