Numerical modelling and influence of silicon addition on the surface analyses of laser deposited coatings on Ti-6Al-4V alloy

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Abstract

Laser cladding is a material processing method which utilizes the high-power density available from defocused laser beam to melt both metal coatings and a part of the underlying substrate. A theoretical method based on a numerical simulation using experimental results is anticipated as a contribution to the study of laser metal deposition (LMD). The aim of this research is to simulate the temperature distribution at various points during the laser cladding process of Ti-6Al-4V alloy. A 3D model was developed using COMSOL Multiphysics to solve the governing equations of the occurring fluid flows and heat transfers. The model is based on the experimental work of laser deposited Al-Si-Sn coatings on Ti-6Al-4V alloy. The model was developed to obtain insights on the behaviour of laser melted pools subjected to various process parameters. Simulation with 3D model with different values of various significant processing parameters such as laser power, scanning speed and powder feed rate influences the geometry and dynamics of the melt pool, and cooling rates. The melt pool flow, thermal and solidification characteristics had profound effects on the microstructure of the coatings.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationMaterials Science and Technology 2018, MS and T 2018
PublisherAssociation for Iron and Steel Technology, AISTECH
Pages240-250
Number of pages11
ISBN (Electronic)0873397681, 9780873397681
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2019
EventMaterials Science and Technology 2018, MS and T 2018 - Columbus, United States
Duration: 14 Oct 201818 Oct 2018

Publication series

NameMaterials Science and Technology 2018, MS and T 2018

Conference

ConferenceMaterials Science and Technology 2018, MS and T 2018
Country/TerritoryUnited States
CityColumbus
Period14/10/1818/10/18

Keywords

  • Al-Si-Sn coatings
  • COMSOL multiphysics
  • Laser metal deposition
  • Temperature distribution
  • Ti-6Al-4V alloy

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Energy Engineering and Power Technology
  • Mechanics of Materials
  • Materials Science (miscellaneous)

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