Materials / Microstructure / Weldability

The projects that fall under this thrust area have an emphasis on materials / microstructure / weldability.

Our Efforts in Materials / Microstructure / Weldability

The goal is to develop a better understanding of the fundamentals associated with failure mechanisms. Create new and revolutionary ways to quantify the materials weldability/printability and seek standardization. Study the interconnected effects of microstructure, thermo-mechanical history and composition on weldability/printability. Explore real-time NDT techniques to monitor joints and printed components. This will allow for better understanding of long term predictability of joints and printed materials.

Thrust Committee Chair: Jeff Rodelas, Sandia, (CSM, PSU Mentor), Ravi Menon (OSU Mentor)

Thrust Committee Co-Chair: Carolin Fink, The Ohio State University & Dr. Elliot Biro, University of Waterloo

Projects:

• Development of Computational Tools for LBW and EBW
• Optimal Composition Window of Type 410 Welding Consumables and Base Metals for Hydro-processing -extension 02-OSU-032019
• Understanding and Controlling Transformations in the HAZ of 3G AHSS
• Welding of Hyper-Duplex Stainless Steels
• Welding of Internally Clad X65 and X70 Pipes for Pre-Salt Subsea Oil Applications (Phase II)

[For Members] In order to access project updates, results, and information, click on the link to OneDrive (here) associated with each project.