This study was carried out to characterize thixoextruded AZ31 Mg alloy in terms of its
symmetric behavior through the optical microscope, electron back scattering diffraction and
mechanical test. The elongated grains to the extrusion direction were generally observed during hot
extrusion, while the thixoextruded microstructures were isotropic. Texture of hot extruded bar
showed the strong fiber component, while that of thixoextruded bar was random distribution. The
aspect ratio of hot extruded bar was irregular at each position. On the contrary, the aspect ratio of
thixoextruded bar was almost uniform below 2 at each position.
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