Processing and mechanical properties of lightweight structural composites

Journal Article · Sun Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 1989 · SAMPE Q.; (United States)

OSTI ID:6263647

Lewandowski, J J

The properties of discontinuous metal-matrix composites depend sensitively on a variety of processing parameters, including choice of reinforcement and type (e.g. plate, particulate, whisker), volume percent reinforcement, size and size distribution of reinforcement, as well as matrix of characteristics and properties. Techniques available to incorporate reinforcement into potential matrices include casting, powder metallurgy, as well as spray-deposition, techniques. In addition, post-processing treatments such as thermomechanical treatment and heat treatment may be particularly important in producing optimum properties. This paper reviews recent work that has focused on structure-property relationships in aluminum alloy metal-matrix systems. 33 references, 6 figures.

• Research Organization: Case Western Reserve Univ., Cleveland, OH (USA)
• OSTI ID: 6263647
• Journal Information: SAMPE Q.; (United States), Vol. 20:2
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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36 MATERIALS SCIENCE
COMPOSITE MATERIALS
MATRIX MATERIALS
ALUMINIUM ALLOYS
HEAT TREATMENTS
MECHANICAL PROPERTIES
PROCESSING
REINFORCED MATERIALS
THERMOMECHANICAL TREATMENTS
ALLOYS
FABRICATION
MATERIALS
MATERIALS WORKING
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