Al-based composites reinforced with A1-Ti intermetallic compounds/Ti metal hierarchically spherical agents were successfully fabricated by powder metallurgy. This kind of structure produces strongly bonded interfaces ...Al-based composites reinforced with A1-Ti intermetallic compounds/Ti metal hierarchically spherical agents were successfully fabricated by powder metallurgy. This kind of structure produces strongly bonded interfaces as well as soft/hard/soft transition regions between the matrix and reinforced agents, which are beneficial to load transfer during deformation. As expected, the resultant composites exhibit promising mechanical properties at ambient temperature. The underlying mechanism was also discussed in this paper.展开更多
1.Introduction The strength-ductility trade-offdilemma has long been a per-sistent challenge in Al matrix composites(AMCs)[1,2].This is-sue primarily arises from the agglomeration of reinforcements at the grain bounda...1.Introduction The strength-ductility trade-offdilemma has long been a per-sistent challenge in Al matrix composites(AMCs)[1,2].This is-sue primarily arises from the agglomeration of reinforcements at the grain boundaries(GBs),which restricts local plastic flow dur-ing the plastic deformation and leads to stress concentration[3,4].Recently,the development of concepts aimed at achieving hetero-geneous grain has emerged as a promising approach for enhanc-ing comprehensive mechanical properties[5,6].展开更多
Graphene,as the reinforcing phase of magnesium matrix composites,can effectively improve the material strength,elastic modulus,and other properties.However,the random distribution of graphene in the matrix(i.e.,random...Graphene,as the reinforcing phase of magnesium matrix composites,can effectively improve the material strength,elastic modulus,and other properties.However,the random distribution of graphene in the matrix(i.e.,random orientation angle)leads to different reinforcement effects on the matrix.To gain a deeper understanding of the impact of monolayer graphene(1 LG)with varying orientation angles on the properties of Mg-9 Al-1 Zn(AZ91(wt.%))magnesium alloy,molecular dynamics(MD)simulations are employed to analyze the mechanical properties of AZ91/1 LG composites under uniaxial tension.The simulation results show that Young's modulus and tensile strength of AZ91/1 LG composites decrease gradually with the increase of the orientation angle of the 1 LG.The Young's modulus and tensile strength of AZ91/1 LG composites can be improved by the 1 LG orientation angle of 0°~10°,where the two are enhanced by 21.7%and 19.7%respectively,at an orientation angle of 0°.However,the Young's modulus and tensile strength of 1 LG are decreased for orientation angles of 20°~90°.Atomic structure evolution analysis revealed that the deformation mechanism of AZ91/1 LG nanocomposites mainly depended on the load transfer ability of 1 LG with different orientation angles,the bonding ability with AZ91 magnesium alloy matrix and the change of dislocation density.By fitting the formula to the tensile strength of AZ91/1 LG composites with different orientation angles of 1 LG,it is found that the simulated data of the AZ91/1 LG composites containing a 1 LG has a maximum relative error of about 10%concerning the fitted empirical formula to calculate the data.The maximum relative error for AZ91/1 LG composites containing multiplate 1 LG with different orientation angles is 7%.In addition,the interaction between graphene and dislocations in AZ91 magnesium matrix was further explained by transmission electron microscopy(TEM)and phase-field-crystal(PFC)simulation.It can provide some technical guidance for the experimental process design of AZ91/1 LG composites.展开更多
Iron-based metal matrix composites(IMMCs)have attracted significant research attention due to their high specific stiffness and strength,making them potentially suitable for various engineering applications.Microstruc...Iron-based metal matrix composites(IMMCs)have attracted significant research attention due to their high specific stiffness and strength,making them potentially suitable for various engineering applications.Microstructural design,including the selection of reinforcement and matrix phases,the reinforcement volume fraction,and the interface issues are essential factors determining the engineering performance of IMMCs.A variety of fabrication methods have been developed to manufacture IMMCs in recent years.This paper reviews the recent advances and development of IMMCs with particular focus on microstructure design,fabrication methods,and their engineering performance.The microstructure design issues of IMMC are firstly discussed,including the reinforcement and matrix phase selection criteria,interface geometry and characteristics,and the bonding mechanism.The fabrication methods,including liquid state,solid state,and gas-mixing processing are comprehensively reviewed and compared.The engineering performance of IMMCs in terms of elastic modulus,hardness and wear resistance,tensile and fracture behavior is reviewed.Finally,the current challenges of the IMMCs are highlighted,followed by the discussion and outlook of the future research directions of IMMCs.展开更多
This work used 5CrMnMo steel and titanium carbide(TiC)powders to fabricate particulate metal matrix composites(PMMCS).The composites’microstructure,hardness,and impact toughness were compared with four different tita...This work used 5CrMnMo steel and titanium carbide(TiC)powders to fabricate particulate metal matrix composites(PMMCS).The composites’microstructure,hardness,and impact toughness were compared with four different titanium carbide ceramic particle sizes.The phase composition and microstructure of composites were studied.Vickers hardness and Charpy impact tests were employed to analyze composites’hardness and impact ductility,respectively.The results showed that the four groups of composites are mainly composed of martensite,trace residual austenite,and titanium carbide(undissolved TiC and primary TiC particles).With the growth of the ceramic particle dimension in the composite layer,the number of primary titanium carbide ceramics gradually decreased.When the initial ceramic particle size was small,it tended to generate dendritic primary TiC,and when the particle size was large,it tended to generate polygons and ellipsoids.Furthermore,with the growth of titanium carbide ceramic particle dimension in the composites,the hardness of the composites decreased but the impact toughness of the composites rose first and then descended.When the ceramic particle size was 50-75μm,the composite had the highest hardness,and the impact energy of the composites was the highest,which is 8 J.This was because there were more undissolved titanium carbide ceramics in the composite,and there was a thicker matrix metal between the ceramic particles.展开更多
To investigate the key factors that cause ZrB_(2)/AA6111 and(ZrB_(2)+Al_(3)Zr)/AA6111 aluminum matrix composites(AMCs)made via in situ reaction to behave differently in terms of friction and wear.Room-temperature dry ...To investigate the key factors that cause ZrB_(2)/AA6111 and(ZrB_(2)+Al_(3)Zr)/AA6111 aluminum matrix composites(AMCs)made via in situ reaction to behave differently in terms of friction and wear.Room-temperature dry sliding tribological behavior of AA6111 Al alloys,ZrB_(2)/AA6111,and(ZrB_(2)+Al_(3)Zr)/AA6111 AMCs against silicon nitride(Si_(3)N_(4))counterparts were investigated.The study showed that AA6111/Al alloy had the highest wear rate and the most unstable coefficient of friction(COF),indicating the worst abrasion resistance.(ZrB_(2)+Al_(3)Zr)/AA6111 AMCs exhibit a lower wear rate and higher COF than ZrB_(2)/AA6111 AMCs.The result proved that the Al_(3)Zr particles prepared by the in-situ reaction are strongly bonded(lattice misfitδ=2.7%)to the Al matrix and are not easily stripped from the substrate.ZrB_(2)/AA6111 AMCs exhibited a lower COF attributed to the tribochemical reaction inducing the formation of more boric acid(H_(3)BO_(3))films with a graphite-like structure having a lubricating effect.展开更多
Basalt fibers/7075 aluminum matrix composites were studied to meet the demand of aluminum alloy drill pipes for material wear resistance.The composites with different basalt fiber additions were prepared by hot presse...Basalt fibers/7075 aluminum matrix composites were studied to meet the demand of aluminum alloy drill pipes for material wear resistance.The composites with different basalt fiber additions were prepared by hot pressed sintering and hot extrusion.The mechanical properties as well as friction and wear properties of the composites were studied by microstructure analysis,tensile experiments,friction and wear experiments.The results showed that basalt fibers were oriented and uniformly distributed and led to local grain refinement in the alloy matrix.The hardness and elongation of the composites were improved.The friction coefficient of the composites increased and then decreased,and the maximum wear depth and wear amount decreased,then increased,then decreased again with the growth of basalt fiber addition.Meanwhile,the inclusion of basalt fibers mitigated the uneven wear of the extruded 7075 aluminum alloy.The value of wear depth difference of 7075-0.2BF was the smallest,and that of 7075-2.0BF was close to it.The maximum wear depth and wear volume the 7075-0.2BF and 7075-2.0BF were also the smallest.The inhibition of uneven wear by basalt fibers enhanced of wear resistance for 7075 aluminum alloy,which has reference significance for improving the performance of aluminum alloy drill pipes.展开更多
Hetero-deformation induced(HDI) strengthening generally yields a weak effect on the mechanical property improvement of particle-reinforced metal matrix composites(MMCs). In the present work, a novel strategy was repor...Hetero-deformation induced(HDI) strengthening generally yields a weak effect on the mechanical property improvement of particle-reinforced metal matrix composites(MMCs). In the present work, a novel strategy was reported to induce remarkable HDI strengthening in MMCs by selecting a reinforcing material with excellent geometrically necessary dislocation(GND) storage ability. The viability of the proposed strategy was tested on additively manufactured nickel matrix composites consisting of Inconel 625 alloy(IN625) as the matrix and high-entropy alloy VNbMoTa as the reinforcing material. It was found that the average grain size and dislocation density of the additively manufactured MMCs gradually decreased with the increase in the additional amount of VNbMoTa. All the samples possessed a similar two-layer VNbMoTa-matrix interface structure containing a high-entropy alloy layer and a Laves phase layer;however, the interface width varied. This two-layer interface could hold GND pile-ups without breaking to ensure a good load transfer effect, and ductile VNbMoTa particles demonstrated excellent GND storage capacity to induce significant HDI stress. The HDI stress for the IN625-(10 wt%)VNbMoTa sample was approximately 200 MPa higher than that for the pure IN625 alloy, resulting in an excellent strength-ductility synergy. The yield strength and elongation of the IN625-(10 wt%)VNbMoTa sample reached(1 032.5 ± 18.8)MPa and(11.8 ± 1.2)%, respectively. In addition, the IN625-(10 wt%)VNbMoTa composite also demonstrated superior mechanical properties at 650℃ that were comparable to those at room temperature, implying that VNbMoTa addition remarkably limited strength reduction caused by temperature. Deformable VNbMoTa particles effectively alleviated the stress concentration, delayed the crack initiation, generated more dislocations and pile-ups, and, in turn, improved the overall high-temperature strength of composites.展开更多
Magnesium matrix composites(MMCs)combine exceptional low density,high specific strength,and stiffness,positioning them as critical materials for aerospace,automotive,and electronics industries.This review highlights r...Magnesium matrix composites(MMCs)combine exceptional low density,high specific strength,and stiffness,positioning them as critical materials for aerospace,automotive,and electronics industries.This review highlights recent progress in the fabrication of Ti-Mg composites and analyzes the mechanisms behind their enhanced mechanical properties.A key focus is the interfacial deformation incompatibility between Ti and Mg phases,which generates strain gradients and promotes the accumulation of geometrically necessary dislocations(GNDs)at the interface.This process not only improves strain hardening and ductility but also reveals the need for advanced micromechanical models to capture the plastic behavior of both phases.The review critically examines the impact of different Mg matrix types(AZ,AM,VW series)and the role of interfacial product morphology and size on bonding and overall performance.Furthermore,Ti reinforcement endows the composites with superior wear resistance and thermal conductivity,indicating broad application potential.展开更多
The surface of MoSi2-SiB6/phenolic resin matrix composites was modified by mica,and the thermal oxidation behavior of the composites and the mechanical properties of the pyrolysis products were studied.The results sho...The surface of MoSi2-SiB6/phenolic resin matrix composites was modified by mica,and the thermal oxidation behavior of the composites and the mechanical properties of the pyrolysis products were studied.The results showed that the mica improved the thermal properties of the composites,the thermal expansion coefficient decreased,and the liquid phase formation caused the composites to shrink and increase the density.The flexural strength of mica surface modified composites not only increased to 78.64MPa after thermal treatment at 800-1200℃,but reached 83.02 MPa after high temperature treatment at1400℃.The improvement of the mechanical properties of the residual product benefits from the formation of high temperature ceramic phases such as Mo_(2)C and MoB,and the improvement of the shear strength of the composites by the mica.The shear strength of MBm5-2 at room temperature reached 33.08 MPa,indicating that the improvement of the interlayer properties of the composites further improved its mechanical properties.展开更多
There are few studies on the preparation of magnesium matrix composites(MMCs)by rapid solidification.This study aims to add minor amounts of Ti particles to AZ91 alloy and prepare AZ91/Ti_(P) MMC ribbon by Melt-Spinni...There are few studies on the preparation of magnesium matrix composites(MMCs)by rapid solidification.This study aims to add minor amounts of Ti particles to AZ91 alloy and prepare AZ91/Ti_(P) MMC ribbon by Melt-Spinning(MS).The effects of Ti particle content on the microstructure and mechanical properties of AZ91/Ti_(P) ribbon were studied by scanning electron microscopy(SEM),electron backscatter diffraction(EBSD),X-ray diffraction(XRD),transmission electron microscopy(TEM),three-dimensional profiling(3D-P)and calculation of supercooling rate.The results show that the grain refinement of AZ91 ribbon prepared by rapid solidification is very significant and the grain refinement is further improved with the increase of Ti particle content;at the same time,the growth of β-Mg_(17)Al_(12) is inhibited,and the interface reaction between Ti and Mg leads to the formation of interfaces around Ti particles.These nano-scale Ti_(3)Al and Al_(3)Ti interface compounds uniformly wrap the Ti particles.It is believed that the addition of Ti particles not only helps to refine the surrounding grains,but also increases the dislocations in the MMC ribbon and forms a good interface,thereby improving the mechanical properties.Compared with AZ91 alloy ribbon,the yield strength and tensile strength of MMC material containing 5 wt.%Ti particles increased by 25.0%and 22.7% respectively.The elongation only decreased by 10.9%.AZ91/5 wt.%Ti_(P) ribbon has a better balance between high strength and high elongation.The analysis shows that the strengthening effect of this mechanical property is mainly attributed to fine grain strengthening,dislocation strengthening and non-basal slip.展开更多
In this study,AZ91D(Mg-9Al-Zn)alloys reinforced with 2 vol%TC4(Ti-6Al-4V)particles fabricated by semi-solid stir casting were extruded at different ratios,resulting in observed grain refinement effects.The research fi...In this study,AZ91D(Mg-9Al-Zn)alloys reinforced with 2 vol%TC4(Ti-6Al-4V)particles fabricated by semi-solid stir casting were extruded at different ratios,resulting in observed grain refinement effects.The research findings demonstrate that both TC4 andβ-Mg_(17)Al_(12) phases contribute to promoting dynamic recrystallization(DRX)nucleation.With increasing extrusion ratio,theβ-phase(Mg_(17)Al_(12))gradually fractures into smaller particles,leading to progressive grain refinement.Furthermore,the transition from〈01-10〉fiber texture to non-basal texture in theα-Mg matrix after hot extrusion is attributed to improved DRX behavior and activation of non-basal slip.As the extrusion ratio increases,the tensile strength and elongation(EL)of TC4_(p)/AZ91D composite improve significantly,reaching optimum comprehensive mechanical properties at an extrusion of 40:1 with a yield strength(YS)of 257 MPa,an ultimate tensile strength(UTS)of 357 MPa,and an EL of 9.7%.This remarkable strengthening effect is primarily attributed toβ-phase reinforcement,grain refinement strengthening,and strain hardening.展开更多
B2-CuZr phase reinforced amorphous alloy matrix composites has become one of the research hotspots in the field of materials science due to the“transformation-induced plasticity”phenomenon,which makes the composites...B2-CuZr phase reinforced amorphous alloy matrix composites has become one of the research hotspots in the field of materials science due to the“transformation-induced plasticity”phenomenon,which makes the composites show better macroscopic plastic deformability and obvious work-hardening behavior compared to the conventional amorphous alloy matrix composites reinforced with ductile phases.However,the in-situ metastable B2-CuZr phase tends to undergo eutectoid decomposition during solidification,and the volume fraction,size,and distribution of B2-CuZr phase are difficult to control,which limits the development and application of these materials.To date,much efforts have been made to solve the above problems through composition optimization,casting parameter tailoring,and post-processing technique.In this study,a review was given based on relevant studies,focusing on the predictive approach,reinforcing mechanism,and microstructure tailoring methods of B2-CuZr phase reinforced amorphous alloy matrix composites.The research focus and future prospects were also given for the future development of the present composite system.展开更多
In this work,the microstructure evolution and mechanical behavior of extruded SiC/ZA63 Mg matrix composites are investigated via combined experimental study and three-dimensionalfinite element modelling(3D FEM)based on...In this work,the microstructure evolution and mechanical behavior of extruded SiC/ZA63 Mg matrix composites are investigated via combined experimental study and three-dimensionalfinite element modelling(3D FEM)based on the actual 3D microstructure achieved by synchrotron tomography.The results show that the average grain size of composite increases from 0.57μm of 8μm-SiC/ZA63 to 8.73μm of 50μm-SiC/ZA63.The type of texture transforms from the typicalfiber texture in 8μm-SiC/ZA63 to intense basal texture in 50μm-SiC/ZA63 composite and the intensity of texture increases sharply with increase of SiC particle size.The dynamic recrystallization(DRX)mechanism is also changed with increasing SiC particle size.Experimental and simulation results verify that the strength and elongation both decrease with increase of SiC particle size.The 8μm-SiC/ZA63 composite possesses the optimal mechanical property with yield strength(YS)of 383 MPa,ultimate tensile strength(UTS)of 424 MPa and elongation of 6.3%.The outstanding mechanical property is attributed to the ultrafine grain size,high-density precipitates and dislocation,good loading transfer effect and the interface bonding between SiC and matrix,as well as the weakened basal texture.The simulation results reveal that the micro-cracks tend to initiate at the interface between SiC and matrix,and then propagate along the interface between particle and Mg matrix or at the high strain and stress regions,and further connect with other micro-cracks.The main fracture mechanism in 8μm-SiC/ZA63 composite is ductile damage of matrix and interfacial debonding.With the increase of particle size,interface strength and particle strength decrease,and interface debonding and particle rupture become the main fracture mechanism in the 30μm-and 50μm-SiC/ZA63 composites.展开更多
Heterogeneous composites have strong anisotropy and are prone to dynamic recrystallization during hot compression,making the me-chanical response highly nonlinear.Therefore,it is a very challenging task to intellectua...Heterogeneous composites have strong anisotropy and are prone to dynamic recrystallization during hot compression,making the me-chanical response highly nonlinear.Therefore,it is a very challenging task to intellectually judge the thermal deformation characteristics of magnesium matrix composites(MgMCs).In view of this,this paper introduces a method to accurately solve the thermoplastic deformation of composites.Firstly,a hot compression constitutive model of magnesium matrix composites based on stress softening correction was established.Secondly,the complex quasi-realistic micromechanics modeling of heterogeneous magnesium matrix composites was conducted.By introducing the recrystallization softening factor and strain parameter into the constitutive equation,the accurate prediction of the global rheological response of the composites was realized,and the accuracy of the new constitutive model was proved.Finally,the thermal pro-cessing map of magnesium matrix composites was established,and the suitable processing range was chosen.This paper has certain guiding values for the prediction of the thermodynamic response and thermal processing of magnesium matrix composites.展开更多
Metallic glass matrix composites(BMGCs)with compositions of[(Zr_(0.5)Cu_(0.5))_(0.925)Al_(0.07)Sn_(0.005)]_(100-x)Ta_(x)(atomic fraction,%,x=3,5,7)were successfully prepared via dealloying in metallic melt.The reinfor...Metallic glass matrix composites(BMGCs)with compositions of[(Zr_(0.5)Cu_(0.5))_(0.925)Al_(0.07)Sn_(0.005)]_(100-x)Ta_(x)(atomic fraction,%,x=3,5,7)were successfully prepared via dealloying in metallic melt.The reinforcing phase in these alloys has core-shell hybrid structure with Ta-rich particles as core and B2-CuZr as shell.In this method,the dealloyed Ta from Zr-Ta pre-alloys maintained in solid state and aggregated to form the fine Ta-rich phase in the final products.This effectively decreases the size of Ta-rich phase compared with that prepared via conventional arc-melting,where the Ta-rich phase was formed through dissolving and precipitation.Among the three compositions,[(Zr_(0.5)Cu_(0.5))_(0.925)Al_(0.07)Sn_(0.005)]_(95)Ta_(5) showed the highest plastic strain of 11.2%,much higher than that of the arc-melted counterparts(4.3%).Such improvement in mechanical properties was related with the refined core-shell hybrid reinforcing structure,which could hinder the rapid propagation of main shear band more efficiently and cause them to branch and proliferate at the interface.展开更多
A new method for corrosion protection of Al-based metal matrix composites (MMC) was developed using two-step process, which involves anodizing in H2SO4 solution and sealing in rare earth solution. Corrosion resistance...A new method for corrosion protection of Al-based metal matrix composites (MMC) was developed using two-step process, which involves anodizing in H2SO4 solution and sealing in rare earth solution. Corrosion resistance of the treated surface was evaluated with polarization curves. The results showed that the effect of the protection using rare earth sealing is equivalent to that using chromate sealing for Al6061/SiCp. The rare earth metal salt can be an alternative to the toxic chromate for sealing anodized Al MMC.展开更多
SiC_(f)/SiC ceramic matrix composites(SiC_(f)/SiC composites)are difficult to drill small holes due to their heterogeneity,high hardness,and low electrical conductivity.In order to solve the difficulties of poor quali...SiC_(f)/SiC ceramic matrix composites(SiC_(f)/SiC composites)are difficult to drill small holes due to their heterogeneity,high hardness,and low electrical conductivity.In order to solve the difficulties of poor quality and low efficiency when drilling small holes,a novel femtosecond laser rotary drilling(FLRD)technique is proposed.Beam kinematic paths and experimental studies were carried out to analyze the effects of processing parameters on the drilling results in the two-step drilling process.In the through-hole drilling stage,the material removal rate increases with increasing laser power,decreasing feed speed and decreasing pitch.As for the finishing stage of drilling,the exit diameter increased with increasing laser power and decreasing feed speed.The drilling parameters were selected by taking the processing efficiency of through-hole and the quality of finished hole as the constraint criteria.Holes with a diameter of 500μm were drilled using FLRD in 3 mm thick SiC_(f)/SiC composites with a drilling time<150 s.The hole aspect ratio was 6,the taper<0.2°,and there was no significant thermal damage at the orifice or the wall of the hole.The FLRD provides a solution for precision machining of small holes in difficult-to-machine materials by offering the advantages of high processing quality and short drilling times.展开更多
Magnesium matrix composites with both high strength and ductility have been achieved by introducing pure Ti particles.However,the properties of the surfaces of the composites need to be improved by surface technology,...Magnesium matrix composites with both high strength and ductility have been achieved by introducing pure Ti particles.However,the properties of the surfaces of the composites need to be improved by surface technology,such as micro-arc oxidation(MAO).In this study,we investigated the influence of the Ti-reinforcement phase on coating growth and evolution by subjecting both AZ91 alloy and AZ91/Ti composite to MAO treatment using silicate-based and phosphate-based electrolytes.Results revealed that the Ti-reinforcement phase influenced the MAO process,altering discharge behavior,and leading to a decreased cell voltage.The vigorous discharge of the Ti-reinforcement phase induced the formation of coating discharge channels,concurrently dissolving and oxidizing Ti-reinforcement to produce a composite ceramic coating with TiO2.The MAO coating on the AZ91/Ti composite exhibited a dark blue macromorphology and distinctive local micromorphological anomalies.In silicate electrolyte,a“volcano-like”localized morphology centered on the discharge channel emerged.In contrast,treatment in phosphate-based electrolyte resulted in a coating morphology similar to typical porous ceramic coatings,with visible radial discharge micropores at the reinforcement phase location.Compared to the AZ91 alloy,the coating on the AZ91/Ti composite exhibited lower thickness and higher porosity.MAO treatment reduced the self-corrosion current density of the AZ91/Ti surface by two orders of magnitude.The silicate coating demonstrated better corrosion resistance than the phosphate coating,attributed to its lower porosity.The formation mechanism of MAO coatings on AZ91/Ti composites in phosphate-based and silicate-based electrolytes was proposed.展开更多
Rising concerns about climate change drive the demand for lightweight components.Magnesium(Mg)alloys are highly valued for their low weight,making them increasingly important in various industries.Researchers focusing...Rising concerns about climate change drive the demand for lightweight components.Magnesium(Mg)alloys are highly valued for their low weight,making them increasingly important in various industries.Researchers focusing on enhancing the characteristics of Mg alloys and developing their Metal Matrix Composites(MMCs)have gained significant attention worldwide over the past decade,driven by the global shift towards lightweight materials.Friction Stir Processing(FSP)has emerged as a promising technique to enhance the properties of Mg alloys and produce Mg-MMCs.Initially,FSP adapted to refine grain size from the micro to the nano level and accelerated the development of MMCs due to its solid-state nature and the synergistic effects of microstructure refinement and reinforcement,improving strength,hardness,ductility,wear resistance,corrosion resistance,and fatigue strength.However,producing defect-free and sound FSPed Mg and Mg-MMCs requires addressing several variables and their interdependencies,which opens up a broad range of practical applications.Despite existing reviews on individual FSP of Mg,its alloys,and MMCs,an attempt has been made to analyze the latest research on these three aspects collectively to enhance the understanding,application,and effectiveness of FSP for Mg and its derivatives.This review article discusses the literature,classifies the importance of Mg alloys,provides a historical background,and explores developments and potential applications of FSPed Mg alloys.It focuses on novel fabrication methods,reinforcement strategies,machine and tool design parameters,material characterization,and integration with other methods for enhanced properties.The influence of process parameters and the emergence of defects are examined,along with specific applications in mono and hybrid composites and their microstructure evolution.The study identifies promising reinforcement materials and highlights research gaps in FSP for Mg alloys and MMCs production.It concludes with significant recommendations for further exploration,reflecting ongoing advancements in this field.展开更多
文摘Al-based composites reinforced with A1-Ti intermetallic compounds/Ti metal hierarchically spherical agents were successfully fabricated by powder metallurgy. This kind of structure produces strongly bonded interfaces as well as soft/hard/soft transition regions between the matrix and reinforced agents, which are beneficial to load transfer during deformation. As expected, the resultant composites exhibit promising mechanical properties at ambient temperature. The underlying mechanism was also discussed in this paper.
基金support by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant Nos.U23A20546 and 52271010)the Chinese National Natural Science Fund for Distinguished Young Scholars(Grant No.52025015)the Natural Science Foundation of Tianjin City(No.21JCZDJC00510).
文摘1.Introduction The strength-ductility trade-offdilemma has long been a per-sistent challenge in Al matrix composites(AMCs)[1,2].This is-sue primarily arises from the agglomeration of reinforcements at the grain boundaries(GBs),which restricts local plastic flow dur-ing the plastic deformation and leads to stress concentration[3,4].Recently,the development of concepts aimed at achieving hetero-geneous grain has emerged as a promising approach for enhanc-ing comprehensive mechanical properties[5,6].
基金supported by National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.52375394,52275390)Key Research and Development Program of Shanxi Province(Nos.202102050201011,2022ZDYF035)。
文摘Graphene,as the reinforcing phase of magnesium matrix composites,can effectively improve the material strength,elastic modulus,and other properties.However,the random distribution of graphene in the matrix(i.e.,random orientation angle)leads to different reinforcement effects on the matrix.To gain a deeper understanding of the impact of monolayer graphene(1 LG)with varying orientation angles on the properties of Mg-9 Al-1 Zn(AZ91(wt.%))magnesium alloy,molecular dynamics(MD)simulations are employed to analyze the mechanical properties of AZ91/1 LG composites under uniaxial tension.The simulation results show that Young's modulus and tensile strength of AZ91/1 LG composites decrease gradually with the increase of the orientation angle of the 1 LG.The Young's modulus and tensile strength of AZ91/1 LG composites can be improved by the 1 LG orientation angle of 0°~10°,where the two are enhanced by 21.7%and 19.7%respectively,at an orientation angle of 0°.However,the Young's modulus and tensile strength of 1 LG are decreased for orientation angles of 20°~90°.Atomic structure evolution analysis revealed that the deformation mechanism of AZ91/1 LG nanocomposites mainly depended on the load transfer ability of 1 LG with different orientation angles,the bonding ability with AZ91 magnesium alloy matrix and the change of dislocation density.By fitting the formula to the tensile strength of AZ91/1 LG composites with different orientation angles of 1 LG,it is found that the simulated data of the AZ91/1 LG composites containing a 1 LG has a maximum relative error of about 10%concerning the fitted empirical formula to calculate the data.The maximum relative error for AZ91/1 LG composites containing multiplate 1 LG with different orientation angles is 7%.In addition,the interaction between graphene and dislocations in AZ91 magnesium matrix was further explained by transmission electron microscopy(TEM)and phase-field-crystal(PFC)simulation.It can provide some technical guidance for the experimental process design of AZ91/1 LG composites.
基金funding support from the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.52101046)Shuangjie Chu appreciates the funding support from the National Key Research and Development Program of China(No.2022YFB3705600).
文摘Iron-based metal matrix composites(IMMCs)have attracted significant research attention due to their high specific stiffness and strength,making them potentially suitable for various engineering applications.Microstructural design,including the selection of reinforcement and matrix phases,the reinforcement volume fraction,and the interface issues are essential factors determining the engineering performance of IMMCs.A variety of fabrication methods have been developed to manufacture IMMCs in recent years.This paper reviews the recent advances and development of IMMCs with particular focus on microstructure design,fabrication methods,and their engineering performance.The microstructure design issues of IMMC are firstly discussed,including the reinforcement and matrix phase selection criteria,interface geometry and characteristics,and the bonding mechanism.The fabrication methods,including liquid state,solid state,and gas-mixing processing are comprehensively reviewed and compared.The engineering performance of IMMCs in terms of elastic modulus,hardness and wear resistance,tensile and fracture behavior is reviewed.Finally,the current challenges of the IMMCs are highlighted,followed by the discussion and outlook of the future research directions of IMMCs.
基金supported by the Equipment Pre-research and Sharing Technology(41423030503)provided funding for this workThe Equipment Pre-research and Sharing Technology(41423030503)funded this work.
文摘This work used 5CrMnMo steel and titanium carbide(TiC)powders to fabricate particulate metal matrix composites(PMMCS).The composites’microstructure,hardness,and impact toughness were compared with four different titanium carbide ceramic particle sizes.The phase composition and microstructure of composites were studied.Vickers hardness and Charpy impact tests were employed to analyze composites’hardness and impact ductility,respectively.The results showed that the four groups of composites are mainly composed of martensite,trace residual austenite,and titanium carbide(undissolved TiC and primary TiC particles).With the growth of the ceramic particle dimension in the composite layer,the number of primary titanium carbide ceramics gradually decreased.When the initial ceramic particle size was small,it tended to generate dendritic primary TiC,and when the particle size was large,it tended to generate polygons and ellipsoids.Furthermore,with the growth of titanium carbide ceramic particle dimension in the composites,the hardness of the composites decreased but the impact toughness of the composites rose first and then descended.When the ceramic particle size was 50-75μm,the composite had the highest hardness,and the impact energy of the composites was the highest,which is 8 J.This was because there were more undissolved titanium carbide ceramics in the composite,and there was a thicker matrix metal between the ceramic particles.
基金Supported by National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.51605206)Postgraduate Research&Practice Innovation Program of Jiangsu Province of China(Grant Nos.SJCX21_1769,SJCX22_1941)Ministry of Science and Technology High-end Foreign Experts Introduction Program Project of China(Grant Nos.G2022014043,G2022014134L).
文摘To investigate the key factors that cause ZrB_(2)/AA6111 and(ZrB_(2)+Al_(3)Zr)/AA6111 aluminum matrix composites(AMCs)made via in situ reaction to behave differently in terms of friction and wear.Room-temperature dry sliding tribological behavior of AA6111 Al alloys,ZrB_(2)/AA6111,and(ZrB_(2)+Al_(3)Zr)/AA6111 AMCs against silicon nitride(Si_(3)N_(4))counterparts were investigated.The study showed that AA6111/Al alloy had the highest wear rate and the most unstable coefficient of friction(COF),indicating the worst abrasion resistance.(ZrB_(2)+Al_(3)Zr)/AA6111 AMCs exhibit a lower wear rate and higher COF than ZrB_(2)/AA6111 AMCs.The result proved that the Al_(3)Zr particles prepared by the in-situ reaction are strongly bonded(lattice misfitδ=2.7%)to the Al matrix and are not easily stripped from the substrate.ZrB_(2)/AA6111 AMCs exhibited a lower COF attributed to the tribochemical reaction inducing the formation of more boric acid(H_(3)BO_(3))films with a graphite-like structure having a lubricating effect.
基金Project(2021YFC2900200)supported by the National Key Research and Development Project of ChinaProject(20230203114SF)supported by the Key Research and Development Project of Jilin Province,China。
文摘Basalt fibers/7075 aluminum matrix composites were studied to meet the demand of aluminum alloy drill pipes for material wear resistance.The composites with different basalt fiber additions were prepared by hot pressed sintering and hot extrusion.The mechanical properties as well as friction and wear properties of the composites were studied by microstructure analysis,tensile experiments,friction and wear experiments.The results showed that basalt fibers were oriented and uniformly distributed and led to local grain refinement in the alloy matrix.The hardness and elongation of the composites were improved.The friction coefficient of the composites increased and then decreased,and the maximum wear depth and wear amount decreased,then increased,then decreased again with the growth of basalt fiber addition.Meanwhile,the inclusion of basalt fibers mitigated the uneven wear of the extruded 7075 aluminum alloy.The value of wear depth difference of 7075-0.2BF was the smallest,and that of 7075-2.0BF was close to it.The maximum wear depth and wear volume the 7075-0.2BF and 7075-2.0BF were also the smallest.The inhibition of uneven wear by basalt fibers enhanced of wear resistance for 7075 aluminum alloy,which has reference significance for improving the performance of aluminum alloy drill pipes.
基金supported by National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.52305419)Aeronautical Science Foundation Funded by Chinese Aeronautical Establishment(Grant No.2022Z0490T6001)+5 种基金Research Start-up Project of Xi’an University of Technology(Grant No.101-256082204)Technology Foundation for Selected Overseas Chinese Scholar(Grant No.2023-010)International Science and Technology Cooperation Program of Shaanxi Province(Grant No.2023-GHZD-50)Projects of Major Innovation Platforms for Scientific and Technological and Local Transformation of Scientific and Technological Achievements of Xi’an(Grant No.20GXSF0003)Higher Education Institution Discipline Innovation and Intelligence Base of Shaanxi Provincial(Grant No.S2021-ZCGXYZ-0011)Natural Science Basic Research Program of Shaanxi(Grant No.2023-JC-YB-412).
文摘Hetero-deformation induced(HDI) strengthening generally yields a weak effect on the mechanical property improvement of particle-reinforced metal matrix composites(MMCs). In the present work, a novel strategy was reported to induce remarkable HDI strengthening in MMCs by selecting a reinforcing material with excellent geometrically necessary dislocation(GND) storage ability. The viability of the proposed strategy was tested on additively manufactured nickel matrix composites consisting of Inconel 625 alloy(IN625) as the matrix and high-entropy alloy VNbMoTa as the reinforcing material. It was found that the average grain size and dislocation density of the additively manufactured MMCs gradually decreased with the increase in the additional amount of VNbMoTa. All the samples possessed a similar two-layer VNbMoTa-matrix interface structure containing a high-entropy alloy layer and a Laves phase layer;however, the interface width varied. This two-layer interface could hold GND pile-ups without breaking to ensure a good load transfer effect, and ductile VNbMoTa particles demonstrated excellent GND storage capacity to induce significant HDI stress. The HDI stress for the IN625-(10 wt%)VNbMoTa sample was approximately 200 MPa higher than that for the pure IN625 alloy, resulting in an excellent strength-ductility synergy. The yield strength and elongation of the IN625-(10 wt%)VNbMoTa sample reached(1 032.5 ± 18.8)MPa and(11.8 ± 1.2)%, respectively. In addition, the IN625-(10 wt%)VNbMoTa composite also demonstrated superior mechanical properties at 650℃ that were comparable to those at room temperature, implying that VNbMoTa addition remarkably limited strength reduction caused by temperature. Deformable VNbMoTa particles effectively alleviated the stress concentration, delayed the crack initiation, generated more dislocations and pile-ups, and, in turn, improved the overall high-temperature strength of composites.
基金the financial support from the National Key R&D Program of China(No.2022YFB3708400)National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.52171133,52225101)Basic and Applied Basic Research Foundation of Guangdong(No.2020B0301030006)。
文摘Magnesium matrix composites(MMCs)combine exceptional low density,high specific strength,and stiffness,positioning them as critical materials for aerospace,automotive,and electronics industries.This review highlights recent progress in the fabrication of Ti-Mg composites and analyzes the mechanisms behind their enhanced mechanical properties.A key focus is the interfacial deformation incompatibility between Ti and Mg phases,which generates strain gradients and promotes the accumulation of geometrically necessary dislocations(GNDs)at the interface.This process not only improves strain hardening and ductility but also reveals the need for advanced micromechanical models to capture the plastic behavior of both phases.The review critically examines the impact of different Mg matrix types(AZ,AM,VW series)and the role of interfacial product morphology and size on bonding and overall performance.Furthermore,Ti reinforcement endows the composites with superior wear resistance and thermal conductivity,indicating broad application potential.
基金Funded by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.52171045,52162013,and 51932006)。
文摘The surface of MoSi2-SiB6/phenolic resin matrix composites was modified by mica,and the thermal oxidation behavior of the composites and the mechanical properties of the pyrolysis products were studied.The results showed that the mica improved the thermal properties of the composites,the thermal expansion coefficient decreased,and the liquid phase formation caused the composites to shrink and increase the density.The flexural strength of mica surface modified composites not only increased to 78.64MPa after thermal treatment at 800-1200℃,but reached 83.02 MPa after high temperature treatment at1400℃.The improvement of the mechanical properties of the residual product benefits from the formation of high temperature ceramic phases such as Mo_(2)C and MoB,and the improvement of the shear strength of the composites by the mica.The shear strength of MBm5-2 at room temperature reached 33.08 MPa,indicating that the improvement of the interlayer properties of the composites further improved its mechanical properties.
基金supported by the National Key Research and Development Program of China(2022YFB3708400)the Guangdong Major Project of Basic and Applied Basic Research(2020B0301030006)+1 种基金the Guangdong Academy of Science Fund(2020GDASYL-20200101001)Evaluation Project of Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory(2023B1212060043).
文摘There are few studies on the preparation of magnesium matrix composites(MMCs)by rapid solidification.This study aims to add minor amounts of Ti particles to AZ91 alloy and prepare AZ91/Ti_(P) MMC ribbon by Melt-Spinning(MS).The effects of Ti particle content on the microstructure and mechanical properties of AZ91/Ti_(P) ribbon were studied by scanning electron microscopy(SEM),electron backscatter diffraction(EBSD),X-ray diffraction(XRD),transmission electron microscopy(TEM),three-dimensional profiling(3D-P)and calculation of supercooling rate.The results show that the grain refinement of AZ91 ribbon prepared by rapid solidification is very significant and the grain refinement is further improved with the increase of Ti particle content;at the same time,the growth of β-Mg_(17)Al_(12) is inhibited,and the interface reaction between Ti and Mg leads to the formation of interfaces around Ti particles.These nano-scale Ti_(3)Al and Al_(3)Ti interface compounds uniformly wrap the Ti particles.It is believed that the addition of Ti particles not only helps to refine the surrounding grains,but also increases the dislocations in the MMC ribbon and forms a good interface,thereby improving the mechanical properties.Compared with AZ91 alloy ribbon,the yield strength and tensile strength of MMC material containing 5 wt.%Ti particles increased by 25.0%and 22.7% respectively.The elongation only decreased by 10.9%.AZ91/5 wt.%Ti_(P) ribbon has a better balance between high strength and high elongation.The analysis shows that the strengthening effect of this mechanical property is mainly attributed to fine grain strengthening,dislocation strengthening and non-basal slip.
基金the Guangdong Major Project of Basic and Applied Basic Research(2020B0301030006)the Guangdong Provincial Academy of Sciences Fund(2020GDASYL-20200101001)the Natural Science Foundation of Hubei Province,China(2023AFB1033).
文摘In this study,AZ91D(Mg-9Al-Zn)alloys reinforced with 2 vol%TC4(Ti-6Al-4V)particles fabricated by semi-solid stir casting were extruded at different ratios,resulting in observed grain refinement effects.The research findings demonstrate that both TC4 andβ-Mg_(17)Al_(12) phases contribute to promoting dynamic recrystallization(DRX)nucleation.With increasing extrusion ratio,theβ-phase(Mg_(17)Al_(12))gradually fractures into smaller particles,leading to progressive grain refinement.Furthermore,the transition from〈01-10〉fiber texture to non-basal texture in theα-Mg matrix after hot extrusion is attributed to improved DRX behavior and activation of non-basal slip.As the extrusion ratio increases,the tensile strength and elongation(EL)of TC4_(p)/AZ91D composite improve significantly,reaching optimum comprehensive mechanical properties at an extrusion of 40:1 with a yield strength(YS)of 257 MPa,an ultimate tensile strength(UTS)of 357 MPa,and an EL of 9.7%.This remarkable strengthening effect is primarily attributed toβ-phase reinforcement,grain refinement strengthening,and strain hardening.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.52101138,No.52201075)the Natural Science Foundation of Hubei Province(No.2023AFB798,No.2022CFB614)+3 种基金the Shenzhen Science and Technology Program(No.JCYJ20220530160813032)the State Key Laboratory of Solidification Processing in NWPU(No.SKLSP202309,No.SKLSP202308)the Guangdong Basic and Applied Basic Research Foundation(No.2022A1515011227)the State Key Laboratory of Powder Metallurgy of Central South University(No.SklpmKF-05)。
文摘B2-CuZr phase reinforced amorphous alloy matrix composites has become one of the research hotspots in the field of materials science due to the“transformation-induced plasticity”phenomenon,which makes the composites show better macroscopic plastic deformability and obvious work-hardening behavior compared to the conventional amorphous alloy matrix composites reinforced with ductile phases.However,the in-situ metastable B2-CuZr phase tends to undergo eutectoid decomposition during solidification,and the volume fraction,size,and distribution of B2-CuZr phase are difficult to control,which limits the development and application of these materials.To date,much efforts have been made to solve the above problems through composition optimization,casting parameter tailoring,and post-processing technique.In this study,a review was given based on relevant studies,focusing on the predictive approach,reinforcing mechanism,and microstructure tailoring methods of B2-CuZr phase reinforced amorphous alloy matrix composites.The research focus and future prospects were also given for the future development of the present composite system.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China[51974058,52371005,52022017,51927801]the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities(DUT23YG104).
文摘In this work,the microstructure evolution and mechanical behavior of extruded SiC/ZA63 Mg matrix composites are investigated via combined experimental study and three-dimensionalfinite element modelling(3D FEM)based on the actual 3D microstructure achieved by synchrotron tomography.The results show that the average grain size of composite increases from 0.57μm of 8μm-SiC/ZA63 to 8.73μm of 50μm-SiC/ZA63.The type of texture transforms from the typicalfiber texture in 8μm-SiC/ZA63 to intense basal texture in 50μm-SiC/ZA63 composite and the intensity of texture increases sharply with increase of SiC particle size.The dynamic recrystallization(DRX)mechanism is also changed with increasing SiC particle size.Experimental and simulation results verify that the strength and elongation both decrease with increase of SiC particle size.The 8μm-SiC/ZA63 composite possesses the optimal mechanical property with yield strength(YS)of 383 MPa,ultimate tensile strength(UTS)of 424 MPa and elongation of 6.3%.The outstanding mechanical property is attributed to the ultrafine grain size,high-density precipitates and dislocation,good loading transfer effect and the interface bonding between SiC and matrix,as well as the weakened basal texture.The simulation results reveal that the micro-cracks tend to initiate at the interface between SiC and matrix,and then propagate along the interface between particle and Mg matrix or at the high strain and stress regions,and further connect with other micro-cracks.The main fracture mechanism in 8μm-SiC/ZA63 composite is ductile damage of matrix and interfacial debonding.With the increase of particle size,interface strength and particle strength decrease,and interface debonding and particle rupture become the main fracture mechanism in the 30μm-and 50μm-SiC/ZA63 composites.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China with the project of No.52305158Youth Innovation Team of Shaanxi Universities(2024),Shaanxi Province Qin Chuangyuan“Scientist+Engineer”Team construction of No.2024QCY-KXJ-112,Funding from Aero Engine Cooperation of China(No.ZZCX-2022-020)the industry-university-research cooperation of Eighth Research Institute of China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation with the project of No.USCAST2021-1.
文摘Heterogeneous composites have strong anisotropy and are prone to dynamic recrystallization during hot compression,making the me-chanical response highly nonlinear.Therefore,it is a very challenging task to intellectually judge the thermal deformation characteristics of magnesium matrix composites(MgMCs).In view of this,this paper introduces a method to accurately solve the thermoplastic deformation of composites.Firstly,a hot compression constitutive model of magnesium matrix composites based on stress softening correction was established.Secondly,the complex quasi-realistic micromechanics modeling of heterogeneous magnesium matrix composites was conducted.By introducing the recrystallization softening factor and strain parameter into the constitutive equation,the accurate prediction of the global rheological response of the composites was realized,and the accuracy of the new constitutive model was proved.Finally,the thermal pro-cessing map of magnesium matrix composites was established,and the suitable processing range was chosen.This paper has certain guiding values for the prediction of the thermodynamic response and thermal processing of magnesium matrix composites.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.52101138,52201075)Natural Science Foundation of Hubei Province,China(Nos.2023AFB798,2022CFB614)+3 种基金Shenzhen Science and Technology Program,China(No.JCYJ20220530160813032)State Key Laboratory of Solidification Processing in NWPU,China(Nos.SKLSP202309,SKLSP202308)Guangdong Basic and Applied Basic Research Foundation,China(No.2022A1515011227)State Key Laboratory of Powder Metallurgy of Central South University,China(No.Sklpm-KF-05).
文摘Metallic glass matrix composites(BMGCs)with compositions of[(Zr_(0.5)Cu_(0.5))_(0.925)Al_(0.07)Sn_(0.005)]_(100-x)Ta_(x)(atomic fraction,%,x=3,5,7)were successfully prepared via dealloying in metallic melt.The reinforcing phase in these alloys has core-shell hybrid structure with Ta-rich particles as core and B2-CuZr as shell.In this method,the dealloyed Ta from Zr-Ta pre-alloys maintained in solid state and aggregated to form the fine Ta-rich phase in the final products.This effectively decreases the size of Ta-rich phase compared with that prepared via conventional arc-melting,where the Ta-rich phase was formed through dissolving and precipitation.Among the three compositions,[(Zr_(0.5)Cu_(0.5))_(0.925)Al_(0.07)Sn_(0.005)]_(95)Ta_(5) showed the highest plastic strain of 11.2%,much higher than that of the arc-melted counterparts(4.3%).Such improvement in mechanical properties was related with the refined core-shell hybrid reinforcing structure,which could hinder the rapid propagation of main shear band more efficiently and cause them to branch and proliferate at the interface.
文摘A new method for corrosion protection of Al-based metal matrix composites (MMC) was developed using two-step process, which involves anodizing in H2SO4 solution and sealing in rare earth solution. Corrosion resistance of the treated surface was evaluated with polarization curves. The results showed that the effect of the protection using rare earth sealing is equivalent to that using chromate sealing for Al6061/SiCp. The rare earth metal salt can be an alternative to the toxic chromate for sealing anodized Al MMC.
基金the support of the Xingliao Talent Program of Liaoning Province(No.XLYC2001004)the High Level Talents Innovation Plan of Dalian(No.2020RD02)the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities(No.DUT22LAB501).
文摘SiC_(f)/SiC ceramic matrix composites(SiC_(f)/SiC composites)are difficult to drill small holes due to their heterogeneity,high hardness,and low electrical conductivity.In order to solve the difficulties of poor quality and low efficiency when drilling small holes,a novel femtosecond laser rotary drilling(FLRD)technique is proposed.Beam kinematic paths and experimental studies were carried out to analyze the effects of processing parameters on the drilling results in the two-step drilling process.In the through-hole drilling stage,the material removal rate increases with increasing laser power,decreasing feed speed and decreasing pitch.As for the finishing stage of drilling,the exit diameter increased with increasing laser power and decreasing feed speed.The drilling parameters were selected by taking the processing efficiency of through-hole and the quality of finished hole as the constraint criteria.Holes with a diameter of 500μm were drilled using FLRD in 3 mm thick SiC_(f)/SiC composites with a drilling time<150 s.The hole aspect ratio was 6,the taper<0.2°,and there was no significant thermal damage at the orifice or the wall of the hole.The FLRD provides a solution for precision machining of small holes in difficult-to-machine materials by offering the advantages of high processing quality and short drilling times.
基金supported by the Guangdong Major Project of Basic and Applied Basic Research(Grant No.2020B0301030006).
文摘Magnesium matrix composites with both high strength and ductility have been achieved by introducing pure Ti particles.However,the properties of the surfaces of the composites need to be improved by surface technology,such as micro-arc oxidation(MAO).In this study,we investigated the influence of the Ti-reinforcement phase on coating growth and evolution by subjecting both AZ91 alloy and AZ91/Ti composite to MAO treatment using silicate-based and phosphate-based electrolytes.Results revealed that the Ti-reinforcement phase influenced the MAO process,altering discharge behavior,and leading to a decreased cell voltage.The vigorous discharge of the Ti-reinforcement phase induced the formation of coating discharge channels,concurrently dissolving and oxidizing Ti-reinforcement to produce a composite ceramic coating with TiO2.The MAO coating on the AZ91/Ti composite exhibited a dark blue macromorphology and distinctive local micromorphological anomalies.In silicate electrolyte,a“volcano-like”localized morphology centered on the discharge channel emerged.In contrast,treatment in phosphate-based electrolyte resulted in a coating morphology similar to typical porous ceramic coatings,with visible radial discharge micropores at the reinforcement phase location.Compared to the AZ91 alloy,the coating on the AZ91/Ti composite exhibited lower thickness and higher porosity.MAO treatment reduced the self-corrosion current density of the AZ91/Ti surface by two orders of magnitude.The silicate coating demonstrated better corrosion resistance than the phosphate coating,attributed to its lower porosity.The formation mechanism of MAO coatings on AZ91/Ti composites in phosphate-based and silicate-based electrolytes was proposed.
文摘Rising concerns about climate change drive the demand for lightweight components.Magnesium(Mg)alloys are highly valued for their low weight,making them increasingly important in various industries.Researchers focusing on enhancing the characteristics of Mg alloys and developing their Metal Matrix Composites(MMCs)have gained significant attention worldwide over the past decade,driven by the global shift towards lightweight materials.Friction Stir Processing(FSP)has emerged as a promising technique to enhance the properties of Mg alloys and produce Mg-MMCs.Initially,FSP adapted to refine grain size from the micro to the nano level and accelerated the development of MMCs due to its solid-state nature and the synergistic effects of microstructure refinement and reinforcement,improving strength,hardness,ductility,wear resistance,corrosion resistance,and fatigue strength.However,producing defect-free and sound FSPed Mg and Mg-MMCs requires addressing several variables and their interdependencies,which opens up a broad range of practical applications.Despite existing reviews on individual FSP of Mg,its alloys,and MMCs,an attempt has been made to analyze the latest research on these three aspects collectively to enhance the understanding,application,and effectiveness of FSP for Mg and its derivatives.This review article discusses the literature,classifies the importance of Mg alloys,provides a historical background,and explores developments and potential applications of FSPed Mg alloys.It focuses on novel fabrication methods,reinforcement strategies,machine and tool design parameters,material characterization,and integration with other methods for enhanced properties.The influence of process parameters and the emergence of defects are examined,along with specific applications in mono and hybrid composites and their microstructure evolution.The study identifies promising reinforcement materials and highlights research gaps in FSP for Mg alloys and MMCs production.It concludes with significant recommendations for further exploration,reflecting ongoing advancements in this field.
