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AISI H13 tool steel - comparison between powder bed fused and classically produced parts
Samo Tome, Irena Paulin, Matjaž Godec, 2024, published scientific conference contribution

Abstract: AISI H13 Is very commonly used in the hot-work category of steels. Whether it is used as a forging die, a hotcutting tool, or a mold in injection molding or die casting, it is always on the table, as the material of choice. However, its potential has not yet been fully realized. New manufacturing techniques such as additive manufacturing (AM) broaden the horizon of the material’s application, and promise improved performance, through optimized geometry, unobtainable by traditional means, and heightened mechanical properties. One of the more widespread AM processes is Powder Bed Fusion (PBF) where a laser or electron beam constructs the model, by meting a thin coating of metal powder applied to a base plate. By repeatedly applying and melting powder, the end result is a layer-by-layer produced part. However, the techniques for producing such parts are not yet refined enough and require further research. Problems like porosities, part deflection, and crack formation due to residual stress are commonplace, while comparably low mechanical properties in the asprocessed state call for post-production treatments. Naturally, every technique has its boons and drawbacks, and that is what this work aims to analyze - How do the PBF parts compare to classically produced ones, and what are the difficulties in producing the later-mentioned parts.
Keywords: powder bed fusion, tool steel, additive manufacturing, mechanical properties
Published in DiRROS: 16.01.2025; Views: 110; Downloads: 52
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Investigating the synergistic impact of freeze-thaw cycles and deicing salts on the properties of cementitious composites incorporating natural fibers and fly ash
Ildikó Merta, Vesna Zalar Serjun, Alenka Mauko Pranjić, Aljoša Šajna, Mateja Štefančič, Bojan Poletanovic, Farshad Ameri, Ana Mladenović, 2025, original scientific article

Abstract: In cold climates, concrete structures confront durability challenges due to harsh conditions. This study evaluates the effects of incorporating natural fibers, such as hemp and flax fibers (at 1 vol%), and partially replacing cement with fly ash (at 25 and 50 wt%) on the properties of cementitious composites subjected to accelerated aging under freeze-thaw cycles and deicing salts. Findings reveal that natural fibers enhance the freeze-thaw resistance, reducing deterioration (scaling) to 5-8% after 56 cycles. When mortars were subjected to accelerated freeze-thaw cycles, the compressive strength of plain mortar significantly decreased (up to 57%). However, adding natural fibers to the matrix substantially reduced its compressive strength loss. In the case of flexural strength, plain mortars experienced 33% loss, while hemp, flax, and polypropylene fiber mortars showed only 13%, 23%, and 10% losses, respectively. Furthermore, mortars experience a notable enhancement in their energy absorption capacity when reinforced with natural fibers, particularly with hemp fibers (up to 348% higher than plain mortar). Under harsh conditions, hemp and flax-reinforced mortars, with 25wt% fly ash replacement, lose the compressive strength significantly however still demonstrate an alternative to synthetic fibers in terms of flexural strength. Even with 25wt% of fly ash, mortars with natural fiber reinforcement display significantly superior energy absorption capacities compared to plain mortars (up to 48%).
Keywords: cementitious composites, natural fibers, freeze-thaw cycles, mechanical properties, mass loss, fly ash
Published in DiRROS: 23.12.2024; Views: 213; Downloads: 63
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Laser powder bed fusion parameters optimization for enhanced mechanical properties of EOS Co-Cr dental alloy
Dalibor Viderščak, Zdravko Schauperl, Biserka Runje, Sanja Šolić, Amir Ćatić, Matjaž Godec, Irena Paulin, Črtomir Donik, 2024, original scientific article

Abstract: This research explores how variations in laser powder bed fusion (LPBF) parameters—laser power (P), scanning speed (v), and base plate preheating temperature (ϑp)—affect the mechanical properties of the EOS Co-Cr SP2 dental alloy. A central composite design (CCD) was used to optimize the process parameters. Mechanical testing focused on crucial properties for dental applications, including yield strength (Rp0.2), elongation (ε), toughness (KVa), and flexural strength (Rms). Microstructural analysis was conducted using light and electron microscopy, while XRD identified microstructural phases. Statistical analysis (ANOVA, Scheffé post hoc test, α = 0.05) revealed significant effects of P, v, and ϑp on the mechanical properties. Response surface models (RSMs) were developed, and optimal parameters were determined to achieve maximum toughness and flexural strength. Maximum values were obtained with laser power above 205Wand base plate preheating at 310 ◦C. The mathematical model predicted toughness values with less than 5% deviation from experimental results, indicating high accuracy.
Keywords: LPBF, production parameters, Co-Cr dental alloy, CCD, mechanical properties, ANOVA
Published in DiRROS: 18.10.2024; Views: 268; Downloads: 8204
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Effect of Ti and S content on the properties and machinability of low-carbon ferritic–pearlitic steel
Boštjan Arh, Franc Tehovnik, Franci Vode, Bojan Podgornik, 2024, original scientific article

Abstract: This research was focused on the effect of Ti and S content on the formation of non-metallic inclusions and their influence on the mechanical properties and machinability of low-carbon ferritic– pearlitic steels. An analysis and classification of the non-metallic inclusions were carried out. The tensile strength and impact toughness were determined from samples taken in the rolling direction. Machinability investigations were carried out on a CNC turning machine and by analyzing the surface roughness. TiO-TiN inclusions are present in steels with an increased Ti content. In these steels, the hardness, tensile strength, and cutting forces increase with a higher proportion of Ti. In the second group of steels with increased contents of S, Al, and Ca, MnS and CaO-Al2O3-MnS non-metallic inclusions are formed. As the S content increases, the tensile strength and cutting forces decrease, while the impact toughness increases. In steels with added Ti, the This research was focused on the effect of Ti and S content on the formation of non-metallic inclusions and their influence on the mechanical properties and machinability of low-carbon ferritic– pearlitic steels. An analysis and classification of the non-metallic inclusions were carried out. The tensile strength and impact toughness were determined from samples taken in the rolling direction. Machinability investigations were carried out on a CNC turning machine and by analyzing the surface roughness. TiO-TiN inclusions are present in steels with an increased Ti content. In these steels, the hardness, tensile strength, and cutting forces increase with a higher proportion of Ti. In the second group of steels with increased contents of S, Al, and Ca, MnS and CaO-Al2O3-MnS non-metallic inclusions are formed. As the S content increases, the tensile strength and cutting forces decrease, while the impact toughness increases. In steels with added Ti, the machining is more difficult, but a finer surface is achieved after turning, while a higher S content results in an increased fraction of softer sulfide inclusions, which reduce the cutting forces but also result in a reduced surface quality. turning, while a higher S content results in an increased fraction of softer sulfide inclusions, which reduce the cutting forces but also result in a reduced surface quality.
Keywords: non-metallic inclusions, mechanical properties, machinability, surface roughness
Published in DiRROS: 03.09.2024; Views: 366; Downloads: 499
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An evaluation of marine sediments in terms of their usability in the brick industry : case study Port of Koper
Patrik Baksa, Franka Cepak, Rebeka Kovačič Lukman, Vilma Ducman, 2018, original scientific article

Abstract: A dredging process is essential for the development of harbours and ports, allowing the functional daily operation of the port. The management of dredged material represents a worldwide challenge, especially considering unwanted deposition of material. Because of their chemical, petrographic, mineralogical and homogeneity composition, marine sediments could represent an appropriate raw material for the brick industry, particularly for the production of clay blocks, roofing and ceramic tiles. In this study dredged material from Port of Koper was tested for such use, thus various analyses were carried out in order to determine if the dredged material is environmentally friendly and suitable for use in the brick industry. These included: chemical analysis, mineralogical analysis, particle size analysis, chloride content analysis and tests of firing in a gradient furnace. Furthermore, tests of mechanical properties, as well as tests of the frost-resistance of the samples were carried out. On the basis of the primary analyses and samples prepared in a laboratory, it was confirmed that marine sediments from the Port of Koper, without any additives are only conditionally suitable as a source material for producing brick products, because without additives they exhibit too much shrinkage on drying and firing, as well as high water absorption, this can be improved by the incorporation of suitable additives, for example, virgin clay or other suitable waste material. The approach described herewith can also be followed to assess sediments from other ports and rivers regarding its potential use in clay brick sector.
Keywords: dredge marine sediment, recycling, clay bricks, mechanical properties, chemical analysis
Published in DiRROS: 14.08.2024; Views: 410; Downloads: 227
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Influence of isothermal annealing in the 600 to 750 °C range on the degradation of SAF 2205 duplex stainless steel
Jaka Burja, Borut Žužek, Barbara Šetina, 2024, original scientific article

Abstract: We studied the effect of isothermal annealing (600–750 °C, 1 to 1000 min) on the microstructure and mechanical properties of SAF 2205 duplex stainless steel. Impact toughness was found to be significantly more affected than hardness by annealing. Annealing at 750 °C for 1000 min resulted in a more than 90% decrease in impact toughness, while hardness only increased by 25%. Tensile strength increased up to 100 MPa, but elongation decreased by more than 50% under the same conditions. Sigma phase formation was minimal at lower temperatures (650 °C and below) but increased significantly at higher temperatures. At 750 °C and 1000 min of annealing, the ferrite content dropped from 50% to 16%. These findings suggest that annealing temperature and time need to be carefully controlled to avoid a reduction in impact toughness and ductility caused by sigma phase precipitation. The harmful effect of sigma phase precipitation on mechanical properties was directly shown.
Keywords: duplex stainless steel, sigma phase, precipitation kinetics, mechanical properties, isothermal annealing
Published in DiRROS: 24.07.2024; Views: 383; Downloads: 309
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Microstructural, corrosion and mechanical properties of a WE43 alloy : conventional extrusion versus SPD
Anna Dobkowska, Aleksandra Zielińska, Irena Paulin, Črtomir Donik, Milena Koralnik, Bogusława Adamczyk-Cieślak, Monika Wieczorek-Czarnocka, Dariusz Kuc, Jiří Kubásek, Tomasz Mikuszewski, Matjaž Godec, Jarosław Mizera, 2024, original scientific article

Abstract: A hexagonal close-packed-structure WE43 alloy was extruded without any preheating of the initial billet using extrusion with an oscillating die to improve the corrosion and mechanical properties. The WE43 alloy was extruded at high ratios of R 1 5:1, R 2 7:1 and R 3 10:1. Electron back-scatter diffraction and transmission electron microscopy were used to determine the microstructural properties of the alloys. The influence of the extrusion method and the extrusion ratios on the corrosion and mechanical properties were investigated. Electrochemical tests were performed, and the corrosion damage was inspected. Tensile tests were made using micro specimens. When compared to conventional extrusion, the microstructural changes obtained with the KoBo method at R 5:1 increased the corrosion resistance, which was not only due to the grain refinement, but also due to the intensity of the texture. A decline in the corrosion resistance of the alloys deformed at higher extrusion ratios was observed. This was a result of the massive plastic strain imposed by the KoBo die. The room-temperature mechanical properties of the KoBo-extruded alloys were improved. However, at higher temperatures the mechanical properties decreased due to the solutioning of tiny triple precipitates.
Keywords: WE43, several plastic deformation, microstructure, corrosion, mechanical properties
Published in DiRROS: 23.07.2024; Views: 414; Downloads: 165
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The effect of heat treatment on the interface of 155 PH martensitic stainless steel and SAF 2507 duplex steel in functionally graded AM components
Martina Koukolíková, Pavel Podaný, Sylwia Rzepa, Michal Brázda, Aleksandra Kocijan, 2023, original scientific article

Abstract: Multi-material components, also known as functionally graded materials (FGMs), are innovative materials that possess unique properties due to their composition and have many potential applications in engineering and science. The effect of the heat treatment (HT) of functionally graded materials 15–5 precipitation-hardened (PH) martensitic steel and SAF 2507 duplex stainless steel (and the opposite order of deposition, i.e. SAF 2507 first followed by 15–5 PH stainless steel) on the interface microstructures was systematically investigated in the presented research. The choice of HT followed the trend of optimum post-processing for the individual alloys. A significant modification in the interface microstructure, characterized in the microstructural transition zone (MTZ) formed above the fusion line. Mechanical properties by miniaturized testing method including hardness measurement characterized both types of interfaces. The sequence of the materials’ application did not have a significant effect on their final mechanical tensile properties in the heat-treated states. Nevertheless, the microstructural change at the MTZ led to drop in the hardness at the interface. The research presents heat-treated FGMs in a horizontal configuration to form a high-quality metallurgical joint between heterogeneous materials manufactured by powder-based directed energy deposition method.
Keywords: heat treatment, additive manufacturing, martensitic stainless steel, duplex steel, microstructure, mechanical properties
Published in DiRROS: 04.04.2024; Views: 672; Downloads: 203
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Characterization and Mechanical Properties of Sintered Clay Minerals
Sara Tominc, Vilma Ducman, Jakob Koenig, Srečo D. Škapin, Matjaž Spreitzer, 2024, published scientific conference contribution

Abstract: The need to reduce energy consumption and the carbon footprint generated by firing ceramics has stimulated research to develop sintering processes carried out at lower temperatures(ideally not above 300 °C) and high pressures (up to 600 MPa), the so-called cold sintering process (CSP) (Grasso et al., 2020, Maria et al., 2017). To evaluate the applicability of CSP to clays, we focused on two representative clay minerals, kaolinite and illite, and on the natural clay material obtained from a Slovenian brick manufacturer. The selected clay materials were characterized on the basis of mineralogical-chemical composition (XRD, XRF) and particle size distribution (SEM analysis, PSD, BET). The powders of clay minerals and natural clay material were first sintered in a heating microscope to determine the sintering conditions and then in a laboratory furnace at 1100 °C for 2 hours and additionally at 1300 °C for kaolinites. The effect of compression of the initial powders on their final properties was also investigated.
Keywords: conventional sintering, cold sintering, clay minerals, characterization, mechanical properties
Published in DiRROS: 29.03.2024; Views: 640; Downloads: 311
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