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42 articles for “Metal Matrix”
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Microstructural and Hardness Study of A390/20wt.% SiC Functionally Graded Metal Matrix Composite
Abstract: Functionally graded materials are the upcoming new class of advanced materials, which exhibit gradual change in the microstructure and the composition in a definite direction, and hence variation in functional performance within a part. Functionally graded metal matrix composites (FGMMC) are FGM with metal and ceramic constituents. Aluminum-Silicon alloys are well-known for their unique combination of desirable characteristics, which includes excellent castability and less density combined with good mechanical properties. …
Published in International Journal of Manufacturing and Materials Processing · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 52–58 Read article
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A Comprehensive Review of Metal Matrix Composites (MMCs)
Abstract: Abstract Metal Matrix Composites (MMCs) combine metallic matrices with reinforcing phases (ceramics, intermetallics, fibers, or particles) to achieve superior mechanical, thermal, and tribological properties compared with monolithic metals. This review surveys fabrication routes, reinforcement types, microstructural characteristics, mechanical and tribological behavior, machining challenges, applications across aerospace, automotive, electronics, and future directions including additive manufacturing, in-situ MMCs, and data-driven materials design. Critical challenges such as interface control, scalability, cost, and machinability …
Published in International Journal of Manufacturing and Materials Processing · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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Fabrication, Microstructure and Mechanical Behavior of Aluminum Alloy (LM-13) Reinforced with Nano-ZrO2 Particulate Chilled Nano-Metal Matrix Composites (CNMMCs)
Abstract: In the present research, aluminum alloy (LM13) Metal Matrix Composite (MMC) is prepared by stir casting technique and is reinforced with ZrO2 particulates in the weight percent ranging from 3 wt.% to 12 wt.% in the steps of 3 wt.%. The reinforcement i.e., ZrO2 particle size added varies between 100–200 nm. The resulting CNMMCs are solidified under the influence of copper chill of 25 mm thickness to study the effect …
Published in International Journal of Nanomaterials and Nanostructures · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 17–30 Read article
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Tribological Behavior of Chilled Aluminum Alloy (LM-13) Reinforced with Titanium Carbide (TiC) Metal Matrix Composites for Automobile Applications.
Abstract: In the present research, aluminum alloy (LM13) Metal Matrix Composite (MMC) is prepared by stir casting technique and is reinforced with titanium carbide (TiC) particulates in the weight percent ranging from 3 wt.% to 15 wt.% in the steps of 3 wt.%. The dispersoid i.e. TiC particle size added varies between 100–200 µm. The resulting MMCs were solidified under the influence of copper chill of 25 mm thickness to study …
Published in International Journal of Composite and Constituent Materials · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 24–46 Read article
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Fabrication and characterization of Aluminum-Granite-Graphite Metal Matrix Composite
Abstract: Moving machine elements are constantly subjected to wear and tear. Machine life can be improved by using hard and wear resistant materials. Most of machine elements are made of metals or alloys. These materials alone cannot meet the requirements of design of long-life machines. Naturally occurring hard materials lack the strength to withstand the machine loads. Composite materials provide the solution to such requirements. Based on requirement, a composite material …
Published in International Journal of Composite Materials and Matrices · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 20–30 Read article
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Implications of ceramic – metal matrix compose
Abstract: AbstractThis article summarizes some formatives over WC-metal matrix composite surfacing on hard as well soft alloys. Composite surface has coated by laser, plasma and electroplating. WC-Ni composite has prepared by plasma transferred arc welding on steel surface. Thickness achieved from several mm on small parts to thin deposits on large surfaces. Cu-substrate accorded WC-Ni laser cladded deposition. Laser deposition of WC-Ni-NiCr on stainless has increased wear and erosion under flowing …
Published in International Journal of Composite Materials and Matrices · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 31–37 Read article
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Assessment of Tensile and Hardness Property of AA5083/Nano-Al2O3 Metal Matrix Composites
Abstract: Al–Mg base composites reinforced with different mixtures of nano-Al2O3 particles have been fabricated by mechanical stir casting and their metallurgical and mechanical characterization has been investigated. In this investigation, the Al2O3 particulates were reinforced into the base matrix of aluminium fabricated with five levels of volume fraction such as Al/0 vol.% Al2O3, Al/2 vol.% Al2O3, Al/4 vol.% Al2O3, Al/6 vol.% Al2O3 and Al/8 vol.% Al2O3. After the Al-base-nano-composites were fabricated …
Published in International Journal of Composite Materials and Matrices · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 28–34 Read article
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Mechanical and Microstructure Properties of Al and SiC Reinforced Aluminum-Based Metal Matrix Composite
Abstract: It is becoming increasingly difficult to design new technical materials that are resistant to wear damage and corrosion degradation in severe service circumstances. Unfortunately, even with crucial passive metals, like Al alloys, there is often a compromise between wear and corrosion resistance. Because of the unfavorable galvanic connection between the precipitates and the matrix, precipitates not only harden the material but also accelerate corrosion. This research established that a supersaturated …
Published in International Journal of Metallurgy and Alloys · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 26–43 Read article
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Evaluation of Corrosion kinetics of zirconium dioxide dispersion strengthened Aluminium metal matrix composites
Abstract: The corrosion kinetics of Aluminum 7068-Zirconium dioxide composites is a major aspect for assessing the capability of utilizing the materials for aviation segments. Aluminum 7068 matrix is a particular class of composite which is known for its high strength characteristics even in critical situations and is utilized as a part of aerospace, automobile and ordinance applications. However the investigations on impact of reinforcements, for instance zirconium dioxide on corrosion conduct …
Published in International Journal of Metallurgy and Alloys · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 9–23 Read article
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Analysis of Physical Properties and Fabrication of Silicon Carbide, Graphite and Fly Ash Reinforced Metal Matrix Composites
Abstract: In the present study, a modest effort has been made to produce aluminium based silicon carbide particulate MMCs with an objective to develop a conventional low-cost method of producing MMCs and to acquire homogenous dispersion of ceramic material. To achieve these objectives step-mixing method of stir casting technique has been adopted and subsequent property analysis is performed. Al 6351 has been reinforced by silicon carbide, graphite and fly ash material, …
Published in International Journal of Manufacturing and Materials Processing · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 16–21 Read article
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OPTIMIZATION OF EDM PARAMETERS USING PARTICLE SWARM OPTIMIZATION ALGORITHM
Abstract: Aluminium metal matrix composites are increasing the applications such as automobile industries, aerospace industries ,marine as well as construction. The use of nonconventional machining techniques in shaping aluminum metal matrix composites has generated extensive interest as the manufacturing of complicated contours such as dies. Electrical discharge machining (EDM) tends to be a promising technique for machining metal matrix composites. Hybrid Al6061 composite reinforced with 10% SiC and 4% Graphite particles …
Published in International Journal of Composite and Constituent Materials · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 1–9 Read article
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Composites: The Future Generation of Aircraft Materials
Abstract: New developments in material science and its technologies find their best fulfilling areas in aircraft and space vehicles. The aviation and space industry has often been a catalyst for the development and innovation of a new material framework in its construction. The basic parameters for aerospace development are weight reduction, system-specific requirements, and low cost. Materials have an impact on the entire life cycle of an airplane, from the design …
Published in International Journal of Manufacturing and Materials Processing · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 1–10 Read article
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A Review of Recent Developments in Solid State-Based Metal Additive Manufacturing: Friction Stir Additive Technique
Abstract: In the age of machines, the whole industry needs light-weight and high strength for lighter devices, machines, etc. The core aerospace industry needs lighter materials for satellites and rockets. Friction Stir Additive Technology (FSAT)represents an innovative approach aimed at leveraging the principles of layered build (AM) layer by layer using solid state (FSW) friction stir welding technology. These represent a particular class of friction-based additive technology (FAT) and can easily …
Published in International Journal of Manufacturing and Materials Processing · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 17–25 Read article
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To Analyze and Study CNC Lathe in Turning Machining Parameters
Abstract: Metal matrix composites (MMCs) consists an important class of design which have weight-efficient structural materials that are inspiring every field of engineering applications. There has been an increasing interest in composites containing low density and low-cost reinforcements. Among various discontinuously dispersed solids used, alumina is one of the most inexpensive and low-density reinforcement available in large quantities as solid waste by-product during combustion of coal in thermal power plants. Hence, …
Published in International Journal of Mechanics and Design · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 24–29 Read article
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Data-Driven Multiscale Design of Nanostructured Composite Materials for Sustainable Engineering Applications.
Abstract: The increasing demand for high-performance, lightweight, and environmentally sustainable materials has accelerated the advancement of nanostructured composite systems in modern engineering. This study develops a comprehensive data-driven framework for the multiscale design and optimization of nanostructured composite materials, with emphasis on the interaction between structure–property relationships across nano-, micro-, and macro-scales. By integrating hybridization strategies with intelligent manufacturing techniques—such as machine learning-assisted modeling and additive fabrication—the research addresses critical limitations …
Published in International Journal of Composite and Constituent Materials · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 48–58 Read article
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Microstructural and Mechanical Behavior of Al6082/SiC/Gr Hybrid Composites
Abstract: The aim involved in designing metal matrix composite materials is to combine the desirable attributes of metals and ceramics. The present work is focused on the study of behavior of aluminum alloy (Al6082) with SiC and graphite (Gr) composites produced by the stir-casting technique. The reinforcement percentage is varied from 5% to 15% in a step of three. Microstructure test, tensile test, and hardness tests are performed on the samples …
Published in International Journal of Manufacturing and Materials Processing · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 28–40 Read article
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A Model for Plastic-Hydrolytic Damage Bioresorbable Polymer Composites
Abstract: This paper explains and assesses a recently developed constitutive model for elastic-damage that may sustain plastic-hydrolytic damage. When a metallic material is subjected to plastic strain, voids and microcracks in the metal matrix start to form, develop, and merge. This is what causes ductilitydegradation in metals. Only a few of the many models that have been presented to depict ductile failure have done a thorough analysis of the entire damage …
Published in International Journal of Composite Materials and Matrices · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 23–27 Read article
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Unity in Diversity: How Constituents Create Better Composites
Abstract: Composite materials have changed modern engineering by combining the bestqualities of their individual parts to make something stronger, lighter, and moredurable than any one part could be on its own. This paper examines the notionof "unity in diversity" concerning composite materials, highlighting how theamalgamation of distinct constituent phases—usually a matrix and areinforcement—yields synergistic qualities that single-phase materials cannotachieve. The matrix holds the reinforcement in place and protects it, while thereinforcement …
Published in International Journal of Composite and Constituent Materials · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2025 Read article
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Unity in Diversity: How Constituents Create Better Composites
Abstract: Composite materials have changed modern engineering by combining the bestqualities of their individual parts to make something stronger, lighter, and moredurable than any one part could be on its own. This paper examines the notionof "unity in diversity" concerning composite materials, highlighting how theamalgamation of distinct constituent phases—usually a matrix and areinforcement—yields synergistic qualities that single-phase materials cannotachieve. The matrix holds the reinforcement in place and protects it, while thereinforcement …
Published in International Journal of Composite and Constituent Materials · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2025 Read article
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Mechanical properties of Al-Si17Cu3.5Mg0.8 alloy fabricated by stir casting with UV and new CRSS casting process with and without T6 condition
Abstract: Aluminum-Silicon metal matrix composites are the popular materials in the vast majority of the car and modern industries on account of their low weight, high mechanical properties, and incredible wear opposition properties. In the present study, Al-Si17Cu3.5Mg0.8 alloy is fabricated by two casting processes such as stir casting with ultrasonic vibrations (RSC) and merged-rheo-stir-squeeze (CRSS) casting with and without heat treated (T6) condition. Microstructural and material characterization was explored by …
Published in International Journal of Metallurgy and Alloys · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 15–24 Read article