Journal of Composite Materials,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Sept. 24, 2024
Aluminium
(Al)
and
Al-based
alloys
known
as
lightweight,
good
corrosion
resistance,
low-cost
materials
are
found
used
for
a
range
of
engineering
applications
including
those
in
automobile,
aircraft,
power
systems,
marine,
defence,
among
others.
Although,
notwithstanding
these
intrinsic
features
Al
its
alloys,
their
wide
application
is
constrained
due
to
certain
properties,
example,
dendrite
separation,
intense
wear
rate
over
period,
mechanical
degradation
under
severe
impact
harsh
environment.
Nonetheless,
studies
established
that
nanocomposites
depict
promising
solution
overcome
the
limitations
Al,
alloy
micro
composites.
The
current
review
aims
discuss
influence
nanoceramic
fillers
on
tribological
characteristics
alloy-based
composites
prepared
via
melting
powder
metallurgy
routes.
With
available
literature,
resistance
properties
matrix
were
observed
be
improved
by
different
addition.
Though,
behaviour
at
point
undergoes
particles
agglomeration
porosity.
Again,
issues
like
brittleness
reportedly
affect
superior
properties’
improvement
nanocomposites.
Thus,
agglomeration,
porosity,
main
drawbacks
associated
with
development
characterization
nanocomposites,
authors
concluded
study
challenges
recommendations
future
improvement.
Hence,
will
pave
way
research
opportunities
sustainable
Matéria (Rio de Janeiro),
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
30
Published: Jan. 1, 2025
ABSTRACT
The
intent
of
the
existing
research
was
to
examine
tribological
characteristics
AA2024/Aluminium
Nitride
(AlN),
synthesized
through
stir
casting
route
(SCR).
composite
specimens
were
developed
at
various
amounts
(0,
5,
10
and
15
wt.%)
AlN
particles
(P).
pin-on-disc
(POD)
wear
tester
used
predict
proposed
Metal
Matrix
Composites
(MMCs).
experiments
performed
by
considering
three
variables
such
as
load
(LD),
sliding
velocity
(SV)
distance
(SD).
Taguchi
procedure
has
been
applied
propose
plan
tests
executed
per
L16
orthogonal
array
(OA)
layout.
Signal-to-noise
(S/N)
ratio
establish
optimal
site
in
order
obtain
lesser
rate
(WR)
co-efficient
friction
(CF)
for
tested
composites.
impact
parameters
on
WR
CF
analyzed
analysis
variance
(ANOVA).
examinations
found
that
‘LD’
more
dominant
factor
with
a
contribution
75.86%,
wt.%
P
influence
75.06%,
respectively.
Frontiers in Materials,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
11
Published: July 2, 2024
Solidification
processing
of
aluminum
graphene
composite
is
an
attractive
option
for
synthesis
metal
matrix
composites.
Graphene
reinforced
composites
(GAMMCs)
are
interest
due
to
the
low
density
and
ultrahigh
physical
mechanical
properties
which
can
improve
Al-Graphene
However,
solidification
has
served
challenges,
including
agglomeration
reinforcement
porosity
resulting
in
decrease
above
0.five
three
wt%
graphene.
Also,
surface
react
with
molten
alloys
form
carbide.
Challenges
particle
distribution
frequently
caused
by
poor
wetting
melt,
requiring
additions
selected
agents.
The
other
problems
include
movement
within
melt
differences
convection
leading
nonuniform
reinforcements.
reinforcements
be
pushed
solidifying
interfaces
under
certain
conditions
during
segregation
interdendritic
regions.
paper
critically
analyzes
related
Aluminum-
not
been
done
previous
publications
aluminum-graphene
objective
this
examine
suggest
possible
solutions
addition
elements
like
silicon
magnesium
coating
metals
nickel
copper,
controlling
rate
advancement
nature
advancing
solid
liquid
interface
a
manner
that
they
engulf
dendrites
or
grains.
E3S Web of Conferences,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
507, P. 01020 - 01020
Published: Jan. 1, 2024
This
paper
explores
advancements
in
aluminum-based
composite
manufacturing
by
leveraging
ZrO2
reinforcement
through
the
Friction
Stir
Process
(FSP).
The
FSP
method,
utilizing
an
electric
field
to
enhance
sintering,
ensures
a
highly
uniform
dispersion
of
nanoparticles
within
material
matrix,
crucial
for
optimizing
mechanical
strength,
thermal
conductivity,
and
electrical
performance.
Micrograph
analysis
reveals
homogeneous
distribution
particles,
indicating
effectiveness
FSP.
Tensile
strength
improves
19.26%,
hardness
34.56%,
fatigue
22.45%,
wear
resistance
28.45%
after
integrating
via
These
enhancements
underscore
significance
nanoparticle
fortifying
aluminum
alloys
against
various
stresses
mechanisms.
findings
highlight
potential
FSP-based
techniques
tailoring
properties
composites
applications
aerospace,
automotive,
industries,
where
superior
performance
durability
are
essential.
Materials,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
17(7), P. 1600 - 1600
Published: March 31, 2024
SiC-fiber-reinforced
Al-Mg
matrix
composites
with
different
mass
fractions
of
Mg
were
fabricated
by
combining
colloidal
dispersion
a
squeeze
melt
infiltration
process.
The
microstructure,
mechanical
and
damping
properties,
the
corresponding
mechanisms
investigated.
Microstructure
analyses
found
that
SiCf/Al-Mg
presented
homogeneous
distribution
SiC
fibers,
relative
density
was
higher
than
97%
when
fraction
less
20%;
fiber–matrix
interface
bonded
well,
no
obvious
reaction
occurred
at
interface.
SiCf/Al-10Mg
composite
exhibited
best
flexural
strength
(372
MPa)
elastic
modulus
(161.7
GPa).
fracture
strain
decreased
an
increase
in
Mg.
This
could
be
attributed
to
strengthened
interfacial
bonding
due
introduction
capacity
RT
increased
dramatically
amplitude
0.001%,
which
better
alloys
similar
composition,
demonstrating
positive
effect
fiber
on
improving
composite;
temperature
beyond
200
°C
indicated
monotonic
tendency
testing
temperature.
second
phase,
formed
more
strong
pinning
points
dislocation
energy
needed
break
away
from
points.
