scholarly journals Investigations on the Tribological Performance of A390 Alloy Hybrid Aluminum Matrix Composite

2018 ◽  
Author(s):  
Abhilash Edacherian ◽  
Ali Algahtani ◽  
Vineet Tirth
Keyword(s):  
Hybrid Composites ◽  
Aluminum Matrix ◽  
Particulate Composite ◽  
Casting Process ◽  
Stir Casting ◽  
Aluminum Matrix Composite ◽  
Tribological Performance ◽  
Processing Route ◽  
Soft Phase ◽  
A390 Alloy

Several challenges stand in the way of production of Metal Matrix Composites (MMCs) such as higher processing temperatures, particulate mixing, particulate-matrix interface bonding issues and ability to process into desired geometrical shapes. Although there are many literatures showing composites with single particulate reinforcements, the studies on composites with multiple reinforcing agents (hybrid composites) are found to be limited. Development of a hybrid particulate composite with optimized mechanical and tribological properties is very significant to suit modern engineering applications. In this study, Al-Si hypereutectic alloy (A390) is used as the matrix and Silicon Carbide (SiC) and Graphite (Gr) and Molybdenum di-Sulphide (MoS2) are used as particulates. Particulate volume (wt%) is varied and sample test castings are made using squeeze casting process through stir casting processing route. The evaluation of mechanical properties indicates that presence of both the hard phase (SiC) and the soft phase has distinct effect on the properties of Hybrid Composite. Composite samples were characterized to understand the performance and to meet the tribological applications. Fractography study indicated an intra-granular brittle fracture for hybrid composites. Wear study shows that Hybrid MMCs has better tribological performance compared to that of A390 alloy.

scholarly journals Investigations of the Tribological Performance of A390 Alloy Hybrid Aluminum Matrix Composite

Materials ◽  
2018 ◽  
Vol 11 (12) ◽  
pp. 2524 ◽  
Author(s):  
Abhilash Edacherian ◽  
Ali Algahtani ◽  
Vineet Tirth
Keyword(s):  
Hybrid Composites ◽  
Aluminum Matrix ◽  
Particulate Composite ◽  
Tribological Performance ◽  
Processing Route ◽  
Dry Sliding Wear ◽  
Aluminum Matrix Composites ◽  
Matrix Composites ◽  
Soft Phase ◽  
A390 Alloy

Several challenges stand in the way of the production of metal matrix composites (MMCs) such as higher processing temperatures, particulate mixing, particulate–matrix interface bonding issues, and the ability to process into desired geometrical shapes. Although there are many studies showing composites with single particulate reinforcements, studies on composites with multiple reinforcing agents (hybrid composites) are found to be limited. Development of a hybrid particulate composite with optimized mechanical and tribological properties is very significant to suit modern engineering applications. In this study, Al–Si hypereutectic alloy (A390) was used as the matrix and silicon carbide (SiC), graphite (Gr), and molybdenum di-sulphide (MoS2) were used as particulates. Particulate volume (wt %) was varied and sample test castings were made using a squeeze casting process through a stir casting processing route. The evaluation of the mechanical testing indicates that the presence of both the hard phase (SiC) and the soft phase had distinct effect on the properties of the hybrid aluminum matrix composites (HAMCs). Composite samples were characterized to understand the performance and to meet the tribological applications. The 3D profilometry of the fractured surfaces revealed poor ductility and scanning electron microscopy fractography study indicated an intra-granular brittle fracture for HAMCs. Also, the dry sliding wear tests indicated that the newly developed HAMCs had better tribological performance compared to that of A390 alloy.

Copper Effect on Mechanical Properties of Al-CNF Composite Material Elaborated by Liquid Metallurgy with Induction Melting

2018 ◽  
Vol 941 ◽  
pp. 2018-2023
Author(s):  
Paul Royes ◽  
Nicolas Masquelier ◽  
Thierry Breville ◽  
David Balloy
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
Yield Strength ◽  
Carbon Nanofibers ◽  
Aluminum Matrix ◽  
Casting Process ◽  
Stir Casting ◽  
Aluminum Matrix Composite ◽  
Strength Increase ◽  
Induction Melting ◽  
Coated Carbon

Aluminum-Carbon nanoFibers (CNF) composites produce by stir casting process present a yield strengths (YS) and an ultimate tensile strength (UTS) improved up to 33%. The hardening of the Al-CNF composite was considered as the sum of elementary contributions of effects: natural hardness of pure Al; grain size; dislocation density; elements in solid solution; CNF. In order to quantify CNF effect, calculation was performed to quantify the contribution to yield strength of each other’s mechanisms. This theoretical calculation was compared to experimental results and the real effect of CNF on yield strength increase was estimated between 10 and 16%. Figure SEQ Figure \* ARABIC 1: Graphical Abstract (copper dots on CNF / stir casting process / contributions to hardening) Keywords: Aluminum matrix composite; copper-coated carbon nanofibers; liquid metallurgy elaboration; mechanical properties; hardening effect

Optimization of Stirring Parameters Through Numerical Simulation for the Preparation of Aluminum Matrix Composite by Stir Casting Process

2010 ◽  
Vol 132 (6) ◽  
Author(s):  
Hai Su ◽  
Wenli Gao ◽  
Hui Zhang ◽  
Hongbo Liu ◽  
Jian Lu ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Numerical Simulation ◽  
Flow Pattern ◽  
Matrix Composite ◽  
Process Parameters ◽  
Flow Behavior ◽  
Aluminum Matrix ◽  
Suitable Condition ◽  
Casting Process ◽  
Stir Casting ◽  
Aluminum Matrix Composite

The flow behavior of the fluid has a significant effect on the particle distribution in the solid-liquid mixing vessel. The stir casting process is generally conducted in a closed crucible, in which the flow pattern is invisible. Therefore, numerical simulation is a forceful tool to guide the experimental research. In the present study, the fluid flow in the stirred crucible during stir casting has been simulated using finite element method. The effects of some important stirring process parameters, such as the blade angle, rotating speed, the diameter of the impeller, and the stirrer geometry, on the flowing characteristics of the molten matrix have been investigated in order to achieve the effective flow pattern to uniformly disperse the ceramic particles in the molten matrix. The simulation results show that the process parameters have significant effects on the flow behavior of the fluid in the stirred crucible. The various combinations of these parameters are beneficial to generate a suitable condition for the composite casting. Further experimental investigation reveals that the present work can provide a guide for the industrial preparation of aluminum matrix composite with a uniform particle reinforcement distribution by stir casting process.

Fabrication and Microstructure Study of Aluminum Matrix Composites Reinforced with SiC and B4C Particulates

2017 ◽  
Vol 16 ◽  
pp. 26-29 ◽  
Author(s):  
Gurpreet Singh Saini ◽  
Sanjeev Goyal
Keyword(s):  
Hybrid Composites ◽  
Aluminum Matrix ◽  
Base Material ◽  
Casting Process ◽  
Stir Casting ◽  
Aluminum Matrix Composites ◽  
Matrix Composites ◽  
The Matrix ◽  
Sic Composites ◽  
Xrd Patterns

In the present paper aluminum matrix composites were fabricated using base material AA6082-T6. SiC and B4C particulates were used as reinforcement to obtain hybrid and non-hybrid composites through the conventional stir casting process. AA6082-T6/SiC composites with 5, 10, 15 and 20 wt % of SiC; AA6082-T6/B4C composites with 5, 10, 15 and 20 wt % of B4C and AA6082-T6/(SiC+B4C) hybrid composites with 5, 10, 15 and 20 wt % of (SiC+B4C) taking equal fraction of SiC and B4C were made and the microstructure study was carried out. X-Ray diffraction (XRD) patterns revels the presence of reinforcement within the matrix along with some other compounds. The microstructure of the fabricated composites was examined with the help of Scanning electron microscope (SEM) and the micrographs revealed that the dispersion of reinforced particles was reasonably uniform at all weight percentages.

scholarly journals Evaluation of Mechanical Properties of AA7075 /Al2O3/Mg Hybrid Composites

2019 ◽  
Vol 8 (6) ◽  
pp. 5044-5046 ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
Hybrid Composites ◽  
Casting Process ◽  
Stir Casting ◽  
Tensile Behaviour ◽  
Matrix Composites ◽  
Compression Behavior ◽  
Weight Percentage ◽  
Fea Simulation ◽  
Alloy Metal

The present work was planned to evaluate the mechanical properties of alumina reinforced aluminium alloy such hardness and compression behavior of al2o3 /aa7075 alloy metal matrix composites. Both, experimental and finite element analyses were carried out to establish tensile behaviour of the composites with different weight percentage of al2o3 fabricated by the stir casting process. The results concluded that addition of alumina to the aa7075 improves the mechanical properties of the composite. Further the results of FEA simulation of the composites are close to the actual results which shows that cost and time can be reduced if FEA is performed

Investigation of mechanical properties and tribological performance of Al-LSP and Al-Al2O3 composite

2021 ◽  
Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽  
Author(s):  
Lokanadham Dharmana ◽  
Venkata Subbaiah Kambagowni
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
Optimal Condition ◽  
Casting Process ◽  
Stir Casting ◽  
Tribological Performance ◽  
Connecting Rod ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Specific Strength ◽  
Error Band ◽  
Structural Applications

Purpose This study aims to develop the Al-Si-Mg metal matrix composite, reinforced distinctly with lime stone powder (LSP; 12% by weight) and Al2O3 (12% by weight), and compare their mechanical properties and tribological performance. Design/methodology/approach The composites are fabricated through stir casting process. In view of the previous work, the Al-LSP composite with LSP reinforcement (12 Wt.%) shows enhanced mechanical properties and tribological performance, as compared with other weight percentages. Findings Though the Al-LSP composite is less expensive, it shows similar hardness, tensile strength and specific strength, when compared with Al- Al2O3 composite. However, the Al-LSP composite exhibits significant enhancement of above three properties, when compared with Al-Si-Mg metal. The systematic factorial design of experiments is obtained through Taguchi OA [L9]. The tribological performance is estimated through wear rate (WR-mm3/m) and coefficient of friction (CF) by varying the operating parameters of sliding distance (SD), load (L) and sliding velocity (SV). According to ANOVA results, the optimal condition of WR for all the tested materials is L1SD3SV1. Further, the optimal condition of CF is L1SD1SV3 for Al-LSP and Al-Si-Mg metal, while L2SD3SV2 is for Al-Al2O3 composite. The regression equation predicts the measured experimental values within error band of ± 8 percentage. Originality/value A comparison of two composite materials (Al-LSP and Al-Al2O3) with same weight fractions (12%) shows almost same trend in both the mechanical and tribological testing process. However, the developed Al-LSP composite exhibited better properties than the Al-Al2O3 and Al-base. Therefore, Al-LSP can be suggested for automotive applications (i.e., connecting rod, cylinder liners, camshaft) and structural applications (such as frames, over hanging supports), without compromising in desirable original with properties of constituents in the new material, which is achievable for looking to the end uses.

scholarly journals Effect of Reinforcement Material on Properties of Manufactured Aluminum Matrix Composite Using Stir Casting Route

2020 ◽  
Vol 27 ◽  
pp. 62-68
Author(s):  
Hammar Ilham Akbar ◽  
Eko Surojo ◽  
Dody Ariawan ◽  
Galang Ariyanto Putra ◽  
Reyhan Tri Wibowo
Keyword(s):  
Matrix Composite ◽  
Aluminum Matrix ◽  
Stir Casting ◽  
Aluminum Matrix Composite ◽  
Reinforcement Material

Development and Property Evaluation of Chilled MMC Prepared with LM25 as Matrix and SiO2 (Glass) Particulates as Dispersoids

2015 ◽  
Vol 1101 ◽  
pp. 85-88
Author(s):  
R. Suresh
Keyword(s):  
Fracture Toughness ◽  
Metal Matrix ◽  
Aluminum Matrix ◽  
Particulate Composite ◽  
Stir Casting ◽  
Volumetric Heat Capacity ◽  
Casting Technique ◽  
Property Evaluation ◽  
Particulate Reinforced ◽  
Test Result

Main objective of the present work is to investigate the effect of dispersiod content and the effect of chill on the mechanical properties of chilled MMC with LM25 as matrix and SiO2as dispersoid. Investigation is carried out to evaluate Ultimate Tensile Strength (UTS), Fracture toughness, Hardness, and microstructure of chilled aluminum matrix and Glass particulate composite. The glass (SiO2) particles ranging from 30-to100µm were chosen as dispersiod and added, ranging from 3to 12wt% in steps of 3%. The composite was prepared by stir-casting technique and poured into the sand molds incorporated with non-metallic and metallic chills. Test result showed that this MMC was greatly influenced by the dispersiod and chills. Fracture toughness & UTS of the composite are found to depend on the wt% of the dispersiod and chilling medium. It is observed that chill has influenced hardness of the composite. Volumetric heat capacity (VHC) of the chill is found to increase the amount of heat absorbed. Microstructure analysis has reveled uniform distribution of the dispersiod, which results in improved properties of the particulate reinforced metal matrix composite.

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