Modeling of molten pool geometry and remelting layer in the laser ablation of Ti6Al4V alloy
Maria Rosaria SAFFIOTI, Serafino CARUSO, Giovanna ROTELLA, Domenico UMBRELLO
Abstract. The present study investigates a finite element model to simulate the thermal effects of high-energy-density surface treatments, such as laser surface treatment, on Ti6Al4V titanium alloy. Using a 3D conical Gaussian heat source, the model allows to predict molten pool geometry and remelting layers due to phase transformations. Validation with experimental laser treatment data confirms the model’s accuracy in capturing temperature-dependent welding characteristics. The research makes it possible to deepen the understanding of thermal behavior and phase evolution in Ti6Al4V, highlighting the critical role of process optimization in achieving desired microstructure and mechanical properties.
Keywords
Laser Processes, Surface, Industrial Sector
Published online 9/10/2025, 8 pages
Copyright © 2025 by the author(s)
Published under license by Materials Research Forum LLC., Millersville PA, USA
Citation: Maria Rosaria SAFFIOTI, Serafino CARUSO, Giovanna ROTELLA, Domenico UMBRELLO, Modeling of molten pool geometry and remelting layer in the laser ablation of Ti6Al4V alloy, Materials Research Proceedings, Vol. 57, pp 377-384, 2025
DOI: https://doi.org/10.21741/9781644903735-44
The article was published as article 44 of the book Italian Manufacturing Association Conference
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