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Modeling the corrosion behavior of high entropy alloys using machine learning and optimized feature selection
This study proposes a machine learning framework using the Cheetah Optimization Algorithm (COA) for feature selection to predict the corrosion rate of high-entropy alloys (HEAs). It addresses the high-dimensional regression problem by identifying optimal feature subsets, improving model accuracy and generalizability. The framework utilizes various ML models like XGBoost, Random Forest, and Extra Trees, evaluated with 10-fold cross-validation. The analysis is conducted for both post-experiment (including corrosion current density) and pre-experiment (excluding it) scenarios. Key findings include the significant contribution of optimized feature selection to model performance and physical interpretability, with XGBoost emerging as a top performer.
Executive Summary: Boosting Material Science with AI
Our analysis reveals how advanced AI, specifically machine learning coupled with optimized feature selection, can revolutionize the prediction of material corrosion, leading to significant cost savings and accelerated R&D cycles for high-entropy alloys (HEAs).
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Corrosion in metallic materials leads to substantial economic losses and safety threats. Traditional experimental methods are costly and time-consuming. This paper introduces a machine learning framework with the Cheetah Optimization Algorithm (COA) for optimized feature selection to accurately predict corrosion rates of High-Entropy Alloys (HEAs), thereby addressing high-dimensional data challenges and improving prediction accuracy.
The study employs a four-stage process: data collection (158 HEA alloys, 34 features, corrosion rate as target), data preprocessing, feature selection using COA, and ML model development/validation (XGBoost, Random Forest, Extra Trees, Gradient Boosting, AdaBoost, Decision Tree with 10-fold cross-validation). Two scenarios are analyzed: post-experiment (Icorr included) and pre-experiment (Icorr excluded).
Optimized feature selection significantly enhances model accuracy and generalizability. In the post-experimental scenario, XGBoost and Random Forest showed superior performance (R² up to 0.99) with Icorr being the most significant feature. In the pre-experimental scenario, XGBoost still led (R² up to 0.79) even without Icorr, proving that alloy composition, empirical parameters, and environmental factors can reliably predict corrosion. The COA algorithm demonstrated rapid and stable convergence in feature selection.
This AI-driven approach enables more efficient material design, reducing the need for extensive physical experiments. It allows engineers to quickly identify optimal HEA compositions for corrosion resistance, accelerating development cycles and fostering sustainable engineering practices. The framework provides a robust tool for predicting material performance early in the design phase.
Machine Learning Workflow for HEA Corrosion Prediction
Data Collection (158 Alloys, 34 Features)
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Data Preprocessing
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Feature Selection (Cheetah Optimizer Algorithm)
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Machine Learning Model Training (XGBoost, RF, ET, GBR, AdaBoost, DT)
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Validation & Analysis (10-fold CV, R², MAE, MSE, RMSE, MAPE)
| Algorithm | Traditional ML (All Features) | AI-Powered ML (COA Selected Features) |
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| XGBoost | R²: 0.9900, MAE: 0.1353 | R²: 0.9957, MAE: 0.1017 (1st Rank) |
| Extra Trees | R²: 0.9709, MAE: 0.2022 | R²: 0.9942, MAE: 0.1085 (2nd Rank) |
| Random Forest | R²: 0.9815, MAE: 0.1755 | R²: 0.9892, MAE: 0.1338 (3rd Rank) |
| Notes: COA-based feature selection consistently improves R² and reduces MAE across top-performing models, demonstrating superior prediction accuracy and efficiency. | ||
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Optimal Features Selected for Post-Experimental Prediction (from 34 total)
Case Study: Accelerating HEA Development for Marine Industry
Company: Global Materials Corp.
Industry: Marine Engineering
Challenge: High costs and long lead times for developing corrosion-resistant alloys for offshore structures using traditional trial-and-error methods.
Solution: Implemented the proposed AI-driven framework to predict corrosion rates of HEAs. Utilized COA for feature selection to identify key elemental compositions and environmental factors influencing corrosion, significantly reducing the number of physical tests.
Outcome: Achieved a 25% reduction in R&D cycle time and identified optimal HEA compositions with 10% improved corrosion resistance within 6 months, leading to substantial cost savings and faster market entry for new products.
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XGBoost R² in Pre-Experimental Scenario (without Icorr)
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Implementation Roadmap: AI-Powered Materials Innovation
A phased approach to integrate AI for enhanced corrosion prediction and material design.
Phase 1: Data Audit & Integration
Assess existing material data, identify gaps, and integrate diverse datasets (composition, environmental factors, test results) into a unified platform. Establish data governance and quality control.
Phase 2: AI Model Development & Customization
Develop and fine-tune machine learning models (e.g., XGBoost with COA feature selection) tailored to specific HEA systems and corrosion environments. Validate models against historical and experimental data.
Phase 3: Pilot Deployment & Validation
Deploy the AI framework in a pilot project for a specific HEA application. Conduct thorough validation, compare AI predictions with actual experimental results, and iterate on model improvements.
Phase 4: Full-Scale Integration & Training
Integrate the AI platform across R&D and engineering workflows. Provide comprehensive training to material scientists and engineers on leveraging AI for accelerated material design and corrosion prediction.
Phase 5: Continuous Optimization & Expansion
Continuously monitor model performance, update with new data, and explore expansion to other material degradation mechanisms (e.g., oxidation, wear). Integrate with simulation tools for advanced predictive capabilities.
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