• Understanding of dendrite evolution has been dramatically increased by microgravity experiments, principally in undercooled pure materials.
• Understand the dynamics that lead to uniform and reproducible three-dimensional pattern formation in materials, particularly alloys
• Obtain benchmark data required for establishing the detailed dynamics of interface pattern selection during the solidification of alloys.
• A fundamental understanding of interface dynamics is central to tailor microstructures to optimize materials properties.

Dynamic Selection of Three-Dimensional Interface Patterns in Directional Solidification Quad Chart