conclusion of ferrous alloys
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The intermetallic alloy development program at ORNL has contributed significantly to the understanding of intermetallic materials and processing technologies. The program has been characterized by outstanding research and effective coordination between basic and applied research organizations. More important, extensive interactions between ORNL and industrial participants interested in the commercial applications of intermetallic alloys have led to the development of critical alloy compositions and processing methods.
The lessons learned from the development of Ni3Al alloys and processes can provide general guidelines to OIT in the implementation of the IOF strategy throughout the OIT program. The conclusions and recommendations discussed in this chapter are primarily applicable to OIT-sponsored intermetallic alloy projects and reflect the goals and vision of the OIT/AIM program, i.e., to support development and commercialization of new or improved materials to improve energy efficiency, productivity, and product quality in the major process industries.
Overall, the ORNL intermetallic alloy development program has been successful in terms of the technical goals and objectives established by the program, i.e., to develop high strength, ductile intermetallic alloys that can be processed and utilized for high-temperature structural applications. However, full commercialization of developed technologies, the ultimate objective of OIT's research strategy, has been slow.