Mechanisms by Which Microstructural Heterogeneity Regulates Machinability and Surface Integrity in Additively Manufactured Inconel 718 Superalloy

2026-11-04

This study investigates the mechanisms by which microstructural heterogeneity regulates machinability and surface integrity in additively manufactured Inconel 718 superalloy.

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增材制造Inconel 718高温合金的微观结构异质性对切削加工性与表面完整性的调控机制

研究增材制造Inconel 718高温合金微观结构异质性对切削加工性与表面完整性的调控机制。

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