This self-guided digital short course uses helpful visuals, narrated animations, and interactive quizzes to teach powder characterization for metal additive manufacturing. Smooth, continuous flow of powder is important for success in both powder bed and directed energy deposition processes. This course explains powder flowability concepts that help optimize powder selection, select appropriate flow tests, and enhance the overall performance of metal additive manufacturing processes. Various flow tests are discussed, including the Hall/Carney flow test, bulk/tap density, rheometer, and the revolving or rotating drum technique. This course also describes the basic principles and applications of micro-X-ray computed tomography (μXCT) in studying powder porosity characteristics nondestructively.
Who Should Enroll:
This digital short course is suitable for those involved in the field of metal additive manufacturing, specifically for those interested in understanding and optimizing the powder characteristics used in the process.
- Materials Scientists/Engineers: Professionals working in the field of materials science and engineering, particularly those involved in the development and characterization of metal powders for additive manufacturing
- Additive Manufacturing Engineers/Technicians: Individuals responsible for operating and maintaining additive manufacturing equipment
- Quality Control/Assurance Professionals: Professionals involved in quality control and assurance processes within the metal additive manufacturing industry
- Manufacturing Managers/Supervisors: Managers and supervisors overseeing metal additive manufacturing operations
Course Learning Objectives:
After completing this course, you will be able to:
- Explain the role of powder flowability in achieving quality in additive manufacturing.
- Describe the different powder flow tests that occur in powder-bed AM machines.
- Detail the basic principles and applications of micro-X-ray computer tomography (μXCT) in studying powder porosity characteristics nondestructively.
Continuing Education Units: PDH 2.0/CEU 0.2