Effect of deposition path on microstructure and anisotropy of nickel aluminum bronze alloy fabricated by directed energy deposition-arc

Key Points

• Microstructure varies significantly with the deposition path, influencing material properties.
• Key attributes include anisotropy, which affects the mechanical characteristics of the alloy.
• Directed energy deposition methods were utilized to fabricate the nickel aluminum bronze alloy.
• Findings highlight the need to consider deposition paths for manufacturing processes.