Abstract
The CMSX-4 superalloy including refractory elements was directionally solidified using the seed of a [001] single crystal to control the growth direction to [001], where solidification velocity was changed from 25 to 160 μm/s. In the log-log plot between spacing and solidification velocity, the primary dendrite arm spacing and secondary..... More

Abstract
Directional solidification of CM247LC was performed at a constant growth velocity (300 mm/h) using a Bridgman type furnace. Microstructural features, including the number of grains, PDAS, and EBSD IPF map, were investigated with progressive positions from the starter block. As directional solidification proceeded, the number of grains decreased and PDAS..... More