Alloy Development
Using a suite of state-of-the-art equipment our expert team can assist in the development of novel alloys for industrial application as port of our vertically integrated factory within the Advanced Metals Processing theme.
About Alloy Development
Alloy development is a central activity within the Advanced Metals Processing theme at the Henry Royce Institute and the University of Sheffield.
Our unique capabilities, split across the Royce Discovery and Translational Centres, enable the end-to-end creation of new alloys, from concept to industry-ready scale-up. The Materials Discovery and Prototyping platform provides critical melting equipment, like Vacuum Induction Melting and Arc Melting, to precisely control the composition of novel metallic systems. This initial production is seamlessly linked to Thermomechanical Processing, which uses machines like the Hot Rolling Mill to shape and refine the alloy microstructure, simulating industrial manufacture. By bridging the gap between small-scale lab research and industrial application, Royce Sheffield is accelerating the deployment of next-generation alloys crucial for sectors like aerospace, nuclear, and automotive. The focus on resource-efficient and high-performance alloys supports global challenges in the transition to net-zero and a circular economy.
Key Equipment
| Equipment | Location | Expert Lead |
|---|---|---|
| Arc Melting | Workshop (RDC) | Dr. Yunus Azakli |
| Vacuum Induction Melting (Consarc 10kg) | Workshop (RDC) | Dr. Yunus Azakli |
| Vacuum Induction Melting with ISM (Consarc 25kg) | Workshop (RDC) | Dr. Yunus Azakli |
| Thin Film Deposition | Advanced Characterisation Lab (RDC) | Maciej Myszczynski |
Key Case Studies
Enquiries
All enquiries regarding access can be made via email to royce@sheffield.ac.uk
Further information about Equipment Access Schemes and Subsidies can be found here.