Industrial Affiliates Program Short Course: Fundamentals of Powder-Based Additive Manufacturing and Metallurgical Characterization for Broad Applications
Metal additive manufacturing (AM) is transforming how we design and produce critical parts in industries like aerospace, medical, automotive, energy, and tooling. By building components layer by layer from metal powders, these cutting-edge techniques allow for greater design freedom, improved performance, reduced waste, and more precise control over material properties and structure.
This two-part course begins with an engaging virtual classroom session that introduces the fundamentals of powder-based metal additive manufacturing, design, and inspection techniques. Designed for both newcomers and experienced professionals, the session explores powder synthesis methods such as atomization and grinding, along with concepts like solidification and microstructure evolution. Participants will also examine advanced microscopy techniques and real-world case studies of printed alloys, including 17-4PH and triplex steels, showcasing the latest innovations and emerging research in the field.
The in-person laboratory session takes place at IMS and focuses on live demonstrations of key metallurgical characterization techniques for analyzing microstructures, defects, and metal performance. Participants will explore essential techniques including mechanical testing, chemical analysis, metallography (grain size and structure), failure analysis (fractography), imaging, hardness testing, X-ray diffraction, and corrosion testing. This session offers a valuable opportunity to bridge classroom learning with real-world practice. Participants will gain insight into how scientists investigate and evaluate metal components across a wide range of metallurgical applications.
Please note: Lab session attendance is limited to 24 participants, divided evenly over two days. Each day will host 12 participants. Register early to ensure your spot.
Virtual Classroom: October 8th (Wednesday), 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM
Led by Dr. Rainer Hebert and Dr. Mark Aindow
In-Person Lab Sessions (Science 1):
- Session 1: October 15th (Wednesday), 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM, Room 1002
- Session 2: October 16th (Thursday), 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM, Room 1002
Led by Dr. Nicholas Eddy and Dr. Seth March
REGISTRATION FEE:
For Members:
- Virtual Classroom: Free
- In person Lab Demo: $150
- Both: $150
For Non-Members:
- Virtual Classroom: $75
- In person Lab Demo: $300
- Both: $350