Qingyou Han


Knoy Hall of Technology, Room 129
Mon 12:30 - 4:30; Wed 12:30 - 4:30; Thu 12:30 - 5:00
Biography
Professional Experience
2011 - present, Professor of Mechanical Engineering Technology, Purdue University
2008 - 2016, FEF Key Professor of Mechanical Engineering Technology, Purdue University
2008 - present, Professor of Materials Engineering (Courtesy Appointment), Purdue University
2007 - 2011, Associate Professor of Mechanical Engineering Technology, Purdue University
1999 - 2007, Research Scientist, Metals and Science Division, Oak Ridge National Laboratory
1997 - 1999, Post-Doctorial Research Associate, Metals and Ceramic Division, Oak Ridge National Laboratory
1994 - 1997, Post-Doctorial Research Associate, Oxford University
Education:
- Ph.D., Materials Science, Oxford University, 1994
- M S., Metallurgy, Beijing University of Science and Technology, 1985
- B S., Metallurgy, Wuhan Institute of Technology, 1982
Journals
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Bagherzadeh, S., Abrinia, K., Han, Q. (2016). Ultrasonic Assisted Equal Channel Angular Extrusion (UAE) as a Novel Hybrid Method for Continuous Production of Ultra-fine Grained Metals. Materials Letters, 169(2), 90-94.
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Liu, Z., Han, Q., Huang, Z., Xing, J. (2016). A Quantitative Study of the Synthesis of TiB2 Particles via Salts-Metal Reaction at Different Temperatures. Metallurgical and Materials Transaction, 47A, 916-926.
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Liu, Z., Han, Q., Huang, Z., Xing, J., Gao, Y. (2016). Sonochemical Combustion Synthesis of Purer Ti2AlC from Ti-Al-C System. Chemical Engineering Journal, 288, 532-538.
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Zhang, Y., Miao, X., Shen, Z., Han, Q., Song, C., Zhai, Q. (2015). Macro Segregation Formation of the Primary Silicon Phase in Directionally Solidified Al-Si Hypereutectic Alloys under the Impact of Electric Currents. Acta Materialia, 97, 357-366.
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Han, Q. (2015). Mechanism of Die Soldering during Aluminum Die Casting. China Foundry, 12(2), 136-143.
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Wang, X., Han, Q. (2015). Relationships of Diboride Phases in Al-Ti(Zr)-B Alloys. Materials Science and Technology, 31(7), 874-879.
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Liu, Z., Rakita, M., Xu, W., Li, J., Han, Q. (2015). Ultrasound Assisted Combustion Synthesis of Al-Ti-C System. Ultrasonics Sonochemistry, 27, 621-637.
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Yin, F., Han, Q., Rakita, M., Wang, X. (2015). Numerical Modeling and Experimental Approach for Shot Velocity Evaluation during Ultrasonic Shot Peening. International Journal of Computational Materials Science and Surface Engineering, 6(2), 97-110.
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Han, Q. (2015). Ultrasonic Processing of Materials. Metallurgical and Materials Transaction, 46B, 1603-1614.
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X. Wang, and Q. Han , “On the Understanding of Aluminum Grain Refinement by Al-Ti-B Type Mater Alloys,” Metallurgical and Materials Transaction B, Accepted. (2015)
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Z. Liu, M. Rakita, W. Xu, X. Wang, and Q. Han, “Ultrasound Assisted Salts-Metal Reaction for Synthesizing TiB2 Particles at Low Temperatures,” Chemical Engineering Journal, 263 (2015), pp. 317-324.
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F. Yin, L. Hua, X. Wang, M. Rakita, and Q. Han, “Numerical Modeling and Experimental Approach for Surface Morphology Evaluation during Ultrasonic Shot Peening,” Computational Materials Science, 92 (2014) pp. 28-35.
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F. Yin, S. Hu, L. Hua, X. Wang, S. Suslov, and Q. Han, “Surface Nanocrystallization and Numerical Modeling of Low Carbon Steel by Means of Ultrasonic Shot Peening,” Metallurgical and Materials Transactions A46 (3), (2014), pp. 1253-1261.
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X. Wang, and Q. Han, “Relationships of Diboride Phases in Al-Ti(Zr)-B Alloys,” Materials Science and Technology, 31, No. 7 (2015) pp. 874-879.
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Q. Han, “Ultrasonic Degassing of Aluminum Alloys,” Materials Science Forum, vols. 783-786 (2014), pp. 155-160.
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M. Wang and Q. Han, “Particle Pushing during Solidification of Metals and Alloys,” Materials Science Forum, vols. 783-786 (2014), pp. 1513-1517.
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Wang, X., Jiang, L., Luo, A., Song, J., Liu, Z., Yin, F., Han, Q., Yue, S., and Jonas, J.J., “Deformation of Twins in a Magnesium Alloy under Tension at Room Temperature,” Alloys and Compounds, 2014, vol. 594, 44-47.
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Z.W. Liu, X.M. Wang, Q. Han*, and J.G. Li, Effect of ultrasonic vibration on direct reaction between solid Ti powders and liquid Al. Metallurgical and Materials Transactions A, 45(2014), pp.543-546.
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Z.W. Liu, X.M. Wang, Q. Han*, and J.G. Li, “Effects of the addition of Ti powders on the microstructure and mechanical properties of A356 alloy,” Powder Technology, 253(2014), pp.751-756.
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Z.W. Liu, X.M. Wang, Q. Han*, and J.G. Li, “Synthesis of submicron sized TiC particles in aluminum melt at low melting temperature,” Journal of Materials Research, vol. 29, 2014, issue 07, pp. 896-901.
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Z.W. Liu, M. Rakita, X. Wang, W. Xu, and Q. Han, “In Situ Formed Al3Ti Particles in AL Alloy Matrix and Their Effects on the Microstructure and Mechanical Properties of 7075 Alloy,” Journal of Materials Research, vol. 29, 2014, issue 12, pp. 1354-1361.
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C. Song, K. Li, K. Xie, W. Liu, S. Zhao, Q. Han, and Q. Zhai, “The Effect of the Nucleation Ability on Solidified Microstructures of Gas-Atomized Fe-6.5 wt.%Si Alloy Powder,” Powder Technology, 263 (2014) pp. 31-36.
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Liu, Z.W., Han*, Q., & Li, J.G. (2013). Fabrication of in situ Al3Ti/Al composites by Using Ultrasound Assisted Direct Reaction between Solid Ti Powders and Liquid Al. Powder Technology, 247: pp. 55-59.
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Liu Y., Han* Q., Hua L., & Xu C. (2013). Numerical and Experimental Investigation of Upsetting with Ultrasonic Vibration of Pure Copper Cone Tip. Ultrasonics, 53(1), 803-807.
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Xu, C., Cui, Y., & Han. (2013). Q. Severe Plastic Deformation of Steel Induced by Ultrasonic Vibrations. Open Journal of Metal, 3, pp.1-5.
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Rakita, M., Liu, Y., Yin, F., Wang, M., & Han, Q. (2013). Ultrasonic Shot Peening. International Journal of Computational Materials Science and Surface Engineering, 5, No. 3, 189-209.
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X. Jian, and Q. Han, “Formation of Hypereutectic Silicon Particles in Hypoeutectic Al-Si Alloys under the Influence of High-Intensity Ultrasonic Vibration,” China Foundry, 2013, vol. 10 (2), pp. 118-123.
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Y. Liu, S. Suslov, Q. Han, L. Hua, and C. Xu, “Comparison Between Ultrasonic Vibration Assisted Upsetting and Conventional Upsetting,” Metall. Mater. Transactions, 44A, (2013), (7), pp. 3232-3244.
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C. Song, Y. Guo, K. Li, F. Sun, Q. Han, and Q. Zhai, “In-situ Observation of Phase Transformation and Structure Evolution of a 12 pct Cr Ferritic Stainless Steel,” Metall. Mater. Transactions, 43B, October, (2012), pp. 1127-1137.
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Z.W. Liu, Q. Han, and J.G. Li, “Formation of Small Blocky Al3Ti Particles via Direct Reaction between Solid Ti Powders and Liquid Al,” Metall. Mater. Transactions, 43A, n12, (2012), pp. 4460-4463.
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Z.W. Liu, Q. Han, J. G. Li, “A Developed Method for Producing in situ TiC/Al Composites by Using Quick Preheating Treatment and Ultrasonic Vibration,” Composites B(IF: 1.73), 43(5), (2012), pp. 2429-2433.
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Z.W. Liu, Q. Han, J. G. Li, “A Developed Method for Fabricating in situ TiCp/Mg Composites by Using Quick Preheating Treatment and Ultrasonic Vibration,” Metall. Mater. Transactions 43A (2012), pp.2116-2124. (IF: 1.545)
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Z.W. Liu, Q. Han, J. G. Li, “Effect of Ultrasonic Vibration on Microstructural Evolution of the Reinforcements and Degassing of in situ TiB2p/Al-12Si-4Cu Composites,” Journal of Materials Processing Technology(IF: 1.78),” 212 (2012), pp. 365-371.
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J. Song, T. Denouden, and Q. Han, “Mechanisms of Soldering Formation on Coated Core Pins,” Metall. Mater. Trans 43A (2012), pp. 415-421.
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Z.J. Zuo, Q. Han, and M. Dai, “The Analysis of Stiffness Condition in Rolling Thin-Walled Ring,” Applied Mechanics and Materials, 157-158 (2012), pp. 702-705.
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Y. Liu, S. Suslov, Q. Han, C. Xu, and L. Hua, “Microstructure of the Pure Copper Produced by Upsetting with Ultrasonic Vibration,” Materials Letters, vol. 67 (2012), pp. 52-55.
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Z.W. Liu, Q. Han, J. G. Li, “Ultrasound Assisted in situ Technique for the Synthesis of Particulate Reinforced Aluminum Matrix Composites,” Composites: Part B Engineering, vol. 42 (2011), pp. 2080-2084.
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Z.W. Liu, M. Rakita, Q. Han, and J.G. Li, “Microstructural Evolution of Reinforcements in the Remelting in situ TiV/Al-12Si Composites Treated by Ultrasonic Vibration,” Materials Research Bulletin (IF 2.1), vol. 46 (2011), pp. 1674-1678.
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C. Song, Y. Guo, Y. Zhang, H. Zheng, M. Yan, Q. Han, and Q. Zhai, “Effects of Currents on the Microstructure of Directionally Solidified Al-4.5 wt% Cu Alloy,” Journal of Crystal Growth, 324 (2011) pp.235-242.(IF:1.726)
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Y. Zhang, C. Song, L. Zhu, H. Zheng, H. Zhong, Q. Han, and Q. Zhai, “Influence of Electric-Current Pulse Treatment on the Formation of Regular Eutectic Morphology in an Al-Si Eutectic Alloy,” Metall. Mater. Trans 42B (2011), pp. 604-611.
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C. Allen, and Q. Han, “Grain Refinement of Pure Aluminum Using Ultrasonics,” International Journal of Metalcasting, 5 (2011), No.1, pp.69-70.
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Q. Han, H. Xu, P.P. Ried, and P. Olson, “Accelerated Method for Testing Soldering Tendency of Core Pins,” International Journal of Cast Metals Research, 23 (2010), Issue 5, pp. 296-302.
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Q. Cheng, S. Wang, and Q. Han, “Novel Process for Isolating Fibrils from Cellulose Fibers by High-Intensity Ultrasonication. II. Fibril Characterization,” Journal of Applied Polymer Science, 115 (2010), Issue 5, pp. 2756-2762.
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Y. Dai, M. Yang, C. Song, Q. Han, and Q. Zhai, “Solidification Structure of C2.08Cr25.43Si1.19Mn0.43Fe70.87 Powders Fabricated by High Pressure Gas Atomization,” Materials Characterization, 61 (2010), issue 1, pp. 116-122.
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D.M. Gao, Z.J. Li, Q. Han, and Q.J. Zhai, “Effects of Ultrasonic Power on Microstructure and Properties of AZ91 Alloy,” Materials Science and Engineering A, 502 (2009), issues 1-2, pp. 2-5.
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C.J. Song, Q. Han, and Q.J. Zhai, “Review of Grain Refinement Methods for As-Cast Microstructure of Magnesium Alloy,” China Foundry, 6 (2009), issue 2, pp. 93-103.
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F. He, Q. Han, and M. Jackson, “Nanoparticulate Reiforced Metal Matrix Nanocomposites – A Review,” International Journal of Nanoparticles, 1 (2008), issue 4, pp. 301-309.
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S. Zhang, Z.K. Liu, and Q. Han, “Thermodynamic Modeling of the Succinonitrile-Water System,” Journal of Phase Equilibria and Diffusion, 29 (2008), pp. 247-251.
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H. Xu, Q. Han, and T.T. Meek, “Effects of Ultrasonic Vibration on Degassing of Aluminum Alloys,” Materials Science and Engineering A, 473 (2008), issues 1-2, pp.96-104.
- S. Zhang, Q. Han, and Z.K. Liu, “Thermodynamic Investigation of Alkali-Metal-Induced High Temperature Embrittlement in Al-Li Alloys,” Advanced Engineering Materials, 9 (2007), No.11, pp.981-986.
- S. Zhang, Q. Han, and Z.K. Liu, “Fundamental Understanding of Na-Induced High Temperature Embrittlement in Al-Mg Alloys,” Philosophical Magazine, 2007, vol. 87, no. 1, pp.147-157.
- Y. Cui, C. Xu, and Q. Han, “Microstructure Improvement in Weld Metal Using Ultrasonic Vibrations,” Advanced Engineering Materials, 9 (2007), No.3, pp. 161-163.
- H. Xu, T.T. Meek, and Q. Han, “Effects of Ultrasonic Field and Vacuum on Degassing of Molten Aluminum Alloy,” Materials Letters, 61 (2007), No. 4-5, pp. 1246-1250.
- Y. Cui, C.L. Xu, and Q. Han, “A Method of Eliminating the Unmixed Zone in AL-6XN Alloy Welds,” Scripta Materialia., 2006, vol.55, No.11, pp. 975-978.
- Q. Han, “Motion of Bubbles in the Mushy Zone,” Scripta Materialia., 2006, vol.55, No.10, pp. 871-874.
- S.J. Zhang, Q. Han, and Z.K. Liu, “Thermodynamic Modeling of the Al-Mg-Na System,” Journal of Alloys and Compounds, 2006, vol. 419, pp. 91-97.
- H. Xu, D.L. Xu, S. Zhang, and Q. Han, “Effect of the Alloy Composition on the Grain Refinement of Aluminum Alloys,” Scripta Materialia., 2006, vol. 54, n12, pp. 2191-2196.
- C. Xu, Z. Jia, D. Wu, Q. Han, and T.T. Meek, “Fabrication of nylon-6/Carbon Nanotube Composites,” Journal of Electronic Materials, 2006, Vol. 35, No. 5, p.954-957.
- C. Xu, J. Chen, Y. Cui, Q. Han, H. Coo, K. Liaw, and D. Wu, “Influence of the Surface Treatment on the Deposition of Platinum Nanoparticles on the Carbon Nanotubes,” Advanced Engineering Materials, 2006, Vol. 8, No.1-2, pp.73-77.
- X. Jian, T.T. Meek, and Q. Han, “Refinement of Eutectic Silicon Phase of Aluminum A356 Alloy Using High-Intensity Ultrasonic Vibration,” Scripta Materialia., 2006, vol. 54, n5, pp. 893-896.
- S.J. Zhang, C. Brubaker, C. Jiang, M. Yang, Y. Zhong, Q. Han, and Z.K. Liu, “A Combined First-Principles Calculation and Thermodynamic Modeling of the F-K-Na System,” Materials Science and Engineering, A418 (2006), pp. 161-171.
- P.E. King, B.M. Golchert, T. Li, M. Hassan, and Q. Han, “Energy Efficient Operation of Aluminum Furnaces,” Aluminum World, Issue 9, 2006.
- Y. Cui, C.L. Xu, Q. Han, H. Choo, and P.K. Liaw, “Formation of Dendritic Nanotubes under an Electric Field,” Advanced Engineering Materials, vol. 7, No.9, 2005, pp.827-829.
- Q. Han, M.I. Hassan, S. Viswanathan, K. Saito, and S.K. Das, “The Reheating-Cooling Method: A Technique for Measuring Mechanical Properties in the Nonequilibrium Mushy Zones of Alloys,” Metall Mater Trans 36A, 2005, pp. 2073-2080.
- Q. Han, and H. Xu, “Fluidity of Alloys under High Pressure Die Casting Conditions,” Scripta Materialia., 2005, vol. 53, pp. 7-10.
- X. Jian, H. Xu., T.T. Meek, and Q. Han, “Effect of Power Ultrasound on Solidification of Aluminum A356 Alloy,” Materials Letters, vol. 59, issues 2-3, 2005, pp. 190-193.
- Q. Han, B.K. Kad, and S. Viswanathan, “The Design Perspective of Magnesium Die Casting Alloys,” Philosophical Magazine, vol. 84, issue 36, 2004, pp. 3843-60.
- Q. Han, and S. Viswanathan, “The use of thermodynamic simulation for the selection of hypoeutectic aluminum-silicon alloys for semi-solid metal processing,” Materials Science and Engineering A, v 364, n 1-2, Jan 15, 2004, pp. 48-54.
- Cailu Xu, Gongwei Wu, Zheng Liu, Dehai Wu, Thomas T. Meek, Qingyou Han, Preparation of copper nanoparticles on carbon nanotubes by electroless plating method, Materials Research Bulletin, 39 (2004), pp. 1499-1505.
- H. Xu, X. Jian, T.T. Meek, and Q. Han, “Degassing of Molten Aluminum A356 Alloy Using Ultrasonic Vibration,” Materials Letters, v 58/29, 2004, pp. 3668-3672.
- Q. Han, J. Zeh, E. Hatfield, V.K. Sikka, “Dross formation during remelting of aluminum 5182 remelt secondary ingot (RSI),” Materials Science and Engineering A, v 363, n 1-2, Dec 20, 2003, pp. 9-14.
- Q. Han, A.J. Duncan, and S. Viswanathan, “Permeability Measurements of the Flow of Interdendritic Liquid in Equiaxed Aluminum-Silicon Alloys,” Metall. Mater. Trans., 34B (2003), pp. 25-28.
- Q. Han, and S. Viswanathan, “Analysis of the Mechanism of Die Soldering in Aluminum Die Casting,” Metall. Mater. Trans., 34A (2003), pp. 139-46.
- Q. Han, and S. Viswanathan, “Hydrogen Evolution during Directional Solidification and Its Effect on Porosity Formation in Aluminum Alloys,” Metall. Mater. Trans., 33A (2002), pp.2067-2072.
- Q. Han, S. Viswanathan, D.L. Spainhower, and S.K. Das, “The Nature of Surface Cracking in DC Cast Aluminum Alloy Ingots,” Metall. Mater. Trans., 32A (2001), pp.2209-11.
- A.J. Duncan, Q. Han and S. Viswanathan: “Measurement of Liquid Permeability in the Mushy Zones of Aluminum-Copper Alloys,” Metall. Mater. Trans. 30B (1999), pp. 745-750
- X. Wan, Q. Han and J.D. Hunt: “A Diffusion Solution for the Melting/Dissolution of a Solid at Constant Temperature and Its Use for Measuring the Diffusion Coefficient in Liquids,” Metall. Mater. Trans. 29A (1998), pp. 751-755.
- Q. Han: “Interaction of Particles with a Freezing Front,” (Invited) “Current Topics in Crystal Growth Research” 4(1998), pp. 147-154.
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J.D. Hunt, Q. Han, and X. Wan, “Growth of a Cellular/Dendritic Array,” High Power Laser and Particle Beams, 9 (1997) No.1, pp. 161-172.
- Q. Han, H. Hu and X. Zhong: “Models for the isothermal Coarsening of the Secondary Dendrite arms in Multicomponent Alloys,” Metall Trans, 28B (1997), pp. 1185-1187.
- Q. Han and A. Hellawell: “Primary Particle Melting Rates and Equiaxed Grain Nucleation,” Metall Trans. 28B (1997), pp.169-173.
- X. Wan, Q. Han, and J.D. Hunt: “Experimental Studies on the Transition from Regular to Irregular Dendritic Growth,” Acta Metall Mater. 45 (1997), pp. 3975-3979.
- J.D. Hunt, Q. Han and X. Wan: “Growth of a Cellular/Dendritic Array,” (invited paper), J. Mater. Sci. Technol., 13 (1997) 161-172.
- Q. Han and J.D. Hunt: “Numerical Modeling of the Growth of a Cellular/Dendritic Array in Multi-component Alloys,” Matls Sci and Enging, A238 (1997), pp.192-195.
- Q. Han and J.D. Hunt: “Behavior of Particles near a Freezing Front,” Materials Review (Chinese), 10 (1996), pp.101-105.
- Q. Han, and J.D. Hunt: “On Particle Pushing During Solidification,” Acta Met. Sinica, 32 (1996) No.4, pp.1-6.
- X. Wan and Q. Han: “Theory of Array Growth of Cells/Dendrites,” Materials Review (Chinese), 10 (1996), pp.31-35.
- Q. Han, and J.D. Hunt: “Particle Pushing: The Critical Flow Speed Required to Put Particles Into Motion During Fluid Flow,” J. Crystal Growth, 152 (1995), pp. 221-227.
- Q. Han, and J.D. Hunt: “Redistribution of Particles during Solidification,” (Invited) ISIJ International (Special Issue on Recent Advances in Solidification), 35 (1995), pp. 693-699.
- Q. Han: “The Reasons for China’s Science & Technology Falling Behind the West in Modern Times,” Studies in Dialectics of Nature(Philosophy of Nature, Science and Technology, Science, Technology and Society)(Chinese), 11 (1995), No. 11, pp.9-14.
- Q. Han, and J.D. Hunt: “Particle Pushing: The Concentration of Particles near a Solid Interface During Fluid Flow,” J. Crystal Growth, 140 (1994), pp. 398-405.
- Q. Han, and J.D. Hunt: “Particle Pushing: The Attachment of Particles to the Solid-Liquid Interface During Fluid Flow,” J. Crystal Growth, 140 (1994), pp. 406-413.
- Q. Han, J.P. Lindsay, and J.D. Hunt: “The Effect of Fluid Flow on Particle Pushing,” Cast Metals, 6 (1994), pp. 237-.
- Q. Han: “The Phenomena of Particle Pushing and Its Mechanism,” Materials Review(Chinese), 8 (1994), pp. 91-96.
- Q. Han, and J.D. Hunt: “Particle Pushing: The Distribution of Particles in Liquid Near a Solid Surface,” Matls. Sci. and Enging, A173 (1993) pp.221-225.
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Q. Han, P. Wang, and H. Hu,: “Reducing the Aging Effect of Zinc Based Alloys,” J. BUST (in Chinese), 15 (8) (1993), pp.
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X. Zhao, H. Hu, P. Wang, G. Yang, and Q. Han: “Microstructure and Properties of ZA-27TiRE Alloy,” Rare Metals, 4 (2) (1993), pp.
- Q. Han, C. Zen, and H. Hu: “The Effects of Rare Earth Elements on the Properties and the Structure of Cast ZA-27 Alloy,” J.BUIST (Chinese), 14 (1992), No.1, pp.42-48.
- Q. Han, and H. Hu: “An Experimental Investigation into the Modification of the Corrosion Resistance of the ZA-27 Alloy with Rare Earth Elements,” J. Chinese Rare Earth, 10 (1992), No.3, pp.243-245.
- Q. Han, and H. Hu: “A Parameter for Evaluating the Ability of Solute Elements on Grain Refinement in Aluminium Alloy,” Cast Metals, 2, (1989) No.3, pp. 123-126.
- Y. Li, Q. Han, and X. Zhong: “The Magnetic Permeability of High Mn Cast Iron,” Foundry (Chinese), 1990, No.6, pp. 5-8.
- Q. Han: “A Mathematical Model for the Fluidity of Alloys,” J. BUIST(Chinese), 11(1989), No.4, pp.312-317.
- Q. Han, and H. Hu: “A Parameter for Evaluating Grain Refinement of Solute Elements,” Acta Met. Sinica (in Chinese), 24 (1988) No. 5, pp.324-330.
- X. Zhong, and Q. Han: “Experimental Investigation Into the Possibility of Eliminating Annealing for Some Cast Iron Parts,” Foundry(Chinese), 1988, No.8, pp.22-24.
- X. Zhong. Q. Han, and W. Zhong: “The Influence of Macro-structure on the deformation of Gray Cast Iron,” Modern Casting (Chinese), 1988, No.1, pp.2-6.
- Q. Han, H. Hu, and X. Zhong: “The Effect of Ce on the Solidification Structure of Low Sulfur 16Mn Steel,” Acta Met. Sinica, 23 (1987), No.3, pp.176-181.
- Q. Han, H. Hu, and X. Zhong: “The Mathematical Models for the Isothermal Coarsening of Secondary Dendrite Arms,” Materials Science Progress (Chinese), 1 (1987), pp.33-39.
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H. Hu, X. Zhong, Q. Han, and L. Ma: “The Effect of Ce and Ca-Si on the Primary Solidification Structure of Low Sulfur 16Mn Steel,” Rare Earth (in Chinese), 13 (5).
- Q. Han, and H. Hu: “The Effect of Solute Content on the Secondary Dendrite Arm Spacings for Multi-component Alloys,” J. BUIST(Chinese), 7 (1985), No.1, pp.1-11.
Refereed Conference Proceedings
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Z. Liu, and Q. Han, “The Evolution of Solid Powders in Liquid Aluminum at Low Temperature and the Effects of Ultrasound on it,” Advanced Composites for Aerospace, Marine, and Land Application, eds. (Warrendale, PA: The Minerals, Metals & Materials Society, 2015), Orlando, FL, March 15-20, 2015.
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V. Rundquist, K. Manchiraju, and Q, Han, “Ultrasonic Degassing and Processing of Aluminum Part II,” eds. ,(Warrendale, PA: The Minerals, Metals & Materials Society, 2015), Orlando, FL, March 15-20, 2015.
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Q. Han (Keynotes), “Automotive Lightweight: Opportunities and Challengers,” MATS 2014, Wuhan University of Technology, October 25-26, 2014, Wuhan, China.
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Fei Yin, Qingyou Han, Lin Hua, Finite element modelling and microstructural evolution for multiple impacts during ultrasonic shot peening. 2014 International Conference on Modern Auto Technology and Services, October 25-26, Wuhan China.
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Q. Han (Keynotes), “Ultrasonic Processing of Materials,” 53rd Annual Conference of Metallurgists, Vancouver, Canada, September 28-October 1, 2014. Sponsored by MET-SOC CIM (Canadian Institute of Ming, Metallurgy and Petroleum)
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X. Wang, and Q. Han (Invited), “On the Understanding of Aluminum Grain Refinement by Al-Ti-B Type Mater Alloys,” Proceedings of the 53rd Annual Conference of Metallurgists, Vancouver, Canada, September 28-October 1, 2014.
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Q. Han (Invited), “Ultrasonic Processing of Metallic Materials,” The 2nd International Symposium on Frontier in materials Sciences and Engineering, Salt Lake City, August 3-6, 2014.
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Q. Han (Keynotes), “The Mechanism of Die Soldering in Aluminum Die Casting,” Proceedings of the 1st International Symposium on Nonferrous Alloys and Special Casting Technology, Shanghai, June 20-21, 2014 (Sponsored by Chinese Foundry Society).
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M. Wang, X. Wang, W. Xu, and Q. Han, “Thermodynamic Simulation to Reduce β-(AlFeSi) Phase Formation in A380 Alloy”, NADCA Transaction, 2014, T14-051, pp. 1-11, Milwaukee, USA
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X. Wang, Q. Han, S. long, Y. Li, and W. Li, “Vacuum assisted die filling and pressurized feeding for magnesium die casting”, NADCA Transaction, 2014, T14-xxx, pp. 1-6, Milwaukee, USA
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W. Dai, X.M. Wang, W. Zhao, and Q. Han “A Comparison of the Effects of Al-Ti-B Type of Grain Refiners from Different Makers on Pure Aluminum”, Light Metals 2014, TMS 2014, San Diego, Feb. 17-20, 2014.
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M. Wang, and Q. Han (Invited), “On Particle Pushing during Solidification of Metals and Alloys”, Thermec 2013, Las Vegas, 6-9 December, 2013.
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Q. Han (Invited), “Ultrasonic Degassing of Aluminum Alloys,” Thermec 2013, Las Vegas, 6-9 December, 2013.
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C.M. Vian, W. Dai, and Q. Han, “Behavior of Bubbles during Solidification,”NADCA Transactions 2013, T13-013.
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M. Rakita, and Q. Han, “Strain Rate as a Predictor of Hot Tearing in AZ91D Magnesium Alloy,” AFS Transactions, Cast Expo & Metalcasting Congress, American Foundry Society, St. Louis, Missouri. April 6-9, 2013. Paper 13-1340.
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Q. Li, W. Su, W. Dai, and Q. Han, “Numerical Simulation of Fluidity and Molding Filling Characteristics of Magnesium Alloys during Vacuum Assisted Lost Foam Casting Process”. AFS Transactions, Cast Expo & Metalcasting Congress, American Foundry Society, St. Louis, Missouri. April 6-9, 2013. Paper 13-1513.
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Q. Han, “Motion of Bubbles in the Mushy Zone – A Neglected Physical Phenomenon,” (Invited). China Foundry Week 2012, Suzhou, China, October 17-19. Proceedings of the China Foundry Week 2012, Foundry Institution of Chinese Mechanical Engineering Society, 2012, p. 56.
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M. Wang, and Q. Han, “Particle Pushing or particle Segregation during Solidification. Advances in Metal Casting Technologies, MS&T 2012, October 7-11, Pittsburgh, PA. USA.
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M. Wang, D. Myers, and Q. Han, “Study on Microstructure Evolution during Self-pierce Riveting Process,” NADCA Transactions, The North American Diecasting Associations, 2012, T12-062.
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J. Song, T. DenOuden, and Q. Han, “The Coating Failure of Coated Core Pin during Die Casting Process,” NADCA Transactions, The North American Diecasting Associations, 2012, T12-081.
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Wu, W., Zhu*, M., Sun, D., Dai, T., Han, Q., & Raabe, D. (2012). Modeling of Dendritic Growth and Bubble Formation. MCWASP XIII 2012. (Modeling of Casting, Welding and Advanced Solidification Processes 2012). June 17-22, Styria, Austria.
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Q. Han, (2012), “Radical Motion of Bubbles in the Mushy Zone,”(Invited), Proceedings of the Frontier in Solidification Science and Processing Technology, Shanghai University, May 2012, Shanghai, China.
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Han, Q. (2012). Radical Motion of Bubbles in the Mushy Zone. AFS Transactions, Columbus, OH, April 18-20.
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Y. Teng, Y. Yang, H. Yu, L. Wang, & W. Huang. (2012). Behavior of Bubbles under Directional Solidification Conditions. AFS Transactions, Columbus, OH, April 18-20.
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Liu, Y., Han, Q., & Hua, Lin (2012). Finite Element Simulation Analysis of the Ultrasonic Vibration Forging of an Aluminum Cylinder Workpiece. Light Metals 2012, pp. 256-264. Warrendale, PA: The Minerals, Metals & Materials Society, March 10-16, Orlando, FL.
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Song, J., & Han, Q. (2012). Study on the Effect of Ultrasonic Vibration on the Microstructure of As-Cast Hypereutectic Aluminum Alloys. Light Metals 2012, Warrendale, PA: The Minerals, Metals & Materials Society, March 10-16, Orlando, FL. Pp.973-976.
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Han, L., Vian, C., Song, J., Liu, Z.W., Han, Q., Xu, C., & Shao, L. (2012). Grain Refining of Pure Aluminum. Light Metals 2012, Warrendale, PA: The Minerals, Metals & Materials Society, pp. 967-971.
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Han, Q.(Invited) (2011). Using Transparent Materials for Simulating Bubble Formation in the Mushy Zone. Solidification Science and Technology, Proceedings of the John Hunt International Symposium, Eds. Fan, Z., and Stone, I.C., Brunel University, UK, 12-14 December 2011, pp. 257-268.
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J. Song, T. DenOuden, and Q. Han, “Soldering Analysis of Core Pins,” NADCA Transactions, The North American Diecasting Associations, 2011, T11-062.
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J. Song, C. Vian, and Q. Han, “The Influence of Ultrasonic Vibration on the Microstructure of A380 Alloy,” NADCA Transactions, The North American Diecasting Associations, 2011, T11-011.
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Z.W. Liu and Q. Han, “Application of Ultrasonic Vibration in the Synthesis of in situ Particulate Reinforced Aluminum Matrix Composites,” NADCA Transactions, The North American Diecasting Associations, 2011, T11-042.
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F. He, Q. Han, Y.C. Chen, C. Xu, and L. Shao, “Study on mechanical properties of al metal matrix nanocomposites processed using ultrasonic vibration,” ASME International Manufacturing Science and Engineering Conference MSEC, vol. 2, (2009), pp. 285 (MSEC2009-84197). New York: ASME Publishing.
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C. Braver, M. Tumey, A. Harlow, Q. Han, “The effect of ultrasonic treatment on fiber-reinforced composite materials,” ASME International Manufacturing Science and Engineering Conference MSEC, vol. 1 (2009), pp. 547 (MSEC2009-84149). New York: ASME Publishing.
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Rakita, M., & Han, Q. (2009). Simulation of Solidification Defects for Prediction of Dross Formation in Aluminum 5182 Remelt Secondary Ingot. ASME International Manufacturing Science and Engineering Conference MSEC, vol. 1, (2009), pp. 365 (MSEC2009-84160). New York: ASME Publishing.
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Rakita, M., Kakas, D., Skoric, B., Tomovic, M., Han, Q., & Jackson, M. (2009). S-Type Cultivator Tines which Comply with ISO Standard: FEM Analysis of Stresses and Manufacturing Issues. ASME International Manufacturing Science and Engineering Conference MSEC, vol. 1, pp. 373 (MSEC2009-84162). New York: ASME Publishing.
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S.K. Poola,., Q. Han, C. Corum, C., Xu, & L. Shao: “Grain Refinement of AZ91E Alloy Using Ultrasonic Vibrations,” Magnesium Technology 2009, Warrendale: The Minerals, Metals & Materials Society, 2009, 315-319.
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Q. Han, “The Effect of Microstructure on the Surface Finish of Extruded 6262 Aluminum Alloy Billet,” Aluminum alloys: Fabrication, Characterization and Applications, Warrendale: The Minerals, Metals & Materials Society, 2009, 95-100.
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Q. Han: “Ultrasound Assisted Die Casting Process,” NADCA Transactions, The North American Die Casting Association, 2009, T09-113.
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Q. Han, S. Viswanathan, K.L. More, M.J. Warwick, Y.C. Chen, “Bonding of Steel Inserts During Aluminum Casting,” TMS 2008 Annual Meeting Supplement Proceedings, Vol 3: General paper Selections, 2008, pp. 339-344.
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K. Currie, Q. Han, M. Abdelrahman, and J. Droke, “Characterization of AM60B Magnesium Castings Using a Counter Gravity (Hitchiner) Lost Foam Casting Process,” Magnesium Technology 2008, eds. N. Pekguleryuz, N. Neelameggham, R. Beals, and E. Nyberg, (Warrendale, PA: The Minerals, Metals & Materials Society, 2008), pp. 203-208.
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Q. Han, and P. Sklad(Invited), “Ultrasonic Processing of Materials,” Proceedings of the Third International Conference on Light Metals Technology, September 24-26, 2007, Saint-Sauveur, Quebec, Canada
- Q. Han, H. Xu, T.T. Meek, P. Ried, and P. Olson, “An Accelerated Method for Soldering Testing, “ NADCA Transactions 2007, paper T07-041.
- Q. Han, R. Dinwiddie, P. Sklad et al, “Comparison of Lost Foam Casting of AM60B Alloy and A356 Alloy, “ AFS Transactions 2007, Paper 07-147.
- Q. Han, “The Use of Power Ultrasound for Material Processing,” Materials Processing under the Influence of External Fields,” eds. Q. Han, G. Ludtka, and Q. Zhai, (Warrendale, PA: The Minerals, Metals & Materials Society, 2007), pp. 97-106.
- Q. Liu, Y Gao, F. Qi, Q. Zhai, and Q. Han, “Influence of Power Ultrasonic on Solidification Structure and Segregation of 1Cr18Ni9Ti Stainless Steel,” Materials Processing under the Influence of External Fields,” eds. Q. Han, G. Ludtka, and Q. Zhai, (Warrendale, PA: The Minerals, Metals & Materials Society, 2007), pp. 107-112.
- H. Xu, T.T. Meek, Q. Zhai, and Q. Han, “Degassing of Molten Aluminum Using Ultrasonic Vibrations,” Materials Processing under the Influence of External Fields,” eds. Q. Han, G. Ludtka, and Q. Zhai, (Warrendale, PA: The Minerals, Metals & Materials Society, 2007), pp. 123-132.
- Q. Han, R. Dinwiddie, P. Sklad, K. Currie, F. Vondra, M. Abdelrahman, G.V. Walford, D. Nolan, and T. Nedkova, “Lost Foam Casting of Magnesium Alloys,” Magnesium Technology 2007, eds. R.S. Beals, M.O. Pekguleryuz, A. Lou, and N.R. Needlameggham, (Warrendale, PA: The Minerals, Metals & Materials Society, 2007), pp. 115-120.
- S.J. Zhang, Q. Han, and Z.K. Liu, “Thermodynamic Investigation of Na-Induced Embrittlement in Mg-Li Alloys,” Symposium GG: Multiscale Modeling of Materials, MRS 2006 Fall Meeting, Boston, MA, USA, November 27-30, 2006.
- X. Jian, T.T. Meek, T. Geer, and Q. Han, “Effect of Power Ultrasound on Grain Refinement of Magnesium AM60B Alloy” Magnesium Technology 2006,, pp. 103-107.
- J. Clark III, A. Thekdi, S. Ninqileri, Q. Han, “Reconsideration of Natural-Gas Immersion Burners to Melt Recycled Aluminum,” Materials Science and Technology, Vol.3, Materials Science and Technology 2005 – Proceedings of the Conference, p. 3-9.
- A.L. Bowles, Q, Han, and J.A. Horton, “Castability of Magnesium Alloys,” Magnesium Technology 2005, pp. 99-104.
- H. Xu, T.T. Meek, and Q. Han, “Ultrasonic Degassing in Aluminum Alloys,” Materials Science and Technology, V1, Materials Science and Technology 2005-Proceedings of the Conference, Pittsburgh, PA, USA, 2005, pp.3-11.
- X. Jian, C. Xu, T.T. Meek, and Q. Han, “The Effect of Ultrasonic Vibration on the Solidification Structure of A356 Alloy,” AFS Transactions, 2005, Paper No. 05-085.
- Q. Han, “An Experimental Die for Testing the Castability of Die Casting Alloys,” NADCA Transaction, 2005, Paper No. 05-087.
- M. Du, Q. Han, and R. Peterson, “Detection of Water Content in Aluminum Scrap with a Fast Neutron Source (Cf-252)”, Light Metals 2005, ed. H. Kvande, (Warrendale, PA: The Minerals, Metals & Materials Society, 2005), pp. 855-859.
- B.M. Golchert, C.Q. Chou, A. Quenette, Q. Han, P.E. King, “Combustion Space Modeling of An Aluminum Furnace,” Light Metals 2005, ed. H. Kvande, (Warrendale, PA: The Minerals, Metals & Materials Society, 2005), pp. 887-892.
- P.E. King, M.C. Hayes, T. Li, Q. Han, M. Hassan, and B.M. Golchert, “Design and Operation of An Experimental Reverberatory Aluminum Furnace,” Light Metals 2005, ed. H. Kvande, (Warrendale, PA: The Minerals, Metals & Materials Society, 2005), pp. 899-904.
- H. Xu, X. Jian, T.T. Meek, and Q. Han, “Ultrasonic Degassing of Molten Aluminum under Reduced Pressure,” Light Metals 2005, ed. H. Kvande, (Warrendale, PA: The Minerals, Metals & Materials Society, 2005), pp. 915-919.
- Z. Long, Q. Han, S. Viswanathan, S. Ningileri, S.K. Das, K. Kuwana, M. Hassan, M. Khraisheh, A. Sabau, and K. Saito, “Integrated 3D Model to Simulate Solidification and Predict Hot Cracking during DC Casting of Aluminum Alloys,” Light Metals 2005, ed. H. Kvande, (Warrendale, PA: The Minerals, Metals & Materials Society, 2005), pp. 1057-1062.
- Q. Han, “The Use of Computational Thermodynamics for Die Casting Applications,” NADCA Transactions 2004, Paper T1-051.20. Q. Han, “Dross Formation during Solidification of Aluminum 5182 Alloy RSI” Transactions of the American Foundry Society, v. 112, 2004, paper 04-063.21. Q. Han, “Influence of Chemical Composition on Hot Tearing Susceptibility of FXS-414 alloy,” Transactions of the American Foundry Society, v. 112, 2004, paper 04-062.
- Q. Han, R.D. Peterson, and J. Zeh, “Some of the Factors that Affect Dross Formation in Aluminum 5182 RSI,” Light Metals 2004, ed. A.T. Tabereaux, (Warrendale, PA: The Minerals, Metals & Materials Society, 2004), pp. 163-168.
- Q. Han, M.I. Hassan, S. Viswanathan, K.Sato, and S.K. Das, “An Experimental Method for Determining Mechanical Properties in the Non-Equilibrium Mushy Zones of Alloys,” Solidification of Aluminum Alloys, eds. M.G. Chu, D.A. Granger, and Q. Han, (Warrendale, PA: The Minerals, Metals & Materials Society, 2004), pp. 211-220.
- X. Jian, Q. Han, H. Xu, and T.T. Meek, “Solidification of Aluminum Alloy A356 Under Ultrasonic Vibration”, Solidification of Aluminum Alloys, eds. M.G. Chu, D.A. Granger, and Q. Han, (Warrendale, PA: The Minerals, Metals & Materials Society, 2004), pp.73-79.
- H. Xu, X. Jian, T.T. Meek, Q. Han, “Investigation of Ultrasonic Degassing in Molten Aluminum A356 Alloy,” Light Metals 2004, ed. A.T. Tabereaux, (Warrendale, PA: The Minerals, Metals & Materials Society, 2004), pp. 731-735.
- Q. Han, “Dross Formation in Aluminum-Magnesium Alloy RSI,” LiMat-3rd International Conference on Light Materials for Transportation Systems, Hawaii, USA, November 2-6, 2003.
- X. Jian, H. Xu, T.T. Meek, Q. Han, and S. Viswanathan, “Ultrasonic Solidification of Aluminum A356 Alloy,” LiMat-3rd International Conference on Light Materials for Transportation Systems, Hawaii, USA, November 2-6, 2003.
- H. Xu, X. Jian, T.T. Meek, and Q. Han, “Ultrasonic Degassing in Aluminum A356 Alloy,” LiMat-3rd International Conference on Light Materials for Transportation Systems, Hawaii, USA, November 2-6, 2003.
- T. Li, M. Hassan, K. Kuwana, K. Saito, S. Viswanathan, and Q. Han, “Thermodynamic Analysis of Energy Utilization and Pollutant Formation Control in Secondary Aluminum Melting Furnaces,” Energy Efficient Manufacturing Processes (The MPMD Fourth Global Innovations Symposium), eds, I.E. Anderson, T.G. Marechaux, and C. Cockrill, (Warrendale, PA: The Minerals, Metals & Materials Society, 2003), pp. 43-51.
- Q. Han, W.A. Simpson, J.L Zeh, E.A. Kenik, P. Angelini, and V.K.Sikka, “The Effect of Solidification Defect on the Dross Formation During Re-melting of Aluminum 5182 Alloy RSI,” Light Metals 2003, ed. P.N. Crepeau, (Warrendale, PA: The Minerals, Metals & Materials Society, 2003), pp. 773-777.
- Q. Han, and S. Viswanathan, “Optimization of Aluminum 357 Alloy for Semi-Solid Metal Casting,” NADCA Transactions, 2002, T02-32.
- Q. Han, and S. Viswanathan, “Mechanism of Die Soldering during Aluminum Die Casting,” NADCA Transactions, 2002, T02-034.
- S. Viswanathan, C.A. Blue, Q. Han, G. Engleman, and N.B. Dahotre, “High Density Infrared Coatings for Soldering Resistance,” NADCA Transactions, 2002, T02-044.
- Q. Han and S. Viswanathan, D.L. Spainhower, and S.K. Das, “Nature and Formation of Surface Cracks in DC Cast Ingots,” Light Metals 2002, ed. W. Scheider, (Warrendale, PA: The Minerals, Metals & Materials Society, 2002), pp. 975-979.
- S. Viswanathan, A.S. Sabau, Q. Han, and A.J. Duncan, “Prediction of Microporosity Distributions in Aluminum Alloy Castings,” Proceedings of the Merton C. Flemings Symposium on Solidification and Materials Processing, eds R. Abbaschian, H. Brody, and A. Mortensen, (Warrendale, PA: The Minerals, Metals & Materials Society, 2001), pp.379-384.
- Q. Han, E.A. Kenik, R. Agnew, and S. Viswanathan, “Solidification Behavior of Commercial Magnisum Alloys,” Magnesium Technology 2001, ed. J. Hryn, (Warrendale, PA: The Minerals, Metals & Materials Society, 2001), pp.81-86.
- E.A. Payzant, S.R. Agnew, Q. Han, and S. Viswanthan, “Mg17Al12 Phase Precipitation Kinetics in Die Casting Alloys AZ91D and AM60B,” Magnesium Technology 2001, ed. J. Hryn, (Warrendale, PA: The Minerals, Metals & Materials Society, 2001), pp. 183-188.
- S. R. Agnew, S. Viswanathan, E. A. Payzant, Q. Han, K. C. Liu, and E. A. Kenik, "Tensile and Compressive Creep Behavior of Magnesium Die Casting, Alloys Containing Aluminium," Magnesium Alloys and Their Applications, ed. K.U. Kainer, (Weinbein, Germany: Wiley-VCH Verlag, 2000) pp.687-692.
- Q. Han and S. Viswanathan, “Microstructure Prediction in A356 Alloy Castings,” Light Metals 2000, ed. R.D. Peterson, (Warrendale, PA: The Minerals, Metals & Materials Society, 2000), pp. 609-614.
- Q. Han, E.A. Kenik, and S. Viswanathan, “Die Soldering in Aluminum Die Casting,” Light Metals 2000, ed. R.D. Peterson, (Warrendale, PA: The Minerals, Metals & Materials Society, 2000), pp. 765-772.
- A.J. Duncan, Q. Han and S. Viswanathan: “Liquid Permeability Measurements in Solidifying Aluminum-Copper Alloys,” Fluid Flow Phenomena in Metals Processing, eds. N. El-Kaddah, D.G.C. Robertson, S.T. Johansen and V.R. Voller, (Warrendale, PA: The Minerals, Metals & Materials Society, 1999), pp.525-532.
- A.S. Sabau, Q. Han and S. Viswanathan: “Projection Methods for Interdendritic Flows,” Fluid Flow Phenomena in Metals Processing, eds. N. El-Kaddah, D.G.C. Robertson, S.T. Johansen and V.R. Voller, (Warrendale, PA: The Minerals, Metals & Materials Society, 1999), pp.403-411.
- S. Viswanathan, A.J. Duncan, S.A. Sabau, Q. Han, W.D. Porter and B.W. Riemer: “Modeling of Solidification and Porosity in Aluminum Alloy Castings,” AFS Transactions, 98-103 (1998), pp. 411-417.
- S. Viswanathan, A.S. Sabau, Q. Han and A.J.Duncan: “Modeling of Porosity in Aluminum Alloy Castings,” Proceedings from Materials Solutions Conference ’98 on Aluminum Casting Technology, 1998, pp. 135-138..
- S. Viswanathan, A.J. Duncan, A.S. Sabau and Q. Han: “Prediction of Microporosity in Aluminum Alloy Castings,” Modeling of Casting, Welding and Advanced Solidification Processes-VIII, Eds. B.G.Thomas and C. Beckermann, (Warrendale, PA: The Minerals, Metals & Materials Society, 1998), pp. 849-856.
- X. Wan, Q. Han, and J.D. Hunt: “Experimental Studies on the Transition from Regular to Irregular Dendritic Growth,” Solidification Processing 1997, eds. J. Beech and H. Jones, (Ranmoor House, Sheffield, England, 1997), pp. 397-400.
- Q. Han, X. Wan and J.D. Hunt: “Experimental Investigation on the Spacing of Dendrite Arrays,” TMS Spring Meeting, Anaheim, USA, Feb. 1996.
- Q. Han and J.D. Hunt: “Numerical Modeling of the Growth of a Cellular/Dendritic Array in Multi-component Alloys,” MRS Fall Meeting, Boston, USA.,Dec 3-7, 1996.
- Q. Han and J.D. Hunt: “Criteria for Particle Pushing,” Proceeding of the Second Young Scientist Congress, (Beijing, China, 1995), pp. 81-85.
- J. D. Hunt, Q. Han, and S-Z Lu: “Numerical Modeling of Cellular/Dendritic Array Growth,” Keynote paper at the International Symposia on Advanced Materials and Technology for the 21st Century, JIM and TMS, Hawaii, USA, Dec.1995.