Synthesis of EP648-TiC Metal Matrix Composite Powder for Selective Laser Melting by Ball Milling

2017 ◽  
Vol 265 ◽  
pp. 481-485
Author(s):  
P.A. Lykov ◽  
D.A. Zherebtsov ◽  
S.V. Nerush

The development of additive manufacturing (SLS/SLM, EBM, DMD) suggests the increase of the range expansion of materials used. One of the most promising directions is products manufacturing from composite materials. The technology of composite micro-powders production on the basis of heat-resistant nickel alloy EP648 and TiC is proposed. The aim of this research is to develop a method of producing composite micropowders for additive technology application. This method is based on modification of the metal micropowders surface by the second phase in a planetary mixer (mechanochemical synthesis).The obtained composite micropowders are compared with powders which are recommended for selective laser melting usage (produced by MTT Technology). The equipment used in the research: planetary mixer, scanning electron microscopy (SEM), optical granulomorphometer Occio 500nano.

2021 ◽  
Vol 316 ◽  
pp. 181-186
Author(s):  
P.A. Lykov ◽  
L. V. Radionova

This paper is devoted to fabrication of alumina reinforced EP648 matrix composite material, using selective laser melting. of two-phase composite powder, prepared by ball milling of metal and ceramic powders. Five 10x10x5 mm bulk specimens were successfully manufactured using different process parameters. The obtained MMC specimens were characterized by scanning electron microscopy.


2019 ◽  
Vol 946 ◽  
pp. 966-971
Author(s):  
R.M. Baitimerov ◽  
A.B. Liberzon ◽  
V.I. Mitin

Selective laser melting (SLM) technology makes it possible to produce complex shape metallic and metal-matrix composite (MMC) bulk parts from powder feedstock. This paper is devoted to selective laser melting of mechanically mixed metal (gas atomized EP648 alloy) and ceramic (alumina) powders. Four 10x10x5 mm specimen were successfully manufactured using different process parameters. Obtained MMC specimen were characterized by scanning electron microscopy. A possibility of manufacturing of dense EP648-alumina MMC by SLM using two-component mixed powder was shown


2017 ◽  
Vol 265 ◽  
pp. 434-438 ◽  
Author(s):  
P.A. Lykov ◽  
A.O. Shults ◽  
K.A. Bromer

The paper studies the atomization of Al-based alloy AlSi12 in gas jet. Air was used as a spraying gas. The size and shape of powder particles were studied by using scanning electron microscopy and optical granulomorphometer. The obtained powder was used in selective laser melting.


2012 ◽  
Vol 445 ◽  
pp. 386-391 ◽  
Author(s):  
Y. Shen ◽  
W.J. Cantwell ◽  
Robert A.W. Mines ◽  
K. Ushijima

This paper outlines the findings of an on-going research study investigating the properties of a range of steel and titanium-based micro-lattice structures manufactured using the selective laser melting (SLM) technique. Initially, tension tests have been conducted on strands manufactured at different build angles. Micro-lattice block structures, with struts oriented at +/-45o were then tested in compression at quasi-static rates of loading. The failure mechanisms have been investigated using both optical and scanning electron microscopy. These tests have highlighted the attractive properties offered by these complex architectures.


Coatings ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (10) ◽  
pp. 1219
Author(s):  
Alexander S. Shinkaryov ◽  
Dmitriy Yu. Ozherelkov ◽  
Ivan A. Pelevin ◽  
Sergey A. Eremin ◽  
Vyacheslav N. Anikin ◽  
...  

This work aims to study the possibility of obtaining Al–C composite from AlSi10MgCu aluminum matrix with the addition of 500 nm-sized diamond particles by selective laser melting (SLM) process. Al–C composite powder was prepared by mechanical mixing to form a uniform cover along the surface of aluminum particles. The diamond content in the resulting AlSi10MgCu-diamond composite powder was equal to 0.67 wt %. The selection of the optimal SLM parameters for the obtained composite material is presented. For materials characterization, the following methods were used: scanning electron microscopy (SEM), transmission electron microscopy (TEM), X-ray diffraction (XRD), and Raman spectroscopy. X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS) was applied after SLM printing for a detailed investigation of the obtained composites. The presence of carbon additives and the formation of aluminum carbides in the material after the SLM process were demonstrated.


Author(s):  
D. Palmeri ◽  
G. Buffa ◽  
G. Pollara ◽  
L. Fratini

AbstractDuring the last few years, additive manufacturing has been more and more extensively used in several industries, especially in the aerospace and medical device fields, to produce Ti6Al4V titanium alloy parts. During the Selective Laser Melting (SLM) process, the heterogeneity of finished product is strictly connected to the scan strategies and the building direction. An optimal managing of the latter parameters allows to better control and defines the final mechanical and metallurgical properties of parts. Acting on the building direction it is also possible to optimize the critical support structure. In particular, more support structures are needed for the sample at 0°, while very low support are required for the sample at 90°. To study the effects of build direction on microstructure heterogeneity evolution and mechanical performances of selective laser melted Ti6Al4V parts, two build direction samples (0°, 90°) were manufactured and analyzed using optical metallographic microscope (OM) and scanning electron microscopy (SEM). Isometric microstructure reconstruction and microhardness tests were carried out in order to analyze the specimens. The obtained results indicate that the build direction has to be considered a key geometrical parameter affecting the overall quality of the obtained products.


Metals ◽  
2018 ◽  
Vol 8 (10) ◽  
pp. 825 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mustafa Awd ◽  
Felix Stern ◽  
Alexander Kampmann ◽  
Daniel Kotzem ◽  
Jochen Tenkamp ◽  
...  

The laser-based fusion of metallic powder allows construction of components with arbitrary complexity. In selective laser melting, the rapid cooling of melt pools in the direction of the component building causes significant anisotropy of the microstructure and properties. The objective of this work is to investigate the influence of build anisotropy on the microstructure and mechanical properties in selective laser melted AlSi10Mg. The alloy is comprehensively used in the automotive industry and has been one of the most frequently investigated Al alloys in additive manufacturing. Using specimens produced in three different building orientations with respect to the build platform, the anisotropy of the microstructure and defects will be investigated using scanning electron microscopy and microcomputed tomography. The analysis showed a seven-times higher pore density for the 90°-specimen compared to the 0°-specimen. The scanning electron microscopy revealed the influence of the direction of the cooling gradient on the constitution of the eutectic phase. Mechanical properties are produced in quasi-static and fatigue tests of variable and constant loading amplitudes. Specimens of 0° showed 8% higher tensile strength compared to 90°-specimens, while fracture strain was reduced almost 30% for the 45°-specimen. The correlation between structural anisotropy and mechanical properties illustrates the influence of the building orientation during selective laser melting on foreseen fields of application.


2018 ◽  
Vol 69 (10) ◽  
pp. 2913-2915
Author(s):  
Daniela Jumanca ◽  
Anamaria Matichescu ◽  
Atena Galuscan ◽  
Laura Cristina Rusu ◽  
Cornelia Muntean

This experimental study aims to analyse the effectiveness of various materials used in demineralisation of dental enamel. This work aims to create a mechanical bond by filling the pegs with sealing material. In order to achieve this goal, five teeth were compared using different concentrations of orthophosphoric acid and exposure times. In this regard, five different tests were performed and the results were analysed using the SEM technique (scanning electron microscopy). These comparative analyses revealed that etching using 35% orthophosphoric acid for one minute and etching using Icon Etch for two minutes were the most effective.


Author(s):  
Christian Felber ◽  
Florian Rödl ◽  
Ferdinand Haider

Abstract The most promising metal processing additive manufacturing technique in industry is selective laser melting, but only a few alloys are commercially available, limiting the potential of this technique. In particular high strength aluminum alloys, which are of great importance in the automotive industry, are missing. An aluminum 2024 alloy, reinforced by Ti-6Al-4V and B4C particles, could be used as a high strength alternative for aluminum alloys. Heat treating can be used to improve the mechanical properties of the metal matrix composite. Dynamic scanning calorimetry shows the formation of Al2Cu precipitates in the matrix instead of the expected Al2CuMg phases due to the loss of magnesium during printing, and precipitation processes are accelerated due to particle reinforcement and additive manufacturing. Strong reactions between aluminum and Ti-6Al-4V are observed in the microstructure, while B4C shows no reaction with the matrix or the titanium. The material shows high hardness, high stiffness, and low ductility through precipitation and particle reinforcement.


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