Abstract
The laser-engineered net-shaping (LENSTM) process was employed for directed energy deposition (DED) of Ti-35Nb-7Zr-5Ta (wt.%) or TNZT, a low modulus metastable β-Ti alloy for biomedical applications. The laser power was varied in the range of 400–600 W, while keeping all other parameters constant. A change in the overall grain morphology was noted in the sample with an increase in the laser power. The higher laser power samples showed more columnar grains compared to the equiaxed grains observed in the 400-W condition. The DED-processed TNZT alloys exhibited a combination of high tensile yield strength (~ 500 MPa) and ductility (~ 25%). Moreover, the alloys also exhibited excellent corrosion resistance in Ringer’s solution. Overall, the results indicate that the LENS-deposited TNZT alloy could be a promising candidate for biomedical applications.
Talk to us
Join us for a 30 min session where you can share your feedback and ask us any queries you have
Schedule a callDisclaimer: All third-party content on this website/platform is and will remain the property of their respective owners and is provided on "as is" basis without any warranties, express or implied. Use of third-party content does not indicate any affiliation, sponsorship with or endorsement by them. Any references to third-party content is to identify the corresponding services and shall be considered fair use under The CopyrightLaw.
