High-Performance Copper Alloys Fabricated by Cold Spray Additive Manufacturing

This thesis explores the fabrication of high-performance copper alloys using cold spray additive manufacturing techniques, aiming to enhance material properties and processing efficiency. The objective is to analyze the mechanical and microstructural characteristics of the produced alloys. Methodologically, a series of cold spray experiments were conducted, followed by extensive material characterization including mechanical testing, microstructural analysis, and comparative studies with conventional manufacturing methods. Results indicate that the cold spray process significantly influences the microstructure of copper alloys, leading to improved properties such as strength and ductility. Notably, the findings demonstrate that optimized parameters during the cold spray application can yield alloys with superior performance metrics, thus expanding the potential applications of copper alloys in various high-demand sectors. The insights from this work contribute valuable knowledge to the field of materials engineering and additive manufacturing practices.