Project Info
Corrosion of additively manufactured metallic alloys
Xiaolei Guo
xiaolei.guo@mines.edu
Project Goals and Description:
This project will explore the corrosion behavior of various metals and alloys fabricated with additive manufacturing techniques such as laser powder bed fusion, directed energy deposition, and friction stir additive manufacturing.
More Information:
Grand Challenge: Not applicable.
Primary Contacts:
Xiaolei Guo, xiaolei.guo@mines.edu
Student Preparation
Qualifications
Self-motivated with strong interests in material science and corrosion.
TIME COMMITMENT (HRS/WK)
10
SKILLS/TECHNIQUES GAINED
Gain understanding in how additive manufacturing influence the microstructure and corrosion properties of alloys. Learn how to use electrochemical methods to understand corrosion. Learn how to use various characterization methods to evaluate material structure and property.
MENTORING PLAN
I will begin with a comprehensive orientation covering lab safety, project goals, and key techniques. I will then meet one-on-one weekly to set milestones, troubleshoot experiments, and review data. As their skills grow, I’ll integrate them into group meetings, assign increasing responsibility, provide regular written and oral feedback, and coach them on presenting results at seminars or conferences.
Preferred Student Status
Sophomore
Junior
Senior