Bio
Chase is an experimentalist focused on linking in-situ process monitoring of Additive Manufacturing (AM) Powder Bed Fusion (PBF) parts to ex-situ characterization and mechanical properties for qualification and certification. He joined the Manufacturing Demonstration Facility (MDF) in 2018 and is currently an Associate Technical Professional in the Deposition Science and Technology group. His AM experience includes processing, component design, parameter development, and data analytics of Laser-PBF and Electron Beam-PBF systems.
Professional Experience
- 2023 - 2026: Associate Technical Professional, ORNL
- 2019 - 2023: Assistant Technical Professional, ORNL
- 2018 - 2019: Technical Intern, ORAU
Awards
- 2026, Jan: US Patent No. 12533731
- 2025, Dec: Significant Event Award, HFIR Irradiation Capsule Campaign
- 2022, Sep: ORNL Technology Transfer Team Award, Science and Technology
- 2020, Sep: ORNL Research Accomplishment Team Award, Science and Technology
- 2020, Sep: US Patent No. 11458542
- 2020, Nov: Significant Event Award, Framatome Channel Fastener
- 2022-2026 FY: ORNL Innovation Award, Peregrine Technology Licensing
Education
- M.S., Mechanical Engineering, UTK
- B.S., Materials Science and Engineering, UTK
- B.S., Mathematics, UTK
Publications
September 2025
Journal: Materialia
August 2025
ORNL Report
August 2025
Journal: Journal of Manufacturing Processes