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http://dx.doi.org/10.4150/KPMI.2020.27.6.509

Review on Characterization Method and Recent Research Trend about Metal Powder for Powder Bed Fusion (PBF) Process  

Lee, Bin (Korea Institute for Rare Metals, Korea Institute of Industrial Technology)
Kim, Dae-Kyeom (Korea Institute for Rare Metals, Korea Institute of Industrial Technology)
Kim, Young Il (Korea Institute for Rare Metals, Korea Institute of Industrial Technology)
Kim, Do Hoon (Korea Institute for Rare Metals, Korea Institute of Industrial Technology)
Son, Yong (Intelligent Manufacturing R&D Department, Korea Institute of Industrial Technology)
Park, Kyoung-Tae (Korea Institute for Rare Metals, Korea Institute of Industrial Technology)
Kim, Taek-Soo (Research Institute of Advanced Manufacturing Technology)
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Journal of Powder Materials / v.27, no.6, 2020 , pp. 509-519 More about this Journal
Abstract
A well-established characterization method is required in powder bed fusion (PBF) metal additive manufacturing, where metal powder is used. The characterization methods from the traditional powder metallurgy process are still being used. However, it is necessary to develop advanced methods of property evaluation with the advances in additive manufacturing technology. In this article, the characterization methods of powders for metal PBF are reviewed, and the recent research trends are introduced. Standardization status and specifications for metal powder for the PBF process which published by the ISO, ASTM, and MPIF are also covered. The establishment of powder characterization methods are expected to contribute to the metal powder industry and the advancement of additive manufacturing technology through the creation of related databases.
Keywords
Powder bed fustion; Metal 3D printing; Metal powder characterization; Flowability; Spreadability;
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