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22 articles for “metallurgical test”
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Fatigue Study of Friction Stir Welded and TIG Welded AA 6061 Alloy Similar Joints
Abstract: In this study, Al-Mg-Si alloy plates in 4 mm thickness that are particularly used for aerospace and automotive industries were welded using Tungsten Inert Gas (TIG) welding and Friction Stir Welding (FSW) methods as similar joints with one side pass with parameters of varying tool rotation, weld speed and 2.3 degree tool tilt angle. Tensile tests results showed high yield stress values for FSW joints. Micro Vickers hardness test gave …
Published in Trends in Mechanical Engineering & Technology · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 12–21 Read article
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Contribution Of Indian Historical Technology To Development The AI
Abstract: The Indus Valley Civilization (3300–1300 BCE) was among the first in the world to develop advanced metallurgy. They created bronze tools, copper vessels, and intricate metal ornaments. A testament to ancient Indian metallurgy, this rust-resistant iron pillar, built during the Gupta Empire, still stands without significant corrosion, demonstrating an advanced understanding of material science. The study examines key texts and technologies, including Panini’s Ashtadhyayi (a formal system of grammar resembling …
Published in OmniScience: A Multi-disciplinary Journal · Vol. 15, Issue 3, 2025 Read article
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Fabrication and Experimental Investigation on Mechanical Properties of Quartz Particulate Reinforced Aluminium Composite
Abstract: Composites are processed by adding a reinforcement phase in a base metal. The base material is known as a matrix and the constituent that is added is called reinforcement. The matrix acts as a support while the reinforcements attach themselves in their respective positions which results in the synthesis of a material which has different mechanical and thermal properties compared to their raw materials. Since aluminium is used as a …
Published in Journal of Production Research & Management · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2024 Read article
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Development of Eco-friendly Glass Fiber Composites Embedded with Paddy Stubble for Sustainable Applications and Its Metallurgical Characterization
Abstract: The extreme rise in environmental challenges owing to agricultural activities, among which paddy stubble burning remains a huge concern. Burning about 15 million tons of paddy stubble leads to emissions discharge of various toxic pollutants and gases notably, nitrogen oxides, methane and carbon monoxide in large scale causing global air pollution and climate change. The study focuses on obtaining and preparing a paddy stubble powder and using it with glass …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 640–648 Read article
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MECHANICAL CHARACTERISATION AND METALLOGRAPHY OF SiO2 PARTICULATE REINFORCED ALUMINA MATRIX COMPOSITE PROCESSED BY POWDER METALLURGY
Abstract: Metal matrix composite has a wide variety of applications in field of aerospace industry, automotive and military application. This paper focuses on developing a new composite and characterization for determining the mechanical properties of composite. SiO2 particulate reinforced alumina matrix composite is to be developed by combining alumina as matrix and SiO2 as reinforcement phase with help of poly vinyl alcohol as binder. Compaction pressure and sintering temperature is varied …
Published in Journal of Materials & Metallurgical Engineering · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 7–11 Read article
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An Experimental Study on the Effect of Tensile Properties and Hardness of AA6082-T6 under the Heat Treatment Conditions
Abstract: AbstractIn the present study, the experiments were performed to investigate the effect of heat treatment parameters viz. soaking time and temperature on the tensile properties and hardness of Aluminium alloy (AA) 6082-T6 sheet. The sheet was heat treated and cut the standard tensile specimen ASTM E8M-04tofind out the tensile properties and hardness value at different temperature with respect to different soaking time. Air circulation oven type electric furnace was used …
Published in Journal of Materials & Metallurgical Engineering · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 36–41 Read article
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A Brief Review on Interfaces of Copper Welded to Different Materials
Abstract: In engineering applications, three metals with high conductivity are primarily used such as copper (Cu), aluminium (Al), and silver (Ag). Each has its unique set of properties that affect specific engineering applications. Infact the choice of conductor depends on a mixture of cost, technical parameters, and environmental conditions. Among these, Copper is widely valued in engineering applications due to its antimicrobial property, excellent electrical (about 100% IACS) and thermal conductivity, …
Published in Trends in Mechanical Engineering & Technology · Vol. 16, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 23–36 Read article
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A Technical review on Solidification cracking behaviour and susceptibility of aluminum alloy weld
Abstract: The paper deals with the physical, chemical properties along with important aluminum applications. Various defects are generated while welding of aluminum alloys one of the severe defect is cracks. Solidification and liquation cracks are generated at various zones of metals. Different mechanical and metallurgical factors affecting the solidification cracking. A variety of weldability tests like Varestraint test, Transvarestraint test, The Cast Pin Tear test, Hot Ductility test, Strain-To-Fracture test, Reheat …
Published in Trends in Mechanical Engineering & Technology · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 77–84 Read article
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Fabrication and Characterization of Zinc-based Alloy for Bio-implants
Abstract: Zinc-based alloys are potential biodegradable implants and can replace Magnesium and Titaniumbased materials via engineering their biomechanical properties with Zinc. Implants, due to their intricate geometries are difficult to fabricate by conventional manufacturing techniques. Therefore, they are usually fabricated by Additive manufacturing and Powder metallurgy techniques. In the present work, Zinc, Magnesium, manganese and titanium are alloyed using powder metallurgy technique. Vickers micro-hardness, UTM, Zeiss microscopy and Corrosion testing using …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 11, Issue 7, 2023 · pp. 1–13 Read article
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Investigating The Synergistic Effects of Micro and Nano Particle Reinforcements in Powder Metallurgy-Processed Aluminum Metal Matrix Composites for Enhanced Mechanical Performance
Abstract: The ever-growing demands of modern mechanical applications necessitate the development of materials with superior mechanical properties. In this research, we delve into the creation and evaluation of Aluminum Metal Matrix Composites (Al MMCs) made via the powder metallurgy route, reinforced with both micro and Nano-scale particles. The key aim is to investigate the possible cooperative effects of this dual reinforcement approach on the mechanical behavior of the composite. Traditional aluminum …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 220–229 Read article
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Enhancement of Mechanical and Tribological Properties of Aluminum-Titanium Carbide (Al-TiC) Metal Matrix Composites via Powder Metallurgy
Abstract: Metal matrix composites (MMCs) have emerged as a result of the increasing need for sophisticated lightweight materials with exceptional mechanical and tribological qualities. For structural and wear-critical applications, aluminum-based composites supplemented with ceramic particles such as titanium carbide (TiC) have shown great promise. In this work, aluminum-TiC composites made by powder metallurgy a process that guarantees even particle dispersion, regulated porosity, and the creation of near-net shapes are fabricated, mechanically …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2026 · pp. 366–374 Read article
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Heavy Metal Exposure in Industrial Workers of Punjab
Abstract: Background: Particularly for those in sectors such textiles, metallurgy, and electronics, heavy metal exposure in industrial environments is a major health issue. A range of negative health effects can result from metal exposure including lead (Pb), cadmium (Cd), chromium (Cr), arsenic (As), and nickel (Ni), including neurological, pulmonary, and renal ones. There is little information available on the degree of heavy metal exposure industrial workers in Punjab, India experience. Objective: …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Toxicology · Vol. 15, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Comparative Investigation on Mechanical Properties of AMCs Fabricated through Liquid and Solid-State Fabrication Process
Abstract: This current research work is primarily focused on comparative experimental study on effect of two distinct fabrication process routes i.e. liquid state and solid state process and their corresponding parameters on microstructure and micro-hardness properties of Aluminium matrix composites (AMCs). In this work, AMCs were fabricated by reinforcing Al2O3 powder materials of 5, 10 and 15 wt.% into pure Aluminum (Al) matrix phase through two distinct processes; liquid state (stir …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 5, 2025 · pp. 202–215 Read article
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Mechanical Characterization and Machinability Optimization of Stir-Cast Al6061–SiC Metal Matrix Composites
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 · pp. 833–848 Read article
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Automated Microstructure Classification with Class-Specific Segmentation for Titanium Based Composite Materials
Abstract: In engineering, characterisation of microstructure is required to determine and forecast behaviour of titanium alloys. Our proposal in this work has been a deep-learning-based framework in the automatic classification and segmentation of Titanium Based Composite Material. The framework then uses EfficientNetB0 backbone, where we have chosen the backbone to scale the performance of classification and the computational efficiency with the assistance of the transfer learning and the compound scaling. In …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2026 · pp. 424–433 Read article
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High-Performance Aluminum Matrix Composites Reinforced with Graphene Nanoplatelets a Study on Mechanical and Thermal Behaviour
Abstract: This study investigates the effect of graphene nanoplatelets (GNPs) on the mechanical and thermal properties of aluminum matrix composites (AMCs) fabricated using the powder metallurgy route. Aluminum alloy Al-6061 powder was reinforced with varying GNP concentrations (0, 0.5, 1, 2, and 3 wt%), followed by uniaxial compaction and sintering. The influence of GNP content on the composite’s structural integrity, strength, and thermal behavior was thoroughly evaluated through tensile testing, hardness …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 38–49 Read article
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Amorphous composite coating’s ability to resist corrosion
Abstract: To increase the mechanical qualities of the coatings, amorphous composite coating was applied to the carbon steel substrate using arc spraying and remelted using a plasma remelting technology. Micro structural microscope, scanning electron microscope, energy dispersive spectroscopy, X-ray diffraction, and microhardness tester were used to examine the composition, microstructure, and characteristics of the composite coating. After the plasma remelting, the microstructure of the composite coatings for amorphous materials was more …
Published in Journal of Thin Films, Coating Science Technology & Application · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 12–16 Read article
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Comparative Evaluation of the Pozzolanic Activity of Artificial Pozzolans: Steel Slag, Fly Ash, and GGBFS
Abstract: Evaluating the pozzolanic activity of specific industrial waste is crucial given the growing demand for cementitious materials. This research aims to expand the possibilities of incorporating pozzolanic waste such as Steel Slag (SS) as additives to cement. SS is a byproduct of the steel production process. A byproduct of the steelmaking process, slags have long been used as aggregates in building materials like concrete and roads. A closed-loop structure and …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 341–361 Read article
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Effect of Solutionizing and Ageing on Mechanical Properties of AL2024 Reinforced Alumina Particulate
Abstract: AbstractAluminium 2024 alloy is widely used at automobile and aircraft industries in the form of cast component with varying section size. This study investigates how the microstructure and mechanical properties of AL2024 alloy before and after heat treatment processes. Solution sing at 493°C-5H followed quenching in water at room temperature. Stir casting method is followed to obtain the required composite material with proper mixing of reinforcement. Further, the mechanical properties …
Published in Journal of Materials & Metallurgical Engineering · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 8–12 Read article
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Effectiveness of PTFE-Based Nano-coatings in Improving Corrosion and Wear Resistance of Stainless Steel
Abstract: Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) has emerged as a highly effective material for enhancing the durability and performance of metal surfaces, particularly in environments requiring superior corrosion resistance and low friction. This study investigates the application of PTFE coatings on various metallic substrates, with a focus on stainless steel and carbon steel, to improve their corrosion resistance, wear protection, and tribological performance. Utilizing advanced deposition techniques such as sol-gel and plasma spray, PTFE …
Published in International Journal of Photochemistry and Photochemical Research · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 32–38 Read article