MRI: Track 1 Acquisition of a Cold Spray System to Enable Multidisciplinary Research, Education, and Training

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Abstract

This Major Research Instrumentation Program (MRI) award supports the acquisition of a high-velocity cold spray manufacturing system at Oklahoma State University (OSU) to advance multidisciplinary research, education, and training in advanced manufacturing. Cold spray manufacturing enables 3D printing of net-shaped structures with complex geometries, the deposition of coatings to enhance surface properties, and the repair of damaged components. The research enabled by this equipment looks to address challenges in applying cold spray to a wide range of engineering materials and applications, potentially leading to faster, more economical, resource-efficient, and energy-saving manufacturing processes. The equipment will support research projects of multiple investigators and students across OSU and partner regional universities. It will also be made available to researchers at a nearby U.S. Air Force base as well as to manufacturing, aerospace, and advanced materials industries, and scientists from national laboratories. Additionally, the equipment will support the education and career development of multiple early-career faculty, postdoctoral scholars, graduate students, and undergraduates by providing access to advanced manufacturing capabilities. It will also facilitate experiential learning opportunities in multiple courses across mechanical, materials, aerospace, and industrial engineering programs. The cold spray manufacturing system seeks to enable new fundamental re

Key facts

NSF award ID
2508675
Awardee
Oklahoma State University (OK)
SAM.gov UEI
NNYDFK5FTSX9
PI
Sandip P Harimkar
Primary program
01002526DB NSF RESEARCH & RELATED ACTIVIT
All programs
MFG MACHINES & METROLOGY, MATERIAL TRANSFORMATION PROC, THERMALLY DRIVEN PROCESSES, MAJOR RESEARCH INSTRUMENTATION, Advanced Materials Processing, Advanced Manufacturing, EXP PROG TO STIM COMP RES, MANUFACTURING
Estimated total
$625,195
Funds obligated
$625,195
Transaction type
Standard Grant
Period
09/01/2025 → 08/31/2028