Dr. Nicolas Macallister, a researcher at SINTEF, recently presented a scientific paper exploring the use of multi-laser formations to achieve equiaxed grain structures in Ti-6Al-4V. His work highlights how strategic laser configurations during additive manufacturing can influence solidification dynamics, promoting more uniform and isotropic grain structures. This approach has the potential to significantly enhance the mechanical properties and reliability of titanium components, particularly in aerospace and biomedical applications. The presentation sparked interest in how laser-based process control can be further optimized to tailor microstructures in advanced materials.
