Nickel-Based Alloy for High-Temperature Applications and Method

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This patent presents a new nickel-based alloy specifically designed for high-temperature applications, such as gas turbines. The alloy composition and manufacturing process have been optimized to allow the production of crack-free components, particularly using additive manufacturing methods like selective laser or electron beam melting. Special attention is given to the quantities of elements like silicon, boron, zirconium, and hafnium to minimize the risk of cracking during fabrication and use.

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• Manufacturing of crack-free components for gas turbines and jet engines
• Production of high-strength, heat-resistant parts via additive manufacturing in the aerospace industry
• Creation of turbine blades and other hot-section parts in energy generation equipment
• Fabrication of wear- and heat-resistant parts in automotive and industrial machinery
• Advanced repair or replacement of high-temperature components using powder bed fusion or laser-based techniques

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• Allows the additive manufacturing of components without cracking, improving product integrity
• Extends the lifespan of high-temperature machinery due to improved material performance
• Supports efficiency improvements in gas turbines and other power equipment
• Enables the use of advanced, more complex component designs possible only with additive manufacturing
• Reduces material waste and enables customization when producing intricate or specialized parts
• Improves reliability of critical components used under extreme thermal and mechanical stress

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Patent Abstract

A selective choice of alloy elements permits the provision of an alloy which can be used to produce components devoid of cracking.