The Microstructures, Mechanical Properties, and Energetic Characteristics of a Novel Dual-Phase Ti40Zr40W10Mo10 High-Entropy Alloy

High-energy structural materials (ESMs) integrate a high energy density with rapid energy release, offering promising applications in advanced technologies. In this study, a novel dual-phase Ti40Zr40W10Mo10 high-entropy alloy (HEA) was synthesized and evaluated as a potential ESM. The alloy exhibited a body-centered cubic (BCC) matrix with Mo-W-rich BCC precipitates of varying sizes, which increased proportionally with the W content. The compressive mechanical properties were assessed across a range of strain rates, revealing that the W10 HEA sustained a compressive strength of 2300 MPa at a strain rate of 3000 s−1. This exceptional performance is attributed to the uniform distribution of circular Mo-W-rich BCC precipitates. Conversely, in the W13 HEA, the aggregated and large Mo-W-rich precipitates deteriorated its dynamic properties. Furthermore, deflagration behavior was observed during dynamic deformation of W10, highlighting its potential as a high-performance ESM.