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Structure and properties of aluminum matrix composites reinforced by Al2O3 particles

  • Silesian University of Technology

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Abstract

The work presents the research results of modern composite materials. The matrix material was EN AC A1Si12 alloy while the reinforcement ceramic preforms, obtained through sintering process of Al2O3 Alcoa CL 2500 powder with addition of carbon fibers as pore forming agent burned out during sintering. The composites were produced with use of porous material pressure infiltration method. The main limitation of base technology is a difficulty in obtaining composite materials with volumetric participation of ceramic phase in amount not less than 20%. Obtained on the base of ceramic preforms composite materials were tested with scanning electron microscopy. Additionally, hardness and tensile test was performed for acquired materials. Achieved results indicate the possibility of producing, with use of pressure infiltration method, porous preforms composed of Al2O3 particles, new composite material with desired microstructure and properties, being a cheaper alternative for materials with base of ceramic fibers.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationAdvanced Powder Technology VI - Selected, peer Reviewed Papers from the 6th International Latin American Conference on Powder Technology, PTECH 2007
PublisherTrans Tech Publications Ltd.
Pages188-192
Number of pages5
ISBN (Electronic)9780878493609
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2008
Event6th International Latin American Conference on Powder Technology, PTECH 2007 - Buzios - Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Duration: 7 Nov 200710 Nov 2007

Publication series

NameMaterials Science Forum
Volume591-593
ISSN (Print)0255-5476
ISSN (Electronic)1662-9752

Conference

Conference6th International Latin American Conference on Powder Technology, PTECH 2007
Country/TerritoryBrazil
CityBuzios - Rio de Janeiro
Period7/11/0710/11/07

Keywords

  • Ceramic preforms
  • Composite materials
  • Pressure infiltration

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • General Materials Science
  • Condensed Matter Physics
  • Mechanics of Materials
  • Mechanical Engineering

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