Laser-Based Additive Manufacturing - Modeling, Simulation and Experiments

Laser-Based Additive Manufacturing: Modeling,Simulation,and Experiments provides a comprehensive framework for understanding materials processing using laser-based additive manufacturing (LAM). It combines computational modeling and simulation with experimental and practical observations to improve the compositional, phase, and microstructural evolution of materials and enhance their mechanical, chemical, and functional properties. The book covers multi-scale modeling, residual stresses, three-dimensional defects, surface physical texture, additive manufacturing, computation materials science, and laser-material interaction. It is ideal for materials scientists, mechanical engineers, and physicists interested in this cutting-edge technology.

Format: Hardback
Length: 304 pages
Publication date: 31 August 2022
Publisher: Wiley-VCH Verlag GmbH

Laser-Based Additive Manufacturing: Modeling, Simulation, and Experiments is a comprehensive guide that delves into the realm of laser-based additive manufacturing (LAM). Authored by a distinguished team of researchers, this book offers a comprehensive framework for understanding materials processing through LAM. It explores the use of computational modeling and simulation to enhance the compositional, phase, and microstructural evolution of materials, as well as to improve the mechanical, chemical, and functional properties of manufactured components.

The book provides a thorough overview of multi-scale modeling and simulation, combining theoretical concepts with practical observations. It discusses the real-world applications of LAM, including component processing and surface functionalization. Additionally, the book covers various aspects of LAM, such as residual stresses, three-dimensional defects, and surface physical texture.

Furthermore, it offers a comprehensive introduction to additive manufacturing (AM), highlighting its advantages over conventional manufacturing and the challenges associated with using the technology. It also provides a comprehensive exploration of computation materials science, covering length- and time-scales in materials modeling and the current state of computational modeling in LAM.

Practical discussions of laser-material interaction in LAM are included, covering topics such as light energy conversion to heat, modes of heat dissipation, and the dynamics of the melt-pool. In-depth examinations of the microstructural and mechanical aspects of LAM are integrated with modeling, providing a comprehensive understanding of the process.

This book is an invaluable resource for materials scientists, engineers, and researchers interested in advancing their knowledge of LAM. Its comprehensive coverage of modeling, simulation, and experimental techniques makes it an essential tool for those seeking to explore the potential of this innovative manufacturing technology.

Weight: 728g
Dimension: 254 x 176 x 21 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783527347919