| Abstract Scope |
The process used to determine the optimum forging conditions for a novel FeNiZr nanocrystalline alloy will be presented. As this alloy is produced by ball milling, it must be consolidated into a final part. Within the modern world of manufacturing, more and more metals are being produced as powders requiring various methods of consolidation or post processing. Within this context of modern consolidation processes, such as additive manufacturing, the continued relevance of forging as a manufacturing process will be discussed.
The blade produced during this work is styled after the OKC-3S, M9, and LHR combat knives used by the US Army. The blade material is an oxide dispersion strengthened (ODS) alloy of FeNiZr produced by ball milling. After ball milling the powder was extruded to form a billet, then forged to fully consolidate and shape. |