Abstract

Magnesium alloys are highly attractive in aerospace and auto industries due to their high strength-to-weight ratio. Additive manufacturing of Mg alloys can further save cost from materials and machining time. This paper investigates the microstructure and dynamic mechanical behavior of WE-43 Mg alloy built through the powder bed fusion process. Samples from four different combinations of processing parameters were built. These builds were studied in both as-built and hot isostatically pressed conditions. The resultant complex microstructures were studied under scanning and transmission electron microscopes while their dynamic mechanical behavior was evaluated using a split-Hopkinson pressure bar testing system. Effects of initial porosity and microstructural evolution during HIP treatment on mechanical response are discussed.

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