In a recent study conceptualized and performed by Dipl.-Ing. Philip Aster – currently working towards his PhD thesis – we explored how adding copper (Cu) to aluminum alloys can improve their strength and flexibility. Aluminum alloys are widely used because they are strong yet lightweight, but balancing these properties can be challenging. By focusing on … Continue reading Making stronger aluminium alloys by optimising chemistry
We are happy to share the publication of our latest paper titled “Comparative analysis of experimental techniques for microstructural characterization of novel nanostructured aluminium alloys” on Materials Characterization. In this study, we delve into the intricacies of using various experimental techniques to analyze the microstructures of an ultrafine-grained AlMgZnCuAg crossover alloy under themal loading. Through … Continue reading Microstructural Characterization of Nanostructured Aluminium Crossover Alloys under Thermal Loading
We are re currently exploring nanocrystalline aluminum alloys to understand how they perform in extreme conditions such as energetic particle irradiation and high temperatures. Aluminum alloys are ideal for challenging environments, given their versatility, lightweight nature, and favorable properties. In a recent preprint led by Patrick Willenshofer, we discovered and reported for the first time … Continue reading Consolidating nanocrystalline aluminium crossover alloys for extreme environments
We have submitted our candidacy to the European Space Agency to integrate the Facility Definition Team (FDT) of Materials Science. We aim at bringing to ESA our expertise in investigating metallurgy for space applications. Our focus is to design new lightweight metallic materials that are capable to resist the harsh environmental conditions often found in … Continue reading Our candidacy to the ESA’s Facility Definition Team on Materials Science
The use of sol-gel coatings to increase the corrosion resistance of commercial aerospace aluminium alloys is the topic of our most-recent paper at Corrosion Science. In combination with anodization treatment and the use of Ce nanoparticles to fill-in the pores of the anodic layer, we have observed that a post-treatment with sol-gel coatings further increases … Continue reading Maximizing corrosion resistance of aerospace aluminium with self-healing coatings
In a new pre-print available at SSRN Electronic Journal, Samberger et al. introduce a new concept for fine-grained aluminium alloys. The authors shows a process of synthesis that resulted in a fine-grained aluminium crossover alloys intended to be applied in high-temperature forming processes. The use of EBSD unravels the active role of T-phase precipitates on … Continue reading Advancing the field of fine-grained aluminium alloys
We continue in our saga aiming at finding better radiation-resistant materials for applications in the extreme environment of the solar system. I am delighted to introduce you our new paper that was led by Patrick Willenshofer (another genius from Montanuniversitaet Leoben). In this paper, we introduce a revolutionary nanocrystalline crossover aluminium alloy that scored the … Continue reading Nanocrystalline lightweight alloys for space exploration
A great and highly innovative work by Dr. Philip Dumitraschkewitz demonstrates the use of MEMS-based technology for controlling/manipulating microstructures of eutectic alloys at the nanoscale. Available now at Acta Materialia!
With a great pleasure and happiness, I would like to congratulate Professor Stefan Pogatscher for achieving great success in its first place in the 2022 Houskapreiss All Starts! Professor Pogatscher led a team of rising stars (Dr. Stemper and Dr. Schmid) into the development of a new class of aluminium alloys with potential to revolutionize … Continue reading Houskapreis 2022 All Starts: First place to Professor Pogatscher!
Sharing my new seminar slides with the community on the challenges to design and evaluate new materials for extraterrestrial applications! This research has been only possible via an international collaboration with the brilliant metallurgy minds present at the Montanuniversität Leoben! Super interesting new works coming very very soon! Available at the ResearchGate! (LA-UR-22-23107) https://www.researchgate.net/publication/359771021_The_solar_system_as_a_new_frontier_for_materials_at_extremes
Materials at Extremes 