A Frank Reed source generates dislocations through the movement of a pinned dislocation center, which transforms into a dislocation loop under shear stress. The shear stress causes the dislocation to move in a specific direction, aligning with the Burgers vector. This vector indicates the magnitude and direction of the dislocation's movement, essential for understanding dislocation dynamics in materials science.
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kpx001 said:Hey sorry but I've been looking through several online resources and books but I cannot find a dumbed down explanation of how a frank reed source generates dislocations. Like what is the shears doing and the burgers vector?? I am so confused can someone enlighten me please? thanks