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Development of Tial-Based Automotive Engine Valves

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  22 February 2011

William E. Dowling Jr ,
William T. Donlon  and
John E. Allison
William E. Dowling Jr
Affiliation:
Ford Motor Company, Research LaboratorySRL MD-3182, P.O. Box 2053 Dearborn, MI. 48121–2053
William T. Donlon
Affiliation:
Ford Motor Company, Research LaboratorySRL MD-3182, P.O. Box 2053 Dearborn, MI. 48121–2053
John E. Allison
Affiliation:
Ford Motor Company, Research LaboratorySRL MD-3182, P.O. Box 2053 Dearborn, MI. 48121–2053
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Abstract

The application of TiAl-based alloys as an exhaust valve material would allow automotive engines to operate at higher temperatures with increased efficiencies. Development of these materials at Ford initially concentrated on the Ti-48A1-1V (at%) system. This included; 1) room and elevated temperature fatigue, 2) creep and 3) tensile ductility optimization. Results from this test program in conjunction with other available data, previous ceramic experience and limited engine testing led to the conclusion that the major roadblock to implementation was not optimizing mechanical properties, but rather low cost and reliable valve manufacturing technology. When a cost effective manufacturing technology is developed, then the emphasis will shift to ensuring the product durability. Hence, the focus of the current program is the development of valve manufacturing technologies, in particular valve blank fabrication. Currently, casting appears to be the lowest cost alternative for valve blank fabrication. This paper reviews the technology development process as it pertains to TiAl-based valves.

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MRS Online Proceedings Library (OPL) , Volume 364: Symposium L – High-Temperature Ordered Intermetallic Alloys–VI , 1994 , 757
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Copyright © Materials Research Society 1995

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