CAPS advances the innovative design, advanced manufacturing, and precision synthesis of metal and ceramic powders across compositions—supporting transformative materials research while providing pilot-scale capabilities for industry and government initiatives.
Why CAPS?
CAPS is purpose-built for projects where conventional processing is not enough. We specialize in powder-driven pathways that enable non-equilibrium microstructures and advanced performance—supported by pilot-scale facilities and a team that helps partners move from concept to validated processing routes.
- High-temperature melting and powder production under inert atmospheres
- High-pressure gas atomization supporting diverse alloys and composites
- Powder processing routes spanning milling/cryomilling through consolidation and AM
What CAPS Does
The Center for Alloy and Powder Synthesis (CAPS) conducts cutting-edge research in advanced powder synthesis, develops and optimizes manufacturing processes—especially additive manufacturing and powder consolidation—and serves as a premier resource for partners, providing expertise, facilities, and training that accelerate translation from research to real-world applications.
Advanced Powder Synthesis
Research and development in diverse metal and ceramic powders—including advanced alloys, intermetallics, refractory and high entropy alloys, and nanocrystalline materials—using state-of-the-art atomization, milling, and processing techniques.
Innovative Manufacturing Processes
Process development and optimization in additive manufacturing (AM) and powder processing/consolidation to enable superior materials properties and performance.
Collaboration & Training
Facilities, expertise, and education for academic and industrial partners—supporting application-driven work and developing the next generation of materials scientists and engineers.
Sustainability
Sustainable practices in powder production and recycling that contribute to a circular economy in advanced materials.