Project Info
Wire Composition Optimization for Additive Manufacturing of Titanium Alloys
Zhenzhen Yu | zyu@mines.edu
Ti-6Al-4V alloy is a valued material in the aerospace industry for various structural applications. Additive Manufacturing technologies have delivered value via fabrication of near net shape TI64 components. The goal of this project is to mitigate directional solidification and thus attain isotropic properties.
More Information
“An Overview of Additive Manufacturing of Titanium Components by Directed Energy Deposition: Microstructure and Mechanical Properties”
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Grand Engineering Challenge: Not applicable
Student Preparation
Qualifications
Knowledge of solidification mechanisms, microstructure evolution, and mechanical metallurgy.
Time Commitment
30-40 hours/month
Skills/Techniques Gained
– Lab skills including filler wire manufacturing, metallurgical specimen preparation, and operation of optical and electron microscopes;
– Computer skills: ThermoCalc software
Mentoring Plan
There will be bi-weekly meetings to discuss the progress together with the graduate students. Monthly meetings will be hosted that involve the sponsor to report the progress and receive response and guidance for work plans.