Constellium, an aluminum producer, has partnered with Nikon Advanced Manufacturing (Nikon AM), America Makes, and a team of industry leaders to expand the use of its Aheadd® CP1 aluminum alloy in additive manufacturing for defense and aerospace applications.

The US$2.1 million project, funded by the Office of the Under Secretary of Defense’s Manufacturing Technology Office (ODS ManTech) through America Makes, will generate key material property data for Aheadd® CP1. This high-performance aluminum alloy, known for its strength, thermal conductivity, and excellent printability, is ideal for demanding applications such as heat exchangers and other mission-critical components.

The data will be shared via the Workbench for Additive Materials (WAM) database, supporting its qualification and adoption by defense and aerospace manufacturers.