Harald F. Chladil

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Total Citations

131

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About

Harald F. Chladil is a materials scientist and engineer whose research centers on the processing, microstructure, and mechanical performance of advanced metallic alloys, with a particular emphasis on additive manufacturing and welding technologies. His most-cited work, "Material properties of CMT—metal additive manufactured duplex stainless steel blade-like geometries" (2017, 131 citations), is a seminal contribution that systematically characterizes the unique material properties of cold metal transfer (CMT) additive manufacturing for duplex stainless steels. This study demonstrated how CMT-based deposition can produce complex, blade-like geometries with superior corrosion resistance and mechanical integrity, directly impacting applications in aerospace, energy, and marine engineering. Chladil’s broader research portfolio explores the interplay between processing parameters, microstructural evolution, and final material behavior, often bridging the gap between fundamental metallurgy and industrial scalability. His work has been instrumental in advancing the reliability and design freedom of metal additive manufacturing, earning recognition for its practical relevance and rigorous experimental methodology. Through these contributions, Chladil has helped shape modern approaches to fabricating high-performance metallic components, making him a key figure in the field of additive manufacturing of structural alloys.