Meltless Ti – A New Light Metals Industry

Andy Woodfield; Eric Ott; Jon Blank; Mike Peretti; David Linger; Larry Duke

doi:10.4028/www.scientific.net/MSF.618-619.135

Paper Titles

Mechanical Properties of Porous Stainless Steel Metal Fibre Media
p.109

Quantitative Analysis of Alpha Morphology Changes of Ti-17 Alloy with a Lamellar Starting Microstructure
p.113

Machining of Light Metals: Challenges for Surface Engineering
p.117

Aero-Engine Titanium from Alloys to Composites
p.127

Meltless Ti – A New Light Metals Industry
p.135

Implementing the Direct Powder Route for Titanium Mill Product: Continuous Production of CP Sheet
p.139

Numerical and Experimental Investigation of the Heat-Affected Zone in a Laser-Assisted Machining of Ti-6Al-4V Alloy Process
p.143

Progress Made by the South African Light Metals Development Network
p.147

Chemistry Control in Electron Beam Deposited Titanium Alloys
p.155

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Meltless Ti – A New Light Metals Industry

Abstract:

Recent advances in synthesis of titanium (Ti) alloy powders by direct reduction methods (meltless Ti) have led to new opportunities to produce Ti alloys with enhanced capabilities. The meltless Ti alloy powders can be consolidated into mill products, or used to manufacture near-net shape (NNS) components. A vision is outlined for creation of a new supply chain producing meltless Ti alloy powders, leading to the production and application of innovative turbine engine components. This paper highlights the benefits of meltless Ti alloys, details current assessment of meltless Ti alloy technology, and outlines some of the challenges to fully establish the new supply chain.