Novel micro-architecture-optimised metal lattice structures by 3D printing

该项目旨在研究和开发一种新的方法，用于设计和3D打印微结构复杂的金属晶格结构，可以显着扩展金属属性空间和结构形式的边界。这将通过利用拓扑设计、制造优化和原位微结构控制的协同作用来实现。预期的结果是一种新的里程碑式的方法，将使澳大利亚受益，使材料设计和3D打印的新一轮创新，以及一类新的轻质复杂金属晶格结构，可能为近期的商业应用提供卓越的机械和/或生物性能。

This project aims to research and develop a novel methodology for the design and 3D printing of micro-architectured intricate metal lattice structures that can markedly expand the boundaries of both metal property space and structural forms. This will be achieved by harnessing the synergies across topology design, manufacturing optimisation, and in-situ microstructure control. The expected outcomes are a novel milestone methodology that will benefit Australia by enabling a new wave of innovation in materials design and 3D printing, and a new class of lightweight intricate metal lattice structures that potentially offer exceptional mechanical and/or biological properties for near-term commercial applications.