Direct laser powder bed fusion of duplex-austenitic stainless steel bimetallic structures: Microstructural evolution and robust interfacial bonding

Key Points

• Enhanced interfacial bonding was achieved, showing significant structural integrity during assessment.
• The study reports microstructural evolution of bimetallic structures developed via laser powder bed fusion over specified timeframes.
• Assessment utilized advanced laser powder bed fusion techniques which improve the fabrication of complex materials.
• These findings highlight potential applications in engineering, but further exploration into durability is recommended.