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Title: Energy-Saving Melting and Revert Reduction Technology (E-SMARRT): Development of Elevated Temperature Aluminum Metal Matrix Composite (MMC) Alloy and Its Processing Technology

Technical Report ·
DOI:https://doi.org/10.2172/1131418· OSTI ID:1131418

The objective of this project was to provide a production capable cast aluminum metal matrix composite (MMC) alloy with an operating temperature capability of 250-300°C. Important industrial sectors as well as the military now seek lightweight aluminum alloy castings that can operate in temperature ranges of 250-300°C. Current needs in this temperature range are being satisfied by the use of titanium alloy castings. These have the desired strength properties but the end components are heavier and significantly more costly. Also, the energy requirements for production of titanium alloy castings are significantly higher than those required for production of aluminum alloys and aluminum alloy castings.

Research Organization:
Advacned Technology Institute
Sponsoring Organization:
Advanced Manufacturing Office (EE-2F),; USDOE Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EERE)
DOE Contract Number:
FC36-04GO14230
OSTI ID:
1131418
Report Number(s):
NA
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English