Residual Stress States in Microstructurally Graded PBF–LB/M Austenitic Steel Components

Crystallographic Textures This cover emphasizes the unique features of structural materials on various magnifications for a PBF LB/M austenitic steel. In their Research Article (10.1002/adem.202500412), Nico Möller and co-workers present a 1 kW top-hat and a 400 W Gaussian laser that create distinct grain sizes and crystallographic texture. Mechanical properties are linked to microstructural evolution driven by processing conditions. Residual stress analysis via incremental hole drilling reveals a pronounced in-depth gradient.