Abstract
The formation of TiC and Al 2O 3 particles based on the self-combustion reaction of the Al-TiO 2-C-CuO system in an Al alloy melt was investigated. With an adequate amount of CuO in the system, a spontaneous reaction occurred within the Al alloy melt at 850°C and thereafter was self-maintained, producing an Al matrix composite reinforced with thermodynamically stable TiC and Al 2O 3Al 2O 3 particles. TiC and Al 2O 3 particles contributed to a considerable increase in the strength and stiffness, demonstrating the feasibility of this method as a practical application for structural parts.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 1001-1004 |
Number of pages | 4 |
Journal | Journal of Korean Institute of Metals and Materials |
Volume | 49 |
Issue number | 12 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 2011 Dec |
Keywords
- In-situ reaction synthesis
- Metal matrix composite
- Self-combustion reaction
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Electronic, Optical and Magnetic Materials
- Modelling and Simulation
- Surfaces, Coatings and Films
- Metals and Alloys