How Magnetic Fields Influence Material Processing
Thermomagnetic processing adds a magnetic field as a controllable variable during thermal treatment.
Our research examines how applied magnetic fields interact with temperature, time, alloy chemistry, and processing conditions. Experiments reveal changes in phase transformations, diffusion, microstructure, and properties, while computational models help explain these effects and guide the design of scalable processing strategies.
Research Focus Areas
Our work connects fundamental mechanisms with processing conditions and measurable material performance.
Phase Transformations
Determine how magnetic fields influence transformation pathways, kinetics, and phase stability during thermal processing.
Diffusion & Transport
Examine field-dependent atomic transport and its effects on reaction rates, composition, and processing time.
Microstructure & Properties
Connect processing conditions with microstructure evolution and resulting material performance.
Collaborate on Thermomagnetic Research
We welcome collaboration with DOE programs, national laboratories, industry, and academic researchers to investigate materials challenges and advance scalable processing technologies.