Frontiers in Materials,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
10
Published: Jan. 8, 2024
Introduction:
The
performance
functionality
efficacy
of
the
engine’s
valve
train
assembly
is
considerably
affected
by
guide.
Material
selection
impacted
prolonged
operational
lifespan
engines,
which
favours
casting
and
machining
materials
such
as
cast
iron.
intent
this
study
to
examine
dry
sliding
characteristics
GG25
iron
with
copper
additives.
Discovering
ways
in
variations
load
velocity
impact
wear
paramount
significance.
Methods:
research
entailed
examination
across
various
environmental
conditions.
Loads
were
varied
at
30
N,
40
50
N
while
maintaining
a
1
m/s
constant.
In
same
manner,
velocities
0.5
m/s,
2
constant
was
maintained.
Experimental
techniques
carried
out
ambient
temperature.
Throughout
investigations,
frictional
forces
coefficient
friction
also
determined.
mechanisms
samples
that
had
become
deteriorated
or
worn-out
examined
employing
scanning
electron
microscope
when
combined
EDX
analysis.
Results:
A
rise
normal
from
led
twofold
losses,
measuring
417
microns
compared
222
previously.
range
losses
observed
moderate
speeds
(0.5
m/s–1
m/s)
133–222
microns.
Conversely,
maximum
loss
1,226
elevated
contrast
617
higher
loads
N.
Additionally,
discovered
more
pronounced
both
loading
speed
are
moderate,
whereas
becomes
substantial
raised,
culminating
losses.
Discussions:
summary,
highlights
considerable
effect
have
on
prevalence
conditions
velocity,
influence
significant.
However,
accelerates,
it
predominant
factor.
An
analysis
well
indicated
under
N–50
raised
0.238
0.43.
mechanisms,
discerned
via
microscopy
analysis,
underscored
increased
comparison
loading.
Journal of Materials Research and Technology,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
29, P. 3168 - 3184
Published: Feb. 7, 2024
In
this
investigation,
the
asperities
on
print
surface
have
been
reduced
using
a
laser
polishing
technique.
The
improvement
in
mechanical
properties
(tensile
and
flexural
strength),
roughness
of
printed
surface,
scan
time
three-dimensional
(3D)-printed
new
acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene
(ABS)
polymers
are
among
industrial
issues
that
projected
process
is
explicitly
intended
to
address.
Response
approach
was
used
series
tests
determine
how
altering
laser's
parameters
influenced
test
materials'
top
finish
properties.
pre-polishing
workpiece
compared
terms
characteristics
examination
scanning
electron
microscope.
According
results,
decreased
by
more
than
18.85%
for
ABS
utilizing
polishing,
from
8.01
6.50
μm.
sample's
tensile
strength
improved
8.1%,
35.8
38.7
MPa.
samples'
0.143
min
increased
2.58%
58.01
59.51
These
results
demonstrate
3D-printed
polymer
material's
qualities
enhanced
novel
post-processing
order
produce
sustainable
items,
innovative
technique
quite
helpful
3D
printing
sector.
Frontiers in Materials,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
11
Published: March 7, 2024
Introduction:
Among
alloys
of
medium-carbon
and
high-strength
steel,
EN
24
steel
is
characterised
by
its
nickel-chromium-molybdenum
composition.
highly
suitable
for
application
in
heavy-duty
projects
due
to
notable
resilience
damage,
especially
when
exposed
low
temperatures.
With
the
objective
minimising
surface
irregularities,
this
research
endeavours
enhance
milling
process
employing
coated
tungsten
carbide
(WC)
tool
inserts.
Methods:
Feed
rate,
cutting
speed,
depth
cut,
fluid
are
all
crucial
factors
experimental
investigation.
Four
distinct
levels
applied
each
factor.
The
utilises
Design
Experiments
(DOE)-based
Central
Composite
Response
Surface
Methodology.
To
predict
output
parameters,
mathematical
models
developed
utilising
analysis
variance
(ANOVA)
optimisation
purposes.
Results
discussions:
Through
utilisation
multi-objective
optimisation,
optimal
combination
inserts
was
determined,
which
provided
irregularities
0.301
µm.
Cutting
speed
(CS)
149.507
m/min,
feed
rate
(FR)
340.27
mm/min,
cut
(DOC)
0.599
mm,
(CF)
12.50
L/min
parameters.
morphologies
machined
workpiece
at
particular
parameter
values
can
be
discerned
through
scanning
electron
microscope
(SEM)
analysis,
yielding
significant
insights.
parameters
that
have
been
identified
provide
practical
recommendations
improving
method
utilised.
Understanding
entirety
facilitated
SEM
microstructures
under
conditions.
morphology
evaluated
using
profilometry,
provides
additional
insight
into
integrity.
discourse
investigates
potential
applications
implications
results,
as
well
suggests
directions
further
study
concerning
enhancement
processes
similar
alloys.
Journal of Materials Research and Technology,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
27, P. 5854 - 5867
Published: Nov. 1, 2023
The
microwave
cladding
technique
for
depositing
Ni
and
10
%
B4C
coatings
on
304
stainless
steel
has
yielded
significant
advancements
in
material
properties
performance.
key
findings
of
this
study
revealed
remarkable
improvements,
including
a
43.33%
increase
hardness,
indicating
enhanced
wear
resistance
mechanical
properties.
This
improvement
was
attributed
to
the
uniform
distribution
surface,
ensuring
consistent
interfacial
layer
developed
between
SS
surface
without
cracks
porosity.
Microstructural
analysis
at
500×
magnification
unveiled
an
impressive
2233.35
grains
per
square
inch,
showcasing
refined
grain
structure
achieved
during
process.
Wear
testing
demonstrated
low
rate
0.00308
mm³/m
favorable
coefficient
friction
0.1981,
confirming
material's
suitability
applications
with
demanding
frictional
conditions.
Furthermore,
corrosion
behavior
coated
assessed,
revealing
minimal
weight
loss
only
0.42
mg
10%
sample.
presence
various
carbide
phases,
such
as
Cr2C,
Cr23C6,
Cr7BC4,
Fe5C2,
Fe23B6,
within
further
contributed
Journal of Materials Research and Technology,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
27, P. 7138 - 7158
Published: Nov. 1, 2023
Inconel
718
finds
extensive
applications
in
the
aviation
and
aerospace
industries,
particularly
manufacturing
of
jet
engines
high-speed
airframe
components
like
fasteners,
bolts,
buckets,
instrumentation
parts,
wheels,
spacers.
It
is
also
utilised
production
cryogenic
tankage
gas
turbine
blades.
The
present
study
focuses
on
investigating
machining
performance
graphene
nanosheets
718.
Various
aspects
718's
machinability
through
electrical
discharge
(EDM)
have
been
examined,
including
material
removal
rate
(MRR),
surface
roughness,
morphology,
tool
rear
Rate
(TWR),
residual
stresses
machined
surface,
Vickers
hardness,
recast
layer
thickness.
investigation
reveals
a
significant
impact
process
parameters
these
characteristics.
effects
observed
using
several
analytical
instruments
such
as
field
emission
scanning
electron
microscopy
(FE-SEM),
transmission
(TEM),
particle
size
analyzer,
X-ray
diffraction
(XRD).
Furthermore,
optimization
response
data
with
respect
to
input
has
performed
this
study.
TEM
analysis
used
determine
individual
debris
particles
deionised
water
mixed
nanosheet
dielectric
mediums.
To
verify
that
are
same
parent
material,
energy
dispersive
spectroscopy
(EDX)
used.
compounds
crystal
structures
base
metal
surfaces,
XRD
A
high-resolution
diffractometer
(HRXRD)
measure
surface.
EDX
composition
testing
analyze
modification.
Due
rapid
heating
quenching
takes
place
medium,
becomes
harder.
Deposited
materials,
microholes,
textures
can
all
be
FESEM
microstructure
observation.
Comparing
conventional
EDM
dielectric,
thickness
reduced.
recapitulate,
explores
how
various
mediums
affect
processes.
examines
size,
compound
formation,
stresses,
modification,
microstructure,
addition
medium
produces
promising
results,
reducing
improving
quality.
results
offer
suggestions
for
properties
effectiveness.
Journal of Materials Research and Technology,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
28, P. 4299 - 4316
Published: Dec. 30, 2023
The
microstructure,
homogeneity,
and
tribo-corrosion
behavior
of
microwave-developed
Nickel
as
well
titanium
dioxide
SS-304
cladding
surfaces
are
the
primary
emphasis
this
research.
study
includes
assessing
hardness
enhancement
from
Ni
TiO2
particles
in
surface.
investigation
additionally
evaluates
surface
wear
rates,
friction
coefficients,
resistance
to
corrosion
under
tribological
conditions.
with
developed
by
microwave
energy
were
investigated
study.
microstructure
was
being
examined
validate
uniformly
homogeneous
dispersion
particles,
XRD
employed
determine
phases.
evaluated,
a
pin-on-disk
tribometer
has
assessed
behavior.
Tribo-corrosion
tested
3.5-percent
NaCl
solution.
To
enhance
cladding's
efficiency,
hybrid
heating
(MHH)
utilising
charcoal
susceptor
been
employed.
Findings
exhibited
that
analysis
showed
had
uniform
distribution
compact
microstructure.
significantly
improved
about
37.68%
due
incorporation
10%
particles.
FeNi3,
NiSi2,
Ni3C,
NiC,
Ni2Si,
FeNi,
phases
seen
on
conditions
also
evaluated
using
tribometer.
outcomes
have
decreased
rates
coefficients
compared
uncoated
substrate.
Moreover,
3.5%
rate
coefficient
measured
be
0.00412
mm3/m
0.297,
respectively.
results
indicated
enhanced
Scientific Reports,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
14(1)
Published: Feb. 8, 2024
Abstract
The
present
investigation
has
employed
recycled
waste
glass
powder
(WGP)
and
silicon
nitride
(Si
3
N
4
)
as
reinforcing-agents
within
AZ91D-matrix
composites.
composites
were
fabricated
by
employing
the
vacuum
stir
casting
technique
to
mitigate
effects
of
oxidation
ensure
homogeneity,
uniformity,
superior
wettability
among
reinforcements.
A
microscopic
study
provided
confirmation
a
uniform
dispersion
WGP
Si
particles
throughout
AZ91D-matrix.
tensile
strength
AZ91D/WGP/Si
rise
with
inclusion
particulates
up
1.5
percent
in
AZ91D/7.5%
.
However,
AZ91D/9%Si
composite
have
showed
maximum
value
compared
other
chosen
formulations/combinations
current
investigation.
AZ91D/1.5%
WGP/7.5%
strengthened
12.13
comparison
base
alloy
In
A1
formulated
composite,
amount
particulate
enhanced
hardness
AZ91D-alloy
percent.
Findings,
nevertheless
exhibited
that
A6
had
outcomes
terms
hardness.
incorporation
“reinforcing-constituent
particulates”
1.5%WGP
+
7.5%Si
combination
AZ91D-matrix,
further
increased
fatigue-strength
around
57.84
weight-loss
0.312
mg
was
being
unveiled
for
composite.
however,
reported
be
0.294
mg.
At
5
loads,
2
m/s
sliding
speed,
1000
m
distance,
developed
1.5%WGP/7.5%Si
/AZ91D
rate
wear,
frictional
coefficient
0.0025
mm
/m
0.315,
respectively.
scanning
electron
microscopy
(SEM)
identified
presence
corrosion
pits
on
surfaces
undergone
corrosion.
These
found
result
localised
surface
assaults
occurring
corrosive
environments.
Additionally,
SEM
pictures
worn
indicated
emergence
microcracks,
which
may
associated
conditions
cyclic
loading.
Moreover,
tensile-fractography
examination
brittle
fracture
failure,
including
cracks
debonding
phenomena.
addition,
EDS
spectra-analysis
revealed
an
apparent
existence
observed
Mg-peak,
Si-peak,
Al-peak,
Ca-peak,
O-peak
Furthermore,
utilisation
X-ray
diffraction
analysis
effectively
determined
hard
phases
inside
significantly
contributed
enhancement
wear
resistance.
development
harder-phases
included,
α-Mg,
Al
12
Mg
17,
SiO
,
MgO,
CaO
been
accountable
tribomechanical,
wear-resistance
characteristics
discovered
substantial
impact
enhancing
mechanical
performance
raising
resistance
wear.