Laser powder bed fusion additive manufacturing of NiTi shape memory alloys: a review
Shuaishuai Wei, Jinliang Zhang, Lei Zhang, Yuanjie Zhang, Bo Song, Xiaobo Wang, Junxiang Fan, Qi Liu, Yusheng Shi
Abstract
Highlights The printability, microstructural characteristics, phase transformation behaviors, and mechanical properties of LPBF-fabricated NiTi alloys are reviewed. Several common structures for LPBF-fabricated NiTi alloys are considered and their various fields of application are illustrated. The technical challenges, limitations, and development tendencies of LPBF-fabricated NiTi alloys are put forward.
Topics & Concepts
Nickel titaniumShape-memory alloyMaterials scienceFusionTransformation (genetics)MetallurgyLaserPhase (matter)OpticsChemistryBiochemistryOrganic chemistryLinguisticsPhysicsGenePhilosophyShape Memory Alloy TransformationsHigh Entropy Alloys StudiesAdditive Manufacturing Materials and Processes