AMALLOY-HT alloy has demonstrated outstanding performance and broad potential for 3D printing

The thermal stability of the developed alloy is superior to its previous version, AMALLOY, under high temperatures of up to 300 degrees Celsius.

The innovative alloy will revolutionize the 3D printing system in the region

Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates: - The Technology Innovation Institute, the world's leading scientific research center and the applied research arm of the Advanced Technology Research Council in Abu Dhabi, announced the new version "AMALLOY-HT" within its collection of advanced materials used in 3D printing, and the new aluminum alloy powder forms The first basic material used to design metals using 3D printing technology in the Middle East, with the aim of using it in systems for dissolving and combining powders using lasers.

Thanks to the tireless efforts of the Advanced Materials Research Center team at the Technological Innovation Institute, AMALLOY-HT alloys have successfully addressed several of the major challenges facing the 3D printing sector regarding the use of metals and the utilization of laser powder melting and fusion technology. This technology employs a high-energy source to melt the raw material and shape it as needed, which has found many promising uses within the sector. However, some challenges remain due to the intense nature of the laser-material interaction process, which causes cracks and manufacturing defects in many materials, especially high-strength ones.

The research and development efforts of the Technology Innovation Institute have resulted in expanding its collection of high-strength metals that can be used for 3D printing. It is worth noting that the first version, “AMALLOY”, represented the first low-cost, high-strength aluminum alloy designed entirely by a team of researchers in the United Arab Emirates, providing the strength Large and at the same time low level of cracking susceptibility factor under heat.

Shortly after the announcement of the launch of AMALLOY alloy, the new version of this category 'AMALLOY-HT' was announced, which demonstrated stability and efficiency in extremely hot environments of up to 300 degrees Celsius. It is worth noting that this temperature is the maximum for dealing with aluminum alloys, as Aluminum metal decomposes when exposed to higher temperatures.

Moreover, the metal's flexibility and high temperature resistance will unleash many uses in various sectors such as the automotive industry, aviation, aerospace engineering, space exploration, oil and gas, and energy. The new version can also be used in the manufacture of pistons in racing car engines and satellites.

Speaking about this great achievement, Dr. said: Nesma Abu Al-Khair, Director of the 3D Printing Manufacturing Department at the Technological Innovation Institute: “Despite the great global interest in this field and the new materials being created in many laboratories in the United States, Europe and Australia in the field of 3D printing, this is the first time that... "The United Arab Emirates joins the ranks of countries with sovereign capabilities in this promising field. We are currently seeking to develop our expertise and expand our efforts to produce metal powders and design innovative materials, which will enable us to manufacture alloys and supply them to local and global markets."

The AMALLOY series and its new heat-resistant version are expected to contribute to enhancing opportunities for international cooperation between researchers, manufacturers and sector leaders, enabling them to harness the enormous potential of these advanced materials in various fields. It should be noted that the Technology Innovation Institute has registered this innovation and its new version “AMALLOY-HT” as two patents with the US Patent and Trademark Office, and plans to use the same working methodology to develop innovative alloys for other metal classes.

For his part, Dr. said: Federico Bosio, Principal Researcher of 3D Printing Materials at the Technological Innovation Institute: “Based on our unwavering commitment at the Technological Innovation Institute to innovation and development, we will continue to develop, improve and test AMALLOY-HT alloys more comprehensively. We aim to advance the commercialization of high-strength aluminum alloys.” "It is specifically designed for uses under high temperatures. At the same time, this material provides many new opportunities and solutions for sectors around the world, and will also consolidate the position of Abu Dhabi and the United Arab Emirates as a center for research and development."

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The Technological Innovation Institute, the applied research arm of the Advanced Technology Research Council, is a leading global research and development center focusing on applied research and cutting-edge technological capabilities. The institute includes 10 research centers specialized in the fields of advanced materials, autonomous robotics, cryptography, artificial intelligence and digital sciences, directed energy, quantum science, secure systems, propulsion and space systems, biotechnology, and renewable and sustainable energy. Through its work with an elite group of the brightest minds, exceptional talents, prestigious universities, advanced research centers, and global partners, the Institute has become an advanced intellectual community and a scientific beacon in the Middle East that participates in the growth and advancement of the research and development system to enhance the position of Abu Dhabi and the United Arab Emirates as a global center for innovation.

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