| Abstract Scope |
Physical simulation has emerged as a powerful and versatile approach for the development, optimisation, and validation of metallurgical processes. By reproducing critical thermal, mechanical, and microstructural conditions under controlled laboratory environments, it enables researchers to investigate efficiently complex process phenomena. This presentation provides an overview of recent advances in the physical simulation of metallurgical processes, covering novel applications that range from the joining of dissimilar materials to investment casting and rapid solidification. The presentation illustrates how physical simulation can be used to evaluate material behaviour, identify suitable processing windows, optimise process parameters, and predict the formation of defects or undesirable microstructures. It also demonstrates how this approach can reduce the need for costly industrial-scale trials, improve process understanding, and support the development of innovative materials and manufacturing routes. |