Abstract: Systems and methods for real-time boiling analysis and decision making in accordance with embodiments of the invention are illustrated. One embodiment includes a method for real-time smart boiling analysis. The method includes steps for receiving a set of one or more boiling images, identifying a set of bubble characteristics from the set of boiling images using a first model, identifying a set of image features from the set of boiling images using a second model, predicting a set of boiling heat characteristics based on the identified set of bubble characteristics, and controlling a flow boiling system based on the predicted set of boiling heat characteristics.

Abstract: Provided herein are manufacturing methods, e.g., comprising: (1a) forming a layer, including: depositing a starting material including a mixture of a metal and a sacrificial material; and applying a laser beam to the deposited starting material to consolidate the deposited starting material and form the layer; (1b) optionally repeating (1a) one or more times; and (1c) at least partially removing the sacrificial material to form a porous metal part.