The development of structure model in metallic glasses

Abstract

Metallic glasses (amorphous alloys) have grown from a singular observation to an expansive class of alloys with a broad range of scientific interests. Their unique properties require a robust understanding on the structures at the atomic level while alloys in this class have a similar outlook on the microstructure. In this review, we went through the history of the majority studies on the structure models of metallic glasses, and summarized their historical contributions to the understanding of the structure metallic glasses and the relationship between their structures and properties.