About this Abstract |
| Meeting |
2026 TMS Annual Meeting & Exhibition
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| Symposium
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Thermodynamics and Kinetics of Alloys IV
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| Presentation Title |
Which Calphad Database Should We Use? Strategic Selection for Materials Design in Additive Manufacturing |
| Author(s) |
Wei Xiong |
| On-Site Speaker (Planned) |
Wei Xiong |
| Abstract Scope |
Understanding thermodynamics is essential for controlling microstructure evolution in metallurgical processes, particularly in additive manufacturing (AM) of metallic alloys. AM enables the fabrication of complex components, enhancing design efficiency and multifunctionality. Calphad-based Integrated Computational Materials Engineering (ICME) methods are widely used to support composition design and process optimization. In this talk, we introduce a protocol to evaluate the fidelity of Calphad thermodynamic databases for AM applications. We illustrate this approach with a case study on functionally graded materials, focusing on the interface between a Cu-alloy (C18150) and a superalloy (Inconel 625). This example demonstrates the importance of rigorously evaluating multiple thermodynamic databases for reliable predictions. We further demonstrate how database quality affects the prediction of cracking susceptibility coefficients, which are critical for guiding interlayer composition design. Our findings highlight the importance of meticulous database assessment prior to design, aiming to improve the reliability and effectiveness of AM alloy development. |
| Proceedings Inclusion? |
Planned: |
| Keywords |
Additive Manufacturing, ICME, Computational Materials Science & Engineering |