A Short Review on the Wire-Based Directed Energy Deposition of Metals: Mechanical and Microstructural Properties and Quality Enhancement
Wire-based directed energy deposition (WDED) is an emerging additive manufacturing process garnering significant attention due to its potential for fabricating metal components with tailored mechanical and microstructural properties. This study reviews the WDED process, focusing on fabrication techn...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2024-10-01
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| Series: | Applied Sciences |
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| Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2076-3417/14/21/9921 |
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| Summary: | Wire-based directed energy deposition (WDED) is an emerging additive manufacturing process garnering significant attention due to its potential for fabricating metal components with tailored mechanical and microstructural properties. This study reviews the WDED process, focusing on fabrication techniques, mechanical behaviors, microstructural characteristics, and quality enhancement methods. Utilizing data from the Web of Science, the study identifies leading countries in WDED research and highlights a growing interest in the field, particularly in materials engineering. Stainless steel, titanium, aluminum, and copper-based alloys are prominent materials for WDED applications. Furthermore, the study explores post-processing techniques such as machining, heat treatment, and surface finishing as integral steps for quality enhancement in WDED components. |
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| ISSN: | 2076-3417 |