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• Published Subscription Original Research 30 May 2026

  Mechanical Characterization and Machinability Optimization of Stir-Cast Al6061–SiC Metal Matrix Composites

  By B. Suresh Kumar Reddy, B. Subba Rao, PVR Girish Kumar, S. Gajanana, B. Ravi Kumar

  Abstract: This study presents the fabrication, mechanical characterization, metallurgical analysis, and machinability optimization of Aluminum 6061 reinforced with Silicon Carbide (SiC) metal matrix composites (MMCs) at three weight fractions: 5%, 7.5%, and 10%. Composites were manufactured using the stir casting technique, followed by comprehensive mechanical testing (tensile, hardness, and impact), optical microscopy, and scanning electron microscopy (SEM). Machinability was assessed through turning experiments on a lathe using an L9 Taguchi orthogonal …

  Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2026 Read article →