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180 articles for “Alloy composition”
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Critical Review of Fatigue Properties of Friction Stir Welds of Aluminum Alloys
Abstract: Friction Stir Welding (FSW) is a solid state welding technique being developed for various metals and alloys. It allows joining of high strength aluminum alloys which is generally difficult to weld with conventional welding techniques. This joining technique is energy efficient, environment friendly, and versatile. FSW is considered to be the most significant development in metal joining in a decade. It is expected to have various weld properties to meet …
Published in Journal of Materials & Metallurgical Engineering · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2014 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Enhanced Synthesis Methods and Comprehensive Material Response Analysis in Alloy-Infused Nanocomposites
Abstract: This study looks into the most advanced ways to make alloy-infused nanocomposites and how they react to different materials. It focuses on how these nanocomposites can be used to process and make plastics and composites. A lot of people are interested in alloy-infused nanocomposites because they have better mechanical, thermal, and electrical qualities than regular composites. The goal of this study is to improve the methods used for making nanocomposites …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 12, Issue 4, 2024 · pp. 175–191 Read article
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A Study of Macrostructure and Wear Behavior of AL7075-B4C MMC Using DoE Method
Abstract: Metal matrix composites are advanced materials produced by combining two or more constituents. In that the major phase called matrix alloy and the other is, generally, ceramic reinforcement. AA7075- B4C Composites are popular in automotive, aerospace and defense fields because of their high strength-to-weight ratio, wear resistance, etc. Present work is focused on the study of wear behavior of Aluminum 7075 Alloy with B4C composites prepared by using Stir Casting …
Published in Trends in Mechanical Engineering & Technology · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 25–32 Read article
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Fabrication and Analysis of Al 7075 Based Metal Matrix Composites - A Review
Abstract: Aluminium 7075 alloys are extensively used in aerospace, marine, aviation, and automotive industries due to their superior mechanical properties, high strength-to-weight ratio, and low density. However, to further enhance their performance, aluminium-7075 metal matrix composites (AMMCs) are developed by incorporating various reinforcements. This paper focuses on the influence of reinforcements on the mechanical, tribological, and corrosion behavior of AMMCs. The study examines fabrication techniques, particularly the stir casting method, which …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 1–12 Read article
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Thermal Spray Coating an alternative coating solution in place of The Traditional Hot Dipped Galvanizing Process in Present Industrial Scenario
Abstract: In present scenario the Thermal Spray Coating is prestigious alternative solution to replace traditional Hot Dipped Galvanizing Coating as an alternative solution for new and existing structures in industries and offering a range of benefits for long durability and maintenance free solution for more than 25 years in service. There is no weld life for site application in case of Hot Dip Galvanized Structure and may customers have issue with …
Published in Journal of Thin Films, Coating Science Technology & Application · Vol. 11, Issue 3, 2024 · pp. 08–15 Read article
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Surface Modification by Electro-discharge Coating and Its Characterisation
Abstract: Applications of coated surface are swiftly increasing in present industrial context. Recently, the electro-discharge route is being explored for surface modification in terms of alloying and layer deposition. Electro-discharge machining parameters and response to surface deposition is of the research interest in electro-discharge coating. In this regard, electro-discharged surface modifications have been characterized in the present investigations. The effect of relevant EDM parameters (current, Pulse duration, duty factor, density of …
Published in Trends in Mechanical Engineering & Technology · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2013 · pp. 43–50 Read article
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Investigation, Fabrication and Testing of Spur Gear Using Composite Material
Abstract: Composite materials constitute one of the favorable, efficacious material zones for tomorrow’s sustainable future through identification of materials with higher strength to weight ratio. A composite material is combination of two or more different materials with varied qualities that work together to create a material that is better than the sum of its parts. Therefore, finding some alternative material for various mechanical applications to accelerate the Indian composite industry is …
Published in Journal of Experimental & Applied Mechanics · Vol. 16, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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A Study on Friction Stir Processing Effected on Hardness and Tensile Properties When Single Pass and Double Pass Is Considered Using Al 6061 And Steel Material
Abstract: The principle of friction stir welding was initially employed to build the emerging technology known as friction stir processing, or FSP. FSP has shown to be a successful method of developing face mixes and increasing the material's mechanical parcels. Aluminum blends are among those accoutrements over which the FSP can be performed successfully. The study comprised the careful processing of steel and Al 6061 samples using both single and double …
Published in International Journal of Fracture Mechanics and Damage Science · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 16–23 Read article
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Wear and Tribological Characteristics of Novel Metal Matrix Composites
Abstract: The development of advanced metal matrix composites (MMCs) with enhanced tribological performance has become increasingly important due to the premature failure of critical engineering components operating under severe wear conditions in automotive, aerospace, marine, defense, and power generation systems. Conventional composites such as Copper–Alumina and Aluminium–Silicon Carbide have demonstrated improved mechanical and wear characteristics; however, their widespread application is often limited by issues including particle agglomeration, non-uniform reinforcement distribution, porosity …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 1326–1346 Read article
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The Effect of Welding Parameters and Tool Geometry on Mechanical Properties of RZ5-10 wt% TiC FSW Joint
Abstract: Friction Stir Welding (FSW) of metal matrix composite (MMC) provides the grain refinement and reinforcement redistribution of the composite used for wide application in aerospace and structural. This wide application needs development of best-suited joining process for MMC which is complicated to unite by the traditional welding process. The paper observed the consequence of the welding parameters and tools’ geometry on the mechanical properties of the friction stir butt welded …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 4, 2026 · pp. 81–94 Read article
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EFFECT OF Scandium and Zirconium ADDITIONS ON HARDNESS AND CORROSION RESISTANCE OF AA5083 Alloy
Abstract: This study investigates the hardness and corrosion resistance of modified AA5083. Stir casting with cold rolled condition was applied to prepare the four compositions, namely AA5083 alloy, modified AA5083 alloy with 0.2wt.%Sc-0.1wt.%Zr, modified AA5083 alloy with 0.4wt.%Sc-0.1wt.%Zr alloy, and modified AA5083 alloy with 0.6wt.%Sc-0.1wt.%Zr alloy. Alloying with Sc-Zr has a strong influence on the hardness of AA5083 alloy and corrosion resistance.
Published in Journal of Materials & Metallurgical Engineering · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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Mechanical Characterization of Al6061 Hybrid Composites Reinforced with Boron Carbide and Fly Ash via Stir Casting
Abstract: The growing demand for lightweight, cost-effective, and high-performance materials in structural and automotive sectors has accelerated the development of hybrid metal matrix composites (HMMCs). This study investigates Al6061 alloy as the matrix material, reinforced with varying weight fractions of boron carbide (B₄C), a high-hardness ceramic, and fly ash, an economical industrial byproduct, to assess their synergistic effects on mechanical properties. Hybrid composites were synthesized using the stir casting technique to …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 1711–1719 Read article
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Fabrication and Optimization of Process Parameters for Friction Stir Welding AA7075+10%wt.SiC Composite by Taugchi Method
Abstract: Aluminium alloy 7075 as matrix and silicon carbide (SiC) as reinforcement has been widely used in aircrafts and space industries because of high strength to weight ratio. Fusion welding of this Aluminium Metal Matrix Composite (MMC) will lead to many problems such as porosity, micro-fissuring and hot cracking. However, friction stir welding (FSW) can be used to weld this MMC without above mentioned defects. Objective of this investigation are fabrication …
Published in Journal of Experimental & Applied Mechanics · Vol. 9, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 102–112 Read article
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Mechanical Behavioral Analysis of Sugarcane Bagasse, Coconut Fiber and Kevlar Fiber Reinforced Composite with Micrographs
Abstract: Asbestos and alloys are materials that are frequently used as brake pads; however, because these materials pose risks to human health and the environment, including lung cancer, it is necessary to replace the materials used in brake pads. In place of the current brake pads, composite fibers such as kevlar, sugarcane bagasse, and coconut are studied in this study. The procedure of manually laying up composite molding is used to …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2026 · pp. 282–296 Read article
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Wear Behavior and Mechanical Characterization of Pure Aluminum Reinforced with RHA by Using Powder Metallurgy Method
Abstract: In recent years, composites made from aluminum and its alloys have gained significant attention due to their optimal blend of low weight, high strength, impressive toughness, enhanced thermal stability, straightforward casting processes, superior corrosion resistance, and availability compared to unreinforced aluminum and its alloys. These aluminum-based composites are widely utilized in producing components for industries such as automotive, aerospace, marine, and nuclear. Rice husk ash (RHA) is a fine, powdery …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 6, 2025 · pp. 495–502 Read article
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Studies on Erosion Wear Behavior of Aluminum-3 Magnesium-10 Silicon Carbide Composite
Abstract: Aluminum-based metal matrix composites (MMCs) offer potential for advanced structural applications when high specific strength and modulus as well as good elevated temperature resistance along with light weight are important. In the present work, aluminum alloy-silicon carbide composite (Al-3Mg-10SiC) is developed using the stir-casting technique and is subjected to study the wear behavior. Solid particle erosion on Al-3Mg-10SiC was conducted. Implementation of design of experiments (through Taguchi and statistical techniques) …
Published in Journal of Materials & Metallurgical Engineering · Vol. 3, Issue 3, 2013 · pp. 39–50 Read article
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Optimization of EDM Process Parameters with Aluminium-Fly Ash Composite using Taguchi method
Abstract: Aluminium based fly ash composites have gained huge popularity over the aluminum and its alloy. These aluminium based composites are being widely used in various applications such as automotive parts, machine cover, frames and ducts etc. Fly ash addition not only makes aluminium harder, stronger, stiffer and more wear resistant but also saves energy consumption and helps in cutting down green house emissions by utilizing almost freely available fly ash …
Published in Trends in Mechanical Engineering & Technology · Vol. 6, Issue 3, 2016 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Fabrication and characterization of Tensile properties ofaluminium 5083/silicon carbide/fly ash composites for advanced engineering applications
Abstract: The present work includes the fabrication of hybrid Metal Matrix Composite materials by consolidating the attractive traits of Metals, Ceramics and byproducts of combustion in power plants. More often than not, when no less than two reinforcements are introduced into the matrix phase, it is known as a hybrid composite and current research focuses on fabrication and characterization of composite materials. Aluminum Metal Matrix Composites with Silicon carbide reinforcements are …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 6–9 Read article
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A Review Paper on Friction Stir Processing on Aluminium Alloys
Abstract: Friction stir processing is a step from friction stir welding, targeted at surface modification through improving the local microstructure via localized plastic deformation. The tool consists of a rotating mechanism incorporating a shoulder and pin that are inserted into the material, traversing the designated area. When the tool's shoulder and the workpiece make contact, friction develops, generating heat that produces plastic deformation. This localized plastic deformation and heat impact result …
Published in International Journal of Fracture Mechanics and Damage Science · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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Comparative Study of Machining Parameters on Electrical Discharge Machining of Inconel 718 using Copper and Copper-Tungsten Electrode
Abstract: The present scenario in all the manufacturing industries is to make a priority list to cope up the challenges imposed by the superior materials like alloys, ceramics and composite materials which have difficulty in machining. In this study, comparison of experimental results which is found by optimization of machining parameters on material removal and tool wear rate along with two different electrodes material such as copper and copper tungsten for …
Published in Trends in Electrical Engineering · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 46–53 Read article