Improvement of the 3D Metal Jet part quality through print mode development supported by HR-XCT characterization of the printed parts (METALJET)

METALJET aims to understand the relationship between the 3D printing parameters, the microstructure, and the properties of steel components fabricated by the binder jetting 3D Metal Jet technology developed newly by HP. The project will focus mostly on the 316L stainless steel although, time permitting, partial characterization of other steels, such as 17-4PH, and 4605, is also contemplated. It is expected that METALJET will yield the window of optimum processability of components with excellent mechanical behavior and high reliability. As such, it would constitute a major step forward in the development of the Metal Jet 3D printing technology.

PIs IMDEA: Dr. M. Teresa Pérez-Prado and Dr. F. Sket
Funding: 90.000 €
Duration: 2020-2022