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Powder metallurgy Ti-6Al-4V-xB alloys: Processing, microstructure, and properties

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This article describes processing of Ti-6Al-4V-xB alloys via pre-alloyed and blended elemental powder metallurgy techniques. The influence of processing on the microstructural evolution and mechanical properties of the alloys produced by these two routes is summarized, and the thermo-mechanical response and optimization of processing parameters to produce defect-free engineering shapes in these alloys is also discussed. Potential applications and issues involved in the development of these materials for damage-critical components are highlighted.

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Authors and Affiliations

  1. Ohio University, USA

    S. Tamirisakandala (an assistant research professor)

  2. UES, Inc., USA

    R. B. Bhat (a research scientist)

  3. California State Polytechnic Institute, USA

    V. A. Ravi (an associate professor)

  4. the Air Force Research Laboratory, Wright-Patterson Air Force Base

    D. B. Miracle (a senior scientist)

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  1. S. Tamirisakandala
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For more information, contact S. Tamirisakandala, Air Force Research Laboratory, AFRL/MLLMD, Materials and Manufacturing Directorate, Wright-Patterson AFB, OH 45433-7817; (937) 904-4333; fax (937) 255-3007; e-mail sesh.tamirisa@fnnet.wpafbml.org

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Tamirisakandala, S., Bhat, R.B., Ravi, V.A. et al. Powder metallurgy Ti-6Al-4V-xB alloys: Processing, microstructure, and properties. JOM 56, 60–63 (2004). https://doi.org/10.1007/s11837-004-0131-5

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