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Shyamprasad Karagadde1, Chu Lun Alex Leung2,3, Peter D Lee2,3
1Department of Mechanical Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology Bombay, Mumbai 400076, India.
Materials (Basel, Switzerland)
|June 2, 2021
Summary
This review covers in situ and operando (ISO) X-ray imaging advancements for solidification processes. It highlights challenges, contributions to understanding microstructural evolution, defects, and semi-solid deformation, plus additive manufacturing breakthroughs.
Area of Science:
- Materials Science
- Metallurgy
- Advanced Imaging Techniques
Background:
- Solidification processes are critical in materials science and engineering.
- Understanding microstructural evolution and defects during solidification is essential for material properties.
- In situ and operando (ISO) X-ray imaging offers powerful non-destructive tools for studying dynamic processes.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide a comprehensive overview of recent developments in ISO X-ray imaging of solidification.
- To identify and discuss key challenges in applying ISO X-ray imaging to solidification studies.
- To highlight significant contributions to understanding solidification mechanisms and material behavior.
Main Methods:
- Review of existing literature on in situ and operando X-ray imaging techniques.
- Analysis of studies focusing on microstructural evolution, defect formation, and semi-solid deformation.
- Inclusion of process modifications like electromagnetic and ultrasound melt treatments.
Main Results:
- Significant advancements in understanding solidification mechanisms through ISO X-ray imaging.
- Identification of critical challenges in experimental setup and data interpretation for ISO studies.
- Demonstration of ISO imaging's utility in studying metallic alloy systems and additive manufacturing.
Conclusions:
- ISO X-ray imaging is a transformative technique for studying solidification processes.
- Overcoming current challenges will further enhance the application of ISO imaging in materials science.
- This review provides a foundation for future research in solidification and additive manufacturing.
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