Can a Metal Prince Rupert's Drop Have Similar Properties to Glass?

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The discussion centers on the feasibility of creating a metal Prince Rupert's drop and whether it would exhibit similar properties to its glass counterpart, particularly in terms of high compressive stress leading to increased strength. Participants suggest that the rapid flow of molten metal may hinder the formation of the necessary compressive stresses. Additionally, the possibility of inducing a martensitic transition or strain glass during the cooling process is mentioned, though concerns about achieving sufficient cooling remain unresolved.

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i am wondering would that be possible to make a prince rupert's drop with metal..

would it end up having similar properties? (ie high compressive stress => stronger) or does molten metal flow too quickly?
 
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1832vin said:
i am wondering would that be possible to make a prince rupert's drop with metal..

would it end up having similar properties? (ie high compressive stress => stronger) or does molten metal flow too quickly?

Could you please give some context and background, so that folks don't have to go searching Google to figure out what you are asking? Thanks.
 
1832vin said:
i am wondering would that be possible to make a prince rupert's drop with metal..

would it end up having similar properties? (ie high compressive stress => stronger) or does molten metal flow too quickly?

Maybe if you could induce a martensitic transition or a strain glass during cooling. Not sure you could get sufficient cooling, tho.
 
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