Atomization and Spray Forming Of Cu And Cu-6sn

Atomization provides many advantages in processing such as rapid solidification and near net shaping. Two atomization techniques will be compared and contrasted in this presentation: Single fluid atomization techniques such as Impulse Atomization (IA) and gas atomization. The characteristics of both processing approaches will be presented. Results in powder structure, size and size distribution as well as microstructure will be discussed. A comparison of spray formed ingots carried out using both techniques will also be presented.