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	The branch maintains capabilities in optical and electron microscopy, specialized sample preparation, x-ray diffraction, and chemical analysis.		The Advanced Metallics Branch is part of the Structures and Materials Division at NASA Glenn Research Center in Cleveland, OH. The branch conducts fundamental and applied research on advanced metallic materials, including nickel, copper, and titanium alloys, refractory metals, and shape memory alloys. Materials for use in high temperature components of aeronautics and space power systems are emphasized. The research is focused on understanding the interrelationships among processing, microstructure, and properties as they pertain to component performance. Advanced processing methods and novel structural concepts are also studied. Expertise: Copper Alloys Superalloys Intermetallics Composities Shape Memory Alloys Refractory Metals Microstructural Characterization Mechanical Behavior and Durability Alloy Development Computational Modeling Capabilities: Processing Casting Hot Working Testing in Air and Inert Environments Tension, Compression Creep, Fatigue, Impact Microstructural Characterization Optical and Electron Microscopy Specialized Sample Preparation X-Ray Diffraction Chemical Analysis: Macro, Micro, Nano Products: Alloy and Process Development Materials Application Engineering Materials Selection for Specific Applications Materials Characterization Materials Durability Assessment Analytical Science Group Provides advanced capabilities in analytical chemistry, electron optics, metallography and x-ray diffraction. + View Site Structures & Materials Division Develops high temperature materials for aviation and space applications. + View site Research & Technology Directorate Develops and manages core competencies to deliver on the Center's programmatic commitments. + View site
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