A coupled thermomechanical crystal plasticity model applied to Quenched and Partitioned steel

Quenched and Partitioned (QP) steel is a class of Advanced High Strength Steel (AHSS) that exhibits high strength and good ductility. These desirable properties are a consequence of the Transformation Induced Plasticity (TRIP) effect where retained austenite transforms into martensite under applied stress and strain. Accurate microstructural modeling of these advanced deformation mechanisms is critical for automakers to exploit QP steels for …