Laser Additive Manufacturing of Alloys
A special issue of Metals (ISSN 2075-4701). This special issue belongs to the section "Additive Manufacturing".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: closed (10 March 2025) | Viewed by 1572
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Interests: additive manufacturing; convergent manufacturing; PSPP linkages; AI and machine learning
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Dear Colleagues,
IntroductionLaser Additive Manufacturing (LAM) of alloys represents a transformative advancement in the field of manufacturing. This innovative technology offers unparalleled precision in material deposition, enabling the creation of complex geometries and customized alloy properties. The significance of LAM lies in its potential to revolutionize industries by enhancing the performance and capabilities of manufactured components. By providing fine control over microstructure and properties, LAM is poised to address critical challenges in aerospace, automotive, biomedical, and other high-performance sectors.
Aim of this Special IssueThis Special Issue aims to consolidate cutting-edge research and developments in the Laser Additive Manufacturing of alloys, aligning with the journal's scope of advancing knowledge in materials science and manufacturing engineering. This Special Issue seeks to explore the intersection of materials’ development, process optimization, microstructural characterization, and mechanical performance within the context of LAM. By focusing on these key areas, this Special Issue will highlight the latest innovations, practical applications, and future directions in LAM, contributing to the broader field of advanced manufacturing technologies.
Suggested Themes and Article TypesIn this Special Issue, we welcome original research articles and comprehensive reviews that delve into various aspects of the Laser Additive Manufacturing of alloys. Submissions are welcomed to focus on, but are not limited to, the following areas:
- LAM Technologies: Studies on laser powder bed fusion (LPBF), laser direct energy deposition (DED), and other related techniques.
- Alloy Development: Research on the design and optimization of novel alloy compositions for LAM, including high-entropy alloys, titanium alloys, aluminum alloys, and nickel-based superalloys.
- Process Optimization and Control: Innovations in process monitoring, real-time feedback systems, in situ diagnostics, and machine learning applications for improving LAM processes.
- Microstructural Characterization: Detailed analyses of microstructural evolution, phase transformations, and defect formation using advanced characterization techniques.
- Mechanical Properties and Performance: Investigations into the tensile, fatigue, creep, and other mechanical properties of LAM-fabricated components, and strategies for enhancing their robustness.
- Applications and Case Studies: Demonstrations of LAM in practical applications across various industries, showcasing benefits and addressing challenges.
- Challenges and Future Directions: Discussions on current limitations of LAM, such as residual stresses and scalability, and proposed research directions to overcome these challenges.
We look forward to receiving your contributions, which will advance our understanding and application of the Laser Additive Manufacturing of alloys, pushing the boundaries of what is possible in manufacturing science.
Dr. Elham Mirkoohi
Prof. Dr. Barton C. Prorok
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- laser additive manufacturing (LAM)
- alloy development
- process optimization
- microstructural characterization
- mechanical properties
- advanced manufacturing technologies
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