Diode laser metal deposition: The effect of pulsed beam parameters on superalloy microstructure and deposit morphology

Andrew J. Pinkerton, Richard Moat, Lin Li, Michael Preuss, Philip Withers

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Abstract

This work describes a study of laser direct metal deposition (LDMD), using a diode laser in pulsed (discontinuous beam) mode and a coaxial powder nozzle. An experimental study analyses the effect of pulse parameters on the microstructure of thin-wall Waspaloy (nickel superalloy) parts and a simple model is used to explain some of the trends seen. Findings indicate that varying pulse parameters is potentially a useful way of controlling laser deposited superalloy part properties.
Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationICALEO 2006 - 25th International Congress on Applications of Laser and Electro-Optics, Congress Proceedings|ICALEO - Int. Congr. Appl. Laser Electro-Opt., Congr. Proc.
Publication statusPublished - 2006
EventICALEO 2006 - 25th International Congress on Applications of Laser and Electro-Optics - Scottsdale, AZ
Duration: 1 Jul 2006 → …

Conference

ConferenceICALEO 2006 - 25th International Congress on Applications of Laser and Electro-Optics
CityScottsdale, AZ
Period1/07/06 → …

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