Effect of thermomechanical treatment on the evolution of rolling and recrystallization textures in twin-belt cast AA5754 aluminum alloy

The relative importance of shear banding, particles, and grain size in determining the rolling and recrystallization textures of a twin-belt strip cast AA5754 aluminum alloy has been investigated. Various thermomechanical processing schedules have been employed that incorporate homogenization, warm and cold rolling, and intermediate anneals in various combinations prior to a final recrystallization treatment. Despite its inherent …