  In the present work, we demonstrate for the first time the outstanding
dynamic mechanical properties of nano-quasicrystalline Al93Fe3Cr2Ti2 at.% alloy
and composites. Unlike most crystalline aluminium-based alloys, this alloy and
composites exhibit substantial strain rate sensitivity and retain much of their
ductility at high rates of strain. This opens new pathways for use in
safety-critical materials where impact resistance is required.

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