On the role of wall thickness on ZrO2/AlSi10Mg composites fabricated by LPBF

Key Points

• Increased wall thickness enhances the mechanical properties of ZrO2/AlSi10Mg composites, promoting better performance.
• Mechanical tests indicate that thicker walls can lead to a 20% improvement in tensile strength.
• Assessment using additive manufacturing techniques focused on microstructure and wall thickness variations across samples.
• These findings highlight potential benefits in optimizing wall designs for enhanced composite performance.