Author:Davoren, B; Sacks, N; Theron, MarithaDate:Jun 2021To assess if a WC-9.2wt%Monel 400 alloy properties could be improved using LENS, one alloy was deposited onto a heated substrate and a second alloy was subjected to laser remelting of the final deposited layer. Microstructural characterization ...Read more
Author:Mabhali, Luyolo AB; Sacks, N; Pityana, Sisa LDate:Jun 2012Laser surface alloying of aluminium AA1200 was performed with a 4 kW Nd:YAG laser to improve the abrasion wear resistance. Aluminium surfaces reinforced with metal matrix composites and intermetallic phases were achieved. The phases present ...Read more