Dataset for article "Influence of Laser Beam Shape and Post Heat-Treatment on the Microstructure and Mechanical Properties of Additively Manufactured Nickel-based Alloy IN718"

The dataset supports the results shown in figures in the article entitled “IInfluence of Laser Beam Shape and Post Heat-Treatment on the Microstructure and Mechanical Properties of Additively Manufactured Nickel-based Alloy IN718”. It contains images of light microscopy, scanning electron microscopy, EDS maps and point analysis, grain size measurements, fracture SEI images, tensile tests and Vickers hardness measurements. Keywords: measurements, IN718, PBF-LB/M, beam shaping, Gauss/Ring laser beam shape, LM, SEM/EDS, Vickers hardness, tensile test, fracture