IMS Comparing Aluminum Alloys

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NASA scientists have designed a novel heat treatment process that significantly improves the formability of high-performance aluminum-lithium (Al-Li) 2195 alloy plate stock. The heat treatment process dramatically reduces cracking and also improves the yield and range of product sizes/shapes that can be spin/stretch formed. The improved yields also provide lower costs. The NASA innovation enables the use of Al-Li 2195 alloy for large structures like rocket domes or fuel tanks of much lighter weights than if made using a conventional aluminum-copper (Al-Cu) alloy. While specifically designed to address Al-Li 2195 alloy, similar heat treatments may possibly improve the formability of other high-performance Al-Li alloys as well. • More information about this technology can be found at https://technology.nasa.gov/patent/MF... • The National Aeronautics and Space Administration solicits interest from companies interested in obtaining license rights to commercialize, manufacture and market this technology. For more information, please visit: http://technology.nasa.gov

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