Our Projects
As Alpomet, we carry out numerous R&D and innovation projects at both national and international levels with our expertise in materials science and advanced manufacturing technologies. Our projects aim to provide added value to our sector in critical areas such as alloy development, production metallurgy, process optimization, additive manufacturing, powder metallurgy, traditional production methods and the development of new generation alloys.
We add value to our industry and our country's technological capacity with the projects we carry out in strategic sectors such as aviation, space, mining, automotive and energy. In addition, we see contributing to joint R&D studies and supporting sustainable development in the sector by creating international project consortiums and academic-industry collaborations among our priority goals.
Development of Next Generation Aluminum Alloys for Additive Manufacturing Technologies (2025)
This study, which is our company's first international (Eureka Lightweighting Call 2024) project, aims to provide solutions to critical requirements such as lightness, low fuel consumption, energy efficiency, high specific strength, easy processability and recycling of components used in civil aviation, space and automotive sectors. With the developing technology, the service conditions that components in these sectors are exposed to are becoming increasingly difficult, and accordingly, the development of new generation alloys is gaining great importance. Within the scope of this project, it is aimed to develop new generation alloys with high strength suitable for additive manufacturing technology. In addition, it is aimed to reduce environmental impact and adopt a green production approach by recycling support structures, residual powders and defective parts formed during the production process. Powders of the developed alloys will be produced by ultrasonic atomization method and the usability of these powders in additive manufacturing will be tested. With this project, which has high commercialization potential, it is planned to transform the developed technologies into products thanks to both national and international collaborations.
Development, Production and Characterization of Next Generation Cast Iron Alloys by Computational Materials Engineering (2025)
Within the scope of university-industry collaboration, with the support of Fatih Sultan Mehmet Vakıf University BAP Coordinatorship and in which we act as project consultants, this study aims to increase the toughness values while preserving the high wear resistance and hardness properties of white cast iron alloys. Using computational material engineering and numerical modeling techniques, the morphology, size and distribution of carbide phases are optimized; performance balance is achieved by alloying element addition and determination of process parameters. Thus, it is aimed to develop longer-lasting, durable and efficient white cast iron alloys in difficult service conditions such as ore crushers, mill balls and agricultural machinery.
Development, Production and Characterization of Wear-Resistant White Cast Iron Alloy by Computational Materials Engineering (2025)
Our company is acting as a consultant in this project supported by the bilateral cooperation between TÜBİTAK and the Ministry of Innovation Development of Uzbekistan (MHESI).
The project aims to improve white cast iron (WCI) alloys used in abrasive service conditions such as jaw crushers, mill linings and mining equipment with Computational Materials Engineering (CME) technology. Although traditional WCI alloys have high wear resistance, their impact resistance is low due to their brittle structure. In order to improve this weakness, simulation-based optimization of the alloy chemistry and microstructure is carried out.
Thanks to simulation-supported design, both cost and time savings are achieved and field tests of high-performance alloy prototypes are planned. Project outputs include not only industrial applications but also academic publications.
This project demonstrates the potential of international university-industry collaboration in producing advanced material solutions.
Development, Production and Characterization of Al-Si-Mg/Cu-M Alloy for Automotive, Aerospace and Defense Industry via Computational Materials Engineering (2024)
Our company provides consultancy for the project carried out by Fatih Sultan Mehmet Vakıf University Aluminum Test and Research Center (ALUTEAM) and supported within the scope of TÜBİTAK 3501 - Career Development Program.
The project aimed to develop Al-Si-Mg/Cu-M based alloys with computational material engineering techniques. During the alloy design process, the effects of Erbium (Er), Niobium (Nb) and Silver (Ag) additives to three different Al-Si compositions on microstructure and mechanical properties were analyzed in detail. The determined optimum composition was produced by casting method and the performance characteristics of the obtained material were meticulously evaluated.
This project, as a concrete example of university-industry cooperation, has enabled the meeting of academic knowledge with industrial needs and has revealed important achievements in the field of innovative alloy design. The joint work carried out has also contributed to the development of sustainable R&D culture.
Development, Production and Characterization of High Entropy Alloy with Refractory Alloy Element Addition (2024)
This study, which is our company's first TUBITAK TEYDEB project, was supported within the scope of the 1507 SME R&D Start Support Program.
Developing aviation and energy technologies require turbine engines to operate safely at higher temperatures for longer periods. Although traditional nickel-based superalloys can provide an engine life of 1000–5000 hours, performance loss occurs under increasing service temperatures.
In this project, a high entropy alloy (HEA) with refractory element additives was developed for high-temperature engineering applications; both mechanical strength and thermal stability were increased with this new generation alloy.
The project was successfully completed and enabled our company to move on to a new R&D phase in the field of advanced material technologies.
Development of NiCrCo Based High Entropy Alloy for Defense, Aviation and Space Industry and Production of Its Powder by Gas Atomization (2024)
In line with the localization and nationalization goals of our defense industry, studies on the development of alloys with high temperature resistance for use in turbine engines are of critical importance.
Within the scope of this project, the special alloy designed with computational material engineering approaches was successfully produced in powder form using the gas atomization method.
Our project was carried out with the support of the 6th East Marmara International Project Market and Kocaeli University, and proved its commercialization potential by winning the 2nd Prize.
Development, Production and Characterization of Al-Zn-Mg-X Alloy Used in Aviation, Defense and Space Industry with Computational Materials Engineering Technologies (2024)
The 7xxx series Al-Zn-Mg alloys, which are widely used in the aviation, defense and space industries, stand out with their high strengths but require continuous improvement due to the limitations in the production process. Within the scope of this project, the effects of Cr, Co and Ni elements on the alloy were analyzed using computational material engineering techniques and optimized chemical compositions were determined.
Our project, which was carried out in cooperation with Manisa Celal Bayar University and received TÜBİTAK 2209/B support, aimed to strengthen university-industry cooperation and increase the competence of young engineers in producing R&D-focused, innovative solutions
With this project, we aim to strengthen university-industry cooperation and at the same time develop the capabilities of young engineering candidates in producing R&D-focused, innovative and value-added solutions.
Development, Production and Characterization of CoCrFeMnNi-X High Entropy Alloy Suitable for Additive Manufacturing with Computational Materials Engineering Technologies (2024)
High Entropy Alloys (HEA); are innovative material groups that are increasingly gaining attention in the aviation and space industry due to their high strength, hardness, corrosion resistance and high temperature performance.
Within the scope of this project, it was aimed to improve the properties of the CoCrFeMnNi alloy, known as the “Cantor alloy” in the literature, by adding Nb, W and Mo elements and to create new generation alloy designs. Our project was carried out with the cooperation of Manisa Celal Bayar University and the support of the TÜBİTAK 2209/B program.
Computational material engineering technologies were used in the design of the alloys; then, the production process requiring high precision was carried out with the TÜBİTAK supported arc melting system. Detailed material characterization of the produced samples was performed and their mechanical and structural performances were evaluated.
With this project, we aim to strengthen university-industry cooperation and at the same time develop the capabilities of young engineering candidates to produce R&D-focused, innovative and value-added solutions.
Optimization, Production and Characterization of Ni-11Al-9Cr-xNb Alloy by Computational Materials Engineering Technology (2024)
Nickel-based superalloys; have critical importance in sectors with harsh operating conditions such as energy, aviation, space, thermal power plants, nuclear power plants and chemical plants due to their high corrosion and oxidation resistance, excellent creep strength and superior high temperature mechanical properties.
Within the scope of this project, with the cooperation of Konya Technical University and the support of TÜBİTAK 2209/B program, the design and optimization of Ni–Al–Cr–xNb alloy was carried out with computational material engineering methods. The alloy, whose design was completed, was produced with the TÜBİTAK-supported arc melting system for the production process requiring high precision. Detailed material characterizations of the produced prototype alloys were made, and secondary process and heat treatment recipes were developed in line with the obtained data.
With this project, in addition to strengthening university-industry cooperation, we aim to contribute to the young engineering candidates to provide innovative and value-added solutions by increasing their R&D competencies.
Development of CuCrZr Alloys for Additive Manufacturing via Computational Materials Engineering (2023)
Hard copper alloys are high-performance materials that are widely preferred in many critical sectors such as aviation, space, automotive, electrical, marine and molding. CuCrZr alloy, which stands out among these alloys, has started to be used more and more, especially in additive manufacturing technologies.
However, the difficulties and restrictions in the production process of the CuCrZr alloy system necessitate the development of new generation, alternative commercial alloys in the sector. In this context, with the cooperation of Yıldız Technical University and the support of the TÜBİTAK 2209/B program, it is aimed to design and develop innovative alloys that will be an alternative to the CuCrZr alloy.
With this project, we aim to both strengthen university-industry cooperation and to ensure that young engineering candidates produce value-added solutions by being supported by R&D and innovation-oriented studies.
Optimization and Powder Production of Complex Concentrate Alloy Developed by Computational Materials Engineering (2023)
The material properties of the CrCoNi based complex concentrated alloy have been optimized with computational materials engineering (ICME) technologies. In the alloy design; detailed design optimizations have been carried out for the effects of the solidification range on the gas atomization process, secondary processes after additive manufacturing and performance increase in service conditions.
The powder production of the developed alloy has been completed with the gas atomization method; detailed characterization of the produced powders has been made. It is aimed that these powders will provide high-performance solutions especially in advanced technology applications such as space and aviation.
In addition, with this project, we have taken an important step towards the commercialization of innovative and value-added alloys by pioneering the domestic production of complex concentrated alloy powders in our country. Thus, we aim to both increase sectoral competitiveness and carry our country to a stronger position in the global arena in this field.
Development, Production and Characterization of Complex Concentrate Alloys for Electronic Components via Computational Materials Engineering (2023)
Conventional alloys widely used in electronic, electromagnetic and magnetic applications; Due to disadvantages such as low workability, limited mechanical strength and complex internal structure, they cannot provide the desired performance in critical engineering applications.
In this project, we design and develop new generation complex concentrated alloys (CCA) using computational materials engineering (ICME) methods. By taking advantage of the physical principles in the periodic table and the properties of ferromagnetic elements, we aim to produce innovative alloys that offer high magnetic performance, increased mechanical strength and workability.
In addition, we aim to develop cost-effective, sustainable and high value-added solutions through the optimized use of expensive alloy elements. In this way, we aim to offer strong alternatives to both industry and advanced technology areas.
