Strain-Induced Porosity Model

AFRL scientists developed advanced computer models to improve the processing and quality of titanium alloys used in manufacturing gas turbine engine parts and critical structural components for military aircraft. AFRL transferred both the models and the basic materials knowledge to titanium mill suppliers to help them eliminate strain-induced porosity (SIP)—also known as cavitation—in billet products (see Figure 1) and finished parts. The models also increase product yield by reducing the amount of scrap material, which helps lower production costs.