Sinter-Based Fabrication Of Ti-6Al-4V Parts By Hybrid Gel Casting Process Under Terrestrial And Reduced Gravity

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Contributors

  • Sebastian Riecker - , Fraunhofer Institute for Manufacturing Technology and Advanced Materials (Author)
  • Ulf Sénéchal - , Fraunhofer Institute for Manufacturing Technology and Advanced Materials (Author)
  • Robert Dittrich - , Fraunhofer Institute for Manufacturing Technology and Advanced Materials (Author)
  • Thomas Studnitzky - , Fraunhofer Institute for Manufacturing Technology and Advanced Materials (Author)
  • Olaf Andersen - , Fraunhofer Institute for Manufacturing Technology and Advanced Materials (Author)
  • Thomas Weißgärber - , Chair of Powder Metallurgy, Fraunhofer Institute for Manufacturing Technology and Advanced Materials, TUD Dresden University of Technology (Author)

Abstract

Manufacturing light-metal components on demand and on site is a major challenge in space. So far, some AM technologies have been considered, but working with loose metal powder or large amounts of solvents are undesirable attributes of some processes. The hybrid approach of gel casting into recyclable polymer molds fabricated using FFF presents a possible alternative for use under terrestrial and reduced gravity conditions, with low equipment requirements and no loose powder. We have investigated the production of Ti-6Al-4V components and developed a metal powder suspension for this purpose. We present sintering results with 0.1 % porosity and impurity values according to the specification, as well as demo parts that we were able to manufacture with this process chain. Filling of the molds under different gravitational conditions is a specific challenge and can be predicted with a numerical simulation to analyze the flow characteristics and check for air entrapment.

Details

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationWorld PM 2022 Congress Proceedings
PublisherEuropean Powder Metallurgy Association (EPMA)
ISBN (electronic)9781899072552
Publication statusPublished - 2022
Peer-reviewedYes

Publication series

SeriesWorld PM Congress Proceedings

Conference

TitleWorld PM2022 Congress & Exhibition
Abbreviated titleWorld PM2022
Duration9 - 13 October 2022
Website
LocationLyon Convention Centre
CityLyon
CountryFrance

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