Course Details in 2024/25 Session

Module Title	LM Physical Metallurgy (Titanium and Nickel)
School	Metallurgy and Materials
Department	Metallurgy & Materials
Module Code	04 21929
Module Lead	Yu-Lung Chiu
Level	Masters Level
Credits	10
Semester	Semester 2
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Restrictions	EPSRC sponsored EngD in Engineered Materials for High Performance Applications in Aerospace and Related Technologies (Optional)
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Description	This module looks at the applications of nickel and titanium alloys in aero-engines and the land-based gas turbine. The basic operation is first considered: thermodynamics, adiabatic heating in the compressor, efficiency and the need for high temperature resistant materials. For nickel-based alloys, temperature resistance and oxidation resistance in Ni and Ni/Cr alloys are described. Other main topics covered are: developing high temperature strength through second-phase particles; slip in the A3B system, involving disordering/re-ordering; the investment casting process; living with high gas temperatures and lifing issues with creep and fatigue; powder discs and the role of shot-peening. For titanium alloys - phase diagrams and the main classifications of the alloys; Widmanstatten structures; higher strength alloys; defects in Ti alloys, and Ti alloy development, will be included. The potential for inter-metallics and MMCs is also be described.
Learning Outcomes	By the end of the module the student will be able to: Define the operation of gas turbines and understand the functional requirements of the materials used for their construction; Describe the principles of alloy design for turbine blade and disc applications and critically assess the material strengthening and degradation mechanisms; Detail the principles of blade and disc fabrication, process developments for improved performance and integrity. Specify manufacturing processes; Perform calculations to determine the life of components made of nickel and titanium alloys.
Assessment	21929-01 : Coursework : Coursework (50%) 21929-03 : Coursework : Coursework (50%)
Assessment Methods & Exceptions	100% coursework
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