Relativity Space has filed a patent for an aluminum-magnesium-scandium alloy that can be additive manufactured on an industrial scale. The alloy, which can be post-treated, is designed to have desired properties for aerospace applications. The composition of the alloy includes specific weight percentages of Sc, Zr, Mg, Mn, Ti, Si, Fe, Cu, and Zn, with the balance being Al. The composition also includes primary particles or domains of Al3(Sc, Zr) with dimensions of 20 µm or less. GlobalData’s report on Relativity Space gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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Additive manufacturing of aluminum-magnesium-scandium alloy for aerospace applications
A recently filed patent (Publication Number: US20230313345A1) describes an aluminum-magnesium-scandium alloy with specific composition and properties. The alloy consists of various elements within specific weight percentages, including Scandium (Sc), Zirconium (Zr), Magnesium (Mg), Manganese (Mn), Titanium (Ti), and trace amounts of other elements. The composition also includes primary particles or domains of Al3(Sc, Zr) with dimensions of 20 µm or less.
The patent claims also mention the inclusion of additional elements within specific weight percentages, such as Chromium (Cr), Cadmium (Cd), Mercury (Hg), Silver (Ag), Boron (B), Lithium (Li), and Beryllium (Be). The alloy may also contain Silicon (Si), Iron (Fe), Copper (Cu), and Zinc (Zn) in limited amounts. The ratio of Zirconium to Scandium, Copper to Chromium, and the combination of Zirconium and Titanium to Scandium are also specified.
The patent further describes the use of this alloy in the production of wires. The wire composition follows the same specifications as the alloy, including the presence of primary particles or domains of Al3(Sc, Zr) with dimensions of 20 µm or less. The wire may have an average diameter of 2 mm or less and can be spooled with specific casting and helix characteristics. Articles formed from the wire may have a minimum thickness of 0.05 inch, with certain portions having a height at least 1000 times greater than the thickness.
Overall, this patent presents a specific aluminum-magnesium-scandium alloy composition and its application in wire production. The alloy's unique composition and the inclusion of primary particles or domains contribute to its potential for various industrial applications. The patent's claims provide detailed specifications for the alloy's composition and properties, ensuring its reproducibility and potential commercialization.
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