Fatigue Performance and Impact Toughness of PBF-LB Manufactured AlSi 10Mg

Abstract:

Additive manufacturing (AM) has transformed the production of complex geometries and customized components.Powder Bed Fusion with Laser Beam (PBF-LB) is a popular AM technique known for its ability to produce parts with excellent mechanical properties. This study focuses on the characterization of AlSi10Mg, an aluminum alloy widely used in aerospace and automotive industries, manufactured through PBF-LB. The influence of printing orientation on the mechanical properties of the material is investigated. Previous research has shown that PBF-LB manufactured AlSi10Mg can exhibit superior mechanical properties compared to traditional material, but the anisotropic nature of parts produced by PBF-LB can significantly affect their properties. Tensile, impact, and fatigue testing are conducted to assess the mechanical behavior of the printed AlSi10Mg specimens under different loading conditions. Microstructural analysis is performed using Field-Emission Scanning Electron Microscopy (FESEM) equipped with Electron Backscatter Diffraction (EBSD) to examine the microstructural features introduced during the PBF-LB process. The results provide insights into the mechanical behavior of AlSi10Mg produced through PBF-LB and contribute to the design and utilization of components manufactured using this AM technique.

• Periodical: Key Engineering Materials (Volume 978)
• Pages: 3-10
• DOI: https://doi.org/10.4028/p-OUr7CC
• Online since: March 2024
• Authors: Timo Rautio*, Matias Jaskari, Mikko Hietala, Aappo Mustakangas, Antti Järvenpää
• Keywords: AlSi10Mg, Fatigue Strength, Impact Toughness, PBF-LB

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