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Complex metallic alloys as new materials for additive manufacturing
Samuel Kenzari1, David Bonina1, Jean Marie Dubois1
1Institut Jean Lamour, UMR 7198 CNRS-Université de Lorraine, F-54011, Nancy, France.
Science and Technology of Advanced Materials
|November 24, 2016
Summary
Additive manufacturing now utilizes advanced Al-based quasicrystalline alloys for creating lightweight composite parts. These novel materials offer improved functional properties, expanding applications in various industries.
Area of Science:
- Materials Science
- Manufacturing Engineering
- Additive Manufacturing
Background:
- Additive manufacturing (AM) enables freeform fabrication from 3D CAD data, with rapid expansion over 20 years.
- Current AM material selection is limited, yet there's a demand for lighter, high-performance functional parts.
- Existing techniques include selective laser sintering and stereolithography.
Conclusions:
- Additive manufacturing can leverage advanced quasicrystalline alloys for superior material performance.
- The development of these composites addresses the need for lightweight, high-property functional parts.
- Commercialization indicates the practical viability and industrial adoption of these new materials.
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