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41 articles for “Magnesium alloys”
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An Overview on Synthesis of Magnesium alloy based Metal Matrix Composites
Abstract: Magnesium alloy based composites are viewed as potential candidates for various applications in automobile, aerospace and defense sectors. Magnesium alloys majorly consisting of magnesium with fractional quantities of aluminum, zinc and manganese, are popularly used in light weight applications. This alloy can be reinforced with many of the ceramic oxides such as silicon nitride (Si3N4), Titanium carbide (TiC) etc in various forms to improve its mechanical and tribological properties. Currently …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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A COMPREHENSIVE REVIEW OF NOVELTY OF FRICTION STIR WELDING OF ALUMINIUM – MAGNESIUM ALLOYS FOR ADVANCED ENGINEERING APPLICATIONS
Abstract: Aluminum and magnesium based alloys are majorly finding their applications in industries like automobile, aerospace and sports applications. The joining of these dissimilar alloys is very difficult by using traditional fusion welding technique inherently because of the “brittle Inter Metallic Compounds (IMC)” like Mg2Al3 and Mg17Al12. In order to enhance the joint strength, the formation of inter metallic compounds due to friction stir welding has to be characterized at the …
Published in Journal of Thin Films, Coating Science Technology & Application · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 7–14 Read article
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Enhancement in Surface Properties of Magnesium Alloy after Electroless Ternary Alloy Nano Composite Coating
Abstract: AZ91 Magnesium alloys have exceptional rigidity, low density, and electromagnetic protection properties, making them ideal for usage in numerous industrial components. But Magnesium alloys specially AZ91 have a significant disadvantage in terms of corrosion and hardness, which restricts their practical uses. One of the most recent ways for improving the corrosion and hardness of Mg alloys is electro-less nano-coating. This study investigates the hardness and corrosion properties of AZ91 Magnesium …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 8–13 Read article
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Review on Investigation of Tailor Welded Blanks of Dissimilar Aluminum-Magnesium Alloys and Hybrid Carbon Composites
Abstract: Reduction in weight, better fuel efficiency and cost effectiveness are the salient attractive features of Aluminum-Magnesium alloys and carbon composite materials. By making use of tailor welded blanks of dis similar materials of different strengths at appropriate locations in automobile outer body, one can achieve these objectives. At the same time, fabrication of these Tailor Welded blanks of Aluminum-Magnesium alloys, next generation carbon composite materials by usual fusion welding processes …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 66–73 Read article
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Experimental and Numerical Investigation of Corrosion-Induced Failures in Copper-Tin Alloy (Cu-Sn) and Aluminum-Magnesium Alloy (Al-Mg) Connectors: A Stress–Corrosion Coupling Analysis
Abstract: The utilization of an integrated experimental and finite element modelling (FEM) methodology, this study investigates the degradation and failure mechanisms in polymer composite electrical connectors exposed to aggressive environmental conditions. Epoxy- and polyamide-based composites, reinforced with carbon and glass fibers, were subjected to accelerated salt spray and humidity–temperature cycles to simulate prolonged outdoor exposure. Electrochemical and environmental aging experiments revealed that chloride ions and moisture ingress were responsible for matrix …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 366–379 Read article
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Enhanced Mechanical Properties of AZ31 Magnesium Alloy Composite Reinforced with Carbon Nanotubes and Nano hydroxyapatite
Abstract: Magnesium alloys represent a novel category of biodegradable materials, offering numerous advantages in addressing the limitations associated with conventional biomedical materials. Magnesium-based metallic biomaterials offer a promising solution for fixing fractures, ensuring effective treatment without the inconvenience of subsequent implant removal procedures. In the present work, AZ31 Mg-alloy was chosen as the base material. Five specimens were meticulously fabricated, each varying in weight percentages of reinforcement materials: 0wt%, 0.5wt%, 1wt%, …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 4, 2026 · pp. 206–217 Read article
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Process Parameter Optimization of Magnesium Alloy Material Welded by Friction Stir Welding Using UTM and Taghuchi Approach
Abstract: Welding is a fabrication process where materials are fused together which may similar or dissimilar according to requirement. Welding is a systematic approach where dissimilar and similar materials are welded with an application of heat. Friction stir welding (FSW) is a welding method where metals are converting to a molten phase and with a desirable application of pressure leads to metal joining. FSW is a metal joining process used in …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 11, Issue 8, 2023 · pp. 381–392 Read article
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Effect of Pin Profile on Microstructure and Mechanical Properties of Friction Stir Welded AZ31B Magnesium Alloy
Abstract: Friction Stir Welding (FSW) is a solid state welding technique which was developed primarily for joining soft metal alloys. The aim of the present work was to develop a defect free friction stir joint of magnesium AZ31B sheets and to investigate the microstructural and mechanical properties of the weld. Two types of tool pins namely cylindrical and truncated conical pin profiled tools have been used to analyze its effect on …
Published in Journal of Materials & Metallurgical Engineering · Vol. 6, Issue 3, 2016 · pp. 1–11 Read article
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Minor Scandium - Zirconium Impacts on Aluminum-6 Magnesium Cast Alloys
Abstract: Minor additions of scandium and zirconium alloy can not only improve strength and fracture toughness of the Al–6 Mg alloys, but also transform the age hardening characteristics for structural applications. If this impact were substantial, the enriched Al–6 Mg castings could be a potent material for futuristic transport sector, looking to higher specific strength and abundant availability in Indian/ global scenario. This work reports the effect of scandium and zirconium …
Published in Journal of Materials & Metallurgical Engineering · Vol. 1, Issue 1-3, 2011 · pp. 61–71 Read article
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Study on Hot Working Characteristics and Deformation Response of as Cast AZ91 Mg Alloys
Abstract: The deformation response of magnesium alloy AZ91 was investigated by means of hot compression tests. The flow curves were obtained in the temperature and strain rate range of 300–500°C and 0.001–1 s-1, respectively. The processing maps of the studied material were obtained by interpreting them on the basis of the dynamic material model. The activation energy maps were developed based on Lyapounov’s function and the safe processing zones were confirmed …
Published in Journal of Materials & Metallurgical Engineering · Vol. 1, Issue 1-3, 2011 · pp. 112–122 Read article
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Analysis of fabrication methods on Mg-based MMCs –A Review
Abstract: Magnesium is an essential material for resolving the applications in automotive applications such as in the use of gearbox bearings, casting dies etc. In the current studies, various researchers have made efforts to improvise the casting methods and to invent new fabrication procedures for Mg metal matrix composites (MMCs). This paper shows a basic study of fabrication methods of Mg-based MMCs. Such as pressureless infiltration, mechanical alloying, stir casting etc. …
Published in Trends in Mechanical Engineering & Technology · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 101–108 Read article
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Characterization of Aluminum Metal-Matrix Composite with SiC and B4C Reinforcement with Different Weight Percentage
Abstract: Metal Matrix Composites (MMCs) have been prepared by compo casting method. The effect of matrix material on the wettability/compatibility of refinement with matrix is studied. Silicon and boron ceramic particles were used as reinforcement in aluminum matrices. The study of density, micro-hardness and the tensile strength has been done in order to characterize the same. It is found that Al-SiC MMC shows an increase in density with increasing weight percentage …
Published in Journal of Experimental & Applied Mechanics · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Processing and Properties of In situ Synthesized Reinforcements in Molten Magnesium
Abstract: In situ synthesized reinforcements for magnesium composites are an attractive area of research especially due to the inherent advantages of the process. Various reinforcements such as intermetallics and ceramics have proved their effectiveness in magnesium by imparting higher mechanical and tribological properties to the metal matrix. Fabrication of reinforcements in molten magnesium matrix is a very critical area owing to large scale production prospective and ease of implementation. This paper …
Published in Journal of Materials & Metallurgical Engineering · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2013 · pp. 25–33 Read article
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A Novel Technique for Improved Recovery of Mg-Analysis of the Microstructure and Physical Properties
Abstract: Aluminium-Magnesium alloys are used widely in industrial applications as well as for the preparation of metal matrix composite because of their low density and high specific strength. Magnesium has a low boiling point and the recovery of magnesium is poor when it is added in pure form particularly as cheaply available turnings to the liquid metal. Magnesium is added to aluminium for increasing its wettability and thus helping in uniformly …
Published in Journal of Materials & Metallurgical Engineering · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2013 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Corrosion Measurement and Hardness Test of Magnesium-Tri Calcium Phosphate Composite Fabricated by Stir Casting
Abstract: Magnesium MMC is preferred in applications requiring high-quality materials and has replaced monolithic materials. Bio-implants traditionally used are titanium, steel, and nickel-titanium alloys, however, their removal necessitates surgery, which is costly and painful. While biodegradable 3D-printed implants are effective and eliminate the need for a second surgery, they remain expensive. After several studies to solve this issue, the development of biodegradable implants is considered. Magnesium possesses good biodegradable properties. An …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 436–447 Read article
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Plunger Technique: A New Approach to Stir Casting AMMC Preparation
Abstract: Metal matrix composites (MMCs) are materials that are highly attractive for large range of hi-tech engineering applications. Keeping this in mind, materials for the present investigation were prepared by a drastically modified stir-casting technique where the usual solid shaft stirrer was replaced by a hollow/tubular spindle-stirring mechanism through which silicon carbide particulates in small cylindrical capsule were introduced to the aluminum-magnesium alloy matrix with the help of a plunger rod …
Published in Journal of Materials & Metallurgical Engineering · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2013 · pp. 26–32 Read article
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DESIGN AND ANALYSIS OF WHEEL RIM
Abstract: Design of wheel rims of the automobiles plays an important role in safety point of view and need more focus in proper designing. Selection of wear and impact resistant materials plays an important role in stability of the wheel rim. The design of wheel rims involves many factors like proper section of material, design shape, supporting ribs etc. It should be strong enough to withstand wear and shock loads at …
Published in Trends in Mechanical Engineering & Technology · Vol. 12, Issue 3, 2022 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Weldability of Aluminium Alloy Using Tungsten Inert Gas Welding Process for Mechanical Properties: A Review
Abstract: Metal components are joined using heat or pressure in TIG welding, sometimes referred toas Gas Tungsten Arc Welding. Pulsed current welding utilises inert gas for enclose the weld pools and electrodes. The intricate welding procedure known as TIG welding uses tungsten inert gas. It switches and forth between high and low level amps. Here, the weld quality and power output improve when the current is increased. Pulsed current TIG welding …
Published in Journal of Materials & Metallurgical Engineering · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 15–26 Read article
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STATIC STRUCTURAL ANALYSIS OF TURBOCHARGER TURBINE
Abstract: This research is done to detect the best material for the advancement of engine. This is based on types of material used for different speed varying from 50,000rpm - 80,000rpm at different mass flow rate of air i.e., 0.06kg/s & 0.08kg/s. In this research paper two material are used. The two materials are INCONEL & NIMONIC80A.Previously, various alloys are their which had been used like Titanium Alloys and Magnesium Alloys. …
Published in Journal of Experimental & Applied Mechanics · Vol. 9, Issue 3, 2018 Read article
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A Review on The Role of Nanoparticles in Modifying Mg Alloys and Composites
Abstract: Reviewing and assessing magnesium's uses in the automobile sector, which have the potential to greatly improve fuel efficiency and environmental preservation, is the goal of this study. The report provides an overview of magnesium alloys' present benefits, drawbacks, technological obstacles, and future prospects in the automobile sector. The development of magnesium matrix composites has advanced to a new level thanks to the magnesium matrix nanocomposites' exceptional mechanical qualities. Dispersing nanoparticles …
Published in International Journal of Fracture Mechanics and Damage Science · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 24–32 Read article