A combination of hard(SiCP)and soft(fly ash)particulate reinforcements could be a strategy to enhance combination of multiple properties of Magnesium and its alloys which otherwise suffer from low stiffness,low wear r...A combination of hard(SiCP)and soft(fly ash)particulate reinforcements could be a strategy to enhance combination of multiple properties of Magnesium and its alloys which otherwise suffer from low stiffness,low wear resistance,and many other critical properties.However,at present a comprehensive and robust map correlating different properties in particle-reinforced composites is much lacking.In this work,an industrial grade AZ91 magnesium alloy reinforced with hard SiC and soft fly ash particles(with 3 vol.%each),has been prepared using stir casting followed by hot extrusion at 325℃with a ratio of 21.5.Microstructure of the hybrid composite was characterized using optical and scanning electron microscopes.The composite exhibited a reduction in average grain size from 13.6 to 7.1μm,concomitantly an increase in Vickers hardness from 73 to 111 HV.The tension-compression yield asymmetry ratios of the unreinforced alloy and hybrid composite were 1.165 and 0.976,respectively indicating higher yield strength for the composite under compressive load.The composite exhibited 76%improvement in damping capacity under time sweep mode,and 28%improvement at 423 K under temperature sweep mode.The tribological characteristics of the composite under dry sliding conditions at sliding speeds and loads in the range of 0.5 to 1.5 m s^(-1)and 10 to 30 N,respectively showed higher wear resistance than the unreinforced alloy.The composite showed 23%improvement in sliding wear resistance at a load of 20 N and a speed of 1 m s^(-1).Finally,efforts have been made to understand the influence of one property on the other by developing statistical property correlation maps from the properties obtained in this study and from the literature.These maps are expected to help in the design of hybrid Metal Matrix Composites for a variety of targeted applications in different sectors.展开更多
This paper presents the design of a novel honeycomb structure with a double curved beam.The purpose of this design is to achieve vibration isolation for the main engine of an offshore platform and reduce impact loads....This paper presents the design of a novel honeycomb structure with a double curved beam.The purpose of this design is to achieve vibration isolation for the main engine of an offshore platform and reduce impact loads.An analytical formula for the force-displacement relationship of the honeycomb single-cell structure is presented based on the modal superposition method.This formula provides a theoretical basis for predicting the compression performance of honeycomb structures.The effects of structural geometric parameters,series and parallel connection methods on the mechanical and energy absorption properties are investigated through mathematical modeling and experimental methods.Furthermore,the study focuses on the vibration isolation and impact resistance performance of honeycomb panels.The results show that the designed honeycomb structure has good mechanical and energy absorption performance,and its energy absorption effect is related to the geometric parameters and series and parallel connection methods of the structure.The isolation efficiency of the honeycomb with 4 rows and 3 columns reaches 38%.The initial isolation frequency of the isolator is 11.7 Hz.展开更多
With the wide use of three-dimensional woven spacer composites(3DWSCs),the market expects greater mechanical properties from this material.By changing the weft fastening method of the traditional I-shape pile yarns,we...With the wide use of three-dimensional woven spacer composites(3DWSCs),the market expects greater mechanical properties from this material.By changing the weft fastening method of the traditional I-shape pile yarns,we designed three-dimensional woven spacer fabrics(3DWSFs)and 3DWSCs with the weft V-shape to improve the compression performance of traditional 3DWSFs.The effects of weft binding structures,V-pile densities,and V-shaped angle were investigated in this paper.It is found that the compression resistance of 3DWSFs with the weft V-shape is improved compared to that with the weft I-shape,the fabric height recovery rate is as high as 95.7%,and the average elastic recovery rate is 59.39%.When the interlayer pile yarn density is the same,the weft V-shaped and weft I-shaped 3DWSCs have similar flatwise pressure and edgewise pressure performance.The compression properties of the composite improve as the density of the V-pile yarns increases.The flatwise compression load decreases as the V-shaped angle decreases.When the V-shaped angle is 28°and 42°,the latitudinal V-shaped 3DWSCs perform exceptionally well in terms of anti-compression cushioning.The V-shaped weft binding method offers a novel approach to structural design of 3DWSCs.展开更多
The uniaxial compressive response of steel-polypropylene hybrid fiber reinforced concrete（HFRC） and steel fiber-reinforced concrete（SFRC） was analyzed under high strain rate loading with a 74 mm diameter split Hop...The uniaxial compressive response of steel-polypropylene hybrid fiber reinforced concrete（HFRC） and steel fiber-reinforced concrete（SFRC） was analyzed under high strain rate loading with a 74 mm diameter split Hopkinson pressure bar（SHPB）.The experimental investigation focused on recorded data and resulted in distinguishing the strain rate that mobilized different ductility of steel-polypropylene hybrid fiber reinforced concrete（HFRC） and steel fiber-reinforced concrete（SFRC）.64 specimens of HFRC and SFRC with higher static compressive strength were tested at the strain rates changing from 20 to 120 s-1.The static compressive strength and dynamic stress-strain curves of the two materials were obtained at 4 different strain rates and the failure stress,and peak strain and peak toughness were also analyzed.The results show that HFRC has quite good dynamic mechanical property and clear strain-rate effect,and the failure mechanism of HFRC and SFRC was also compared based on the specimens＇ failure modes in static and dynamic compressive tests.展开更多
The static tests of nine traditional and bird beak square hollow structure(SHS) T-joints with different β values and connection types under axial compression at brace end were carried out. Experimental test schemes, ...The static tests of nine traditional and bird beak square hollow structure(SHS) T-joints with different β values and connection types under axial compression at brace end were carried out. Experimental test schemes, failure modes of specimens, jack load-vertical displacement curves, jack load-deformation of chord and strain intensity distribution curves of joints were presented. The effects of β and connection types on axial compression property of joints were studied. The results show that the ultimate axial compression capacity of common bird beak SHS T-joints and diamond bird beak SHS T-joints is larger than that of traditional SHS T-joint specimens with big values of β. The ultimate axial compression capacity of diamond bird beak SHS T-joints is larger than that of common bird beak SHS T-joints. As β increases, the increase of the ultimate axial compression capacity of diamond bird beak SHS T-joints over that of common bird beak joints grows. The ultimate axial compression capacity and the initial axial stiffness of all kinds of joints increase as β increases, and the initial axial stiffness of the diamond bird beak SHS T-joints is the largest. The ductilities of common bird beak and diamond bird beak SHS T-joints increase as β increases, but the ductility of the traditional SHS T-joints decreases as β increases.展开更多
This study investigates the compressive and tensile properties of basalt fiber-reinforced concrete (BFRC) after ultra-low-temperature freeze-thaw cycles. Scanning electron microscope (SEM) analysis was conducted to ex...This study investigates the compressive and tensile properties of basalt fiber-reinforced concrete (BFRC) after ultra-low-temperature freeze-thaw cycles. Scanning electron microscope (SEM) analysis was conducted to examine the deterioration mechanisms caused by freeze-thaw cycles and sulfate erosion. The results show that compressive and tensile strengths increase with basalt fiber dosage. The optimal dosage is 0.2%. With longer exposure to sulfate erosion, both strengths decline significantly. Basalt fibers effectively bridge cracks, control expansion, enhance compactness, and improve concrete performance. Ultra-low-temperature freeze-thaw cycles and sulfate erosion cause rapid crack growth. Sulfate erosion produces crystallization products and expansive substances. These fill cracks, create pressure, and damage the internal structure. Freezing and expansion forces further enlarge voids and cracks. This provides space for expansive substances, worsening concrete deterioration and reducing its performance.展开更多
To meet the increased demand for light-weight and high-performance special-shaped load bearing parts in automotive industry,the short carbon fiber reinforced magnesium matrix composite(C_(sf)/Mg)part with complex conf...To meet the increased demand for light-weight and high-performance special-shaped load bearing parts in automotive industry,the short carbon fiber reinforced magnesium matrix composite(C_(sf)/Mg)part with complex configuration features and abrupt cross-sectional transitions was fabricated by liquid-solid extrusion following vacuum pressure infiltration process(LSEVI).Near-net forming schemes of both the special-shaped fiber preform and composite part were proposed.The effect of process parameters on the forming quality of the composite part was discussed.Meanwhile,the microstructures and compressive properties in different regions of the part were analyzed.The results show that the forward forming scheme provides the special-shaped fiber preform with no surface defects.For the C_(sf)/AZ91D part,its internal microstructures show that the infiltration of liquid magnesium is sufficient and uniform.The compressive strength of the composite part can reach up to 487 MPa,corresponding to~40%increase compared to 335 MPa of the AZ91D alloy.The average compressive strain of composites is less than 10%,which is about 50%of that of the AZ91D alloy.When the fiber orientation is parallel to the shear direction on the shear plane,the load-bearing capacity of the fiber is much higher than that of the fiber perpendicular to the shear direction.This work not only provides a convenient approach to fabricate special-shaped preform with high fiber volume fraction,but also gives a demonstration for the near-net forming of C_(sf)/Mg parts with excellent material isotropy and compressive properties.展开更多
In order to avoid the delamination of traditional laminated tubular composites,on an ordinary loom,the 3D woven special⁃shaped square tubular fabrics were woven with environment⁃friendly basalt filament yarns,and then...In order to avoid the delamination of traditional laminated tubular composites,on an ordinary loom,the 3D woven special⁃shaped square tubular fabrics were woven with environment⁃friendly basalt filament yarns,and then the 3D woven special⁃shaped square tubular composites were prepared with epoxy resin by a vacuum⁃assisted resin transfer molding(VARTM)process.Through experiments and software fitting,the axial compression properties of composites were analyzed.The polynomial fitting formulas of load⁃displacement curve and energy⁃displacement curve were obtained by using least square methods.The results showed that the 3D woven special⁃shaped square tubular composites had good axial compression performance,and with the increase of the composite thickness,compressive strength and energy absorption increased significantly.The failure mode was analyzed in the paper,thus revealing the failure stress propagation,local stress concentration,and failure morphology.It provides an effective reference for the design and application of the 3D woven special⁃shaped square tubular composite.展开更多
The microstructure of Mg-8Zn-1Y alloy solidified under super-high pressure was analyzed through X-ray diffraction（XRD）, scanning electron microscopy（SEM） and energy dispersive spectroscopy（EDS）. And, compression...The microstructure of Mg-8Zn-1Y alloy solidified under super-high pressure was analyzed through X-ray diffraction（XRD）, scanning electron microscopy（SEM） and energy dispersive spectroscopy（EDS）. And, compression deformation behavior at room-temperature was studied. The results showed that the microstructure of Mg-8Zn-1Y alloy solidified under ambient pressure and super-high pressure was both mainly composed of ■-Mg and quasicrystal I-Mg3Zn6 Y. Solidification under super-high pressure contributed to refining solidified microstructure and changing morphology of the intergranular second phase. The morphology of intergranular second phase（quasicrystal I-Mg3Zn6Y） was transformed from continuous network（ambient pressure） to long island（high pressure） and finally to granular（super-high pressure） with the increase in pressure. The compressive strength, yield strength and rupture strain of the samples solidified under ambient pressure were significantly improved from 262.6 MPa, 244.4 MPa and 13.3% to 437.3 MPa, 368.9 MPa and 24.7% under the pressure of 6 GPa, respectively. Under ambient pressure, cleavage plane on compressive fracture was large and smooth. When it was solidified under the pressure ranging from 4 to 6 GPa, cleavage plane on compressive fracture was small and coarse. In addition, dimple, tear ridge and lobate patterns existed.展开更多
For the purpose of investigating the dynamic deformational behavior and failure mechanisms of magnesium under high strain rates,the Split Hopkinson Pressure Bar(SHPB)was used for investigating dynamic mechanical prope...For the purpose of investigating the dynamic deformational behavior and failure mechanisms of magnesium under high strain rates,the Split Hopkinson Pressure Bar(SHPB)was used for investigating dynamic mechanical properties of extruded Mg-Gd-Y Magnesium alloy at ambient temperature(300 K),200℃(473 K)and 300℃(573 K)temperature.The samples after compression were analyzed by scanning electron microscope(SEM)and metallographic microscope.Dynamic mechanical properties,crack performance and plastic deformation mechanism of extruded Mg-Gd-Y Magnesium alloy along the extrusion direction(ED)were discussed.The results show that,extruded Mg-Gd-Y Magnesium alloy has the largest dynamic compressive strength which is 535 MPa at ambient temperature(300 K)and strain rate of 2826 s^(−1).When temperature increases,dynamic compressive strength decreases,while ductility increases.The dynamic compression fracture mechanism of extruded Mg-Gd-Y Magnesium alloy is multi-crack propagation and intergranular quasi-cleavage fracture at both ambient temperature and high temperature.The dynamic compressive deformation mechanism of extruded Mg-Gd-Y Magnesium alloy is a combination of twinning,slipping and dynamic recrystallization at both ambient temperature and high temperature.展开更多
The cyclic extrusion compression （CEC） was applied to severely deform the as-extruded GW102K （Mg- 10.0Gd-2.0Y-0.5Zr, wt%） alloy at 350, 400, and 450 ℃, respectively. The microstructure, texture, and grain boundar...The cyclic extrusion compression （CEC） was applied to severely deform the as-extruded GW102K （Mg- 10.0Gd-2.0Y-0.5Zr, wt%） alloy at 350, 400, and 450 ℃, respectively. The microstructure, texture, and grain boundary character distribution of the CECed alloy were investigated in the present work. The mechan- ical properties were measured by uniaxial tension at room temperature. The crack initiation on the longitudinal section near the tensile fracture-surface was investigated by high-resolution scanning elec- tron microscopy （SEM）. The result shows that the microstructure was dramatically refined by dynamic recrystallization （DRX）. The initial fiber texture was disintegrated and obviously weakened. The 8-passes/ 350 ℃ CECed alloy exhibited yield strength of 318 MPa with an elongation-to-fracture of 16.8%, increased by 41.3% and 162.5%, respectively. Moreover, the elongation-to-fracture of the 8-passes/450 ℃ CECed alloy significantly increased more than 3 times than that of the received alloy. The cracks were mainly initi- ated at twin boundaries and second phase/matrix interfaces during tensile deformation. The microstructure refinement was considered to result in the dramatically enhanced of the strength and ductility. In ad- dition, the texture randomization during CEC is beneficial for enhancing ductility. The standard positive Hall-Petch relationships have been obtained for the CECed GW102K alloy.展开更多
The effects of yttrium and cerium on the compression properties of Ni_3Al-base alloys have been investigated.The results reveal that the addition of about 0.1 wt% Y to Ni_3Al-B alloy is effective for improving the duc...The effects of yttrium and cerium on the compression properties of Ni_3Al-base alloys have been investigated.The results reveal that the addition of about 0.1 wt% Y to Ni_3Al-B alloy is effective for improving the ductility at 1100℃.A ductility increase of about 100% is observed for this Y doped alloy.The yttrium re- fines grains of the alloy.An YNi_5 phase is found to be precipitated on the grain boundaries in the alloy con- taining 0.3 wt% Yor more.Adding about 0.1 wt% Ce to Ni_3Al-B-Cr-Zr alloy obviously improves the ductility of the alloy at 1100℃.A ductility increase of about 50% is obtained for this alloy.The added cerium also pre- vents the formation of γ+γ' eutectic and refines it.The bulk phase of CeNi_4 appeares at the front of the eutectic in the alloys containing 0.1 wt% Ce or more.展开更多
Inconel 617 metal honeycombs with designed porosity,cell size and cell morphology were fabricated using fused deposition modelling rapid prototype manufacturing.The microstructure and compression properties of Inconel...Inconel 617 metal honeycombs with designed porosity,cell size and cell morphology were fabricated using fused deposition modelling rapid prototype manufacturing.The microstructure and compression properties of Inconel 617 metal honeycomb were studied.The results indicate that Inconel 617 metal honeycomb structure can be fabricated using fused deposition modelling technique,the processes are simple and the size of honeycomb is controllable.The sintered Inconel 617 honeycombs consist of matrix,γ phase,and grain boundary precipitates,Cr7C3 and M23C6 type carbides.The honeycomb microstructure sintered using fine powder particles are denser than that of coarse powder particles.Yield strength and Young’s modulus increase with the relative density of honeycomb increasing.But the influence of the relative density on Young’s modulus is greater than that of yield strength.展开更多
The tungsten fibers or powders reinforced Zr_(52)Cu_(32)Ni_(6)Al_(10),(Zr_(52)Cu_(32)Ni_(6)Al_(10))_(98)Nb_(2),and(Zr_(52)Cu_(32)Ni_(6)Al_(10))_(98)Be_(2)bulk metallic glass composites(BMGCs)were fabricated using the ...The tungsten fibers or powders reinforced Zr_(52)Cu_(32)Ni_(6)Al_(10),(Zr_(52)Cu_(32)Ni_(6)Al_(10))_(98)Nb_(2),and(Zr_(52)Cu_(32)Ni_(6)Al_(10))_(98)Be_(2)bulk metallic glass composites(BMGCs)were fabricated using the infiltration casting method.In this study,the wettability between the amorphous alloy melts and tungsten substrates was investigated using the sessile drop method,revealing excellent wettability at 1,010℃.Consequently,an infiltration temperature of 1,010°C was chosen for composite material fabrication.Structural characterization and mechanical property test of both composites were conducted through scanning electron microscopy(SEM),and X-ray diffraction(XRD),and universal mechanical testing.Both tungsten fiber or tungsten powder reinforced Zr_(52)Cu_(32)Ni_(6)Al_(10)and(Zr_(52)Cu_(32)Ni_(6)Al_(10))_(98)Be_(2)composites exhibit the formation of W-Zr phase.In contrast,the tungsten fiber or tungsten powder reinforced(Zr_(52)Cu_(32)Ni_(6)Al_(10))_(98)Nb_(2)composites does not show the formation of W-Zr phase.X-ray diffraction patterns confirm the presence of W reinforcement phases in both composites.The successful fabrication of both composites is evidenced by their remarkable mechanical properties under room temperature compression.The yield strength of all the three tungsten fiber-reinforced composite sample exceeds 2,400 MPa,with the plastic strain exceeding 3.9%,while the yield strength of all the three tungsten powder-reinforced composite sample surpasses 2,700 MPa,with the plastic strain exceeding 30%.Fracture analysis reveals longitudinal splitting in the tungsten fiber-reinforced composites,contrasting with brittle fracture in the tungsten powder-reinforced composites.The denser the shear bands on the amorphous matrix of the two types of composite materials,the better their mechanical properties.展开更多
Metamaterials are defined as artificially designed micro-architectures with unusual physical properties,including optical,electromagnetic,mechanical,and thermal characteristics.This study investigates the compressive ...Metamaterials are defined as artificially designed micro-architectures with unusual physical properties,including optical,electromagnetic,mechanical,and thermal characteristics.This study investigates the compressive mechanical and heat transfer properties of AlSi10Mg gradient metamaterials fabricated by Laser Powder Bed Fusion(LPBF).The morphology of the AlSi10Mg metamaterials was examined using an ultrahigh-resolution microscope.Quasi-static uniaxial compression tests were conducted at room temperature,with deformation behavior captured through camera recordings.The findings indicate that the proposed gradient metamaterial exhibits superior compressive strength properties and energy absorption capacity.The Gradient-SplitP structure demonstrated better compressive performance compared to other strut-based structures,including Gradient-Gyroid and Gradient-Lidinoid structures.With an apparent density of 0.796,the Gradient-SplitP structure exhibited an outstanding energy absorption capacity,reaching an impressive 23.57 MJ/m^(3).In addition,heat conductivity tests were performed to assess the thermal resistance of these structures with different cell configurations.The gradient metamaterials exhibited higher thermal resistance and lower thermal conductivity.Consequently,the designed gradient metamaterials can be considered valuable in various applications,such as thermal management,load-bearing,and energy absorption components.展开更多
The influences of slight amount of B element on the microstructure and properties of AlCoCrFeNiBx high entropy alloys（x = 0,0.01,…,0.09 and 0.1,mole fraction） were investigated.The AlCoCrFeNi high entropy alloy exh...The influences of slight amount of B element on the microstructure and properties of AlCoCrFeNiBx high entropy alloys（x = 0,0.01,…,0.09 and 0.1,mole fraction） were investigated.The AlCoCrFeNi high entropy alloy exhibits equiaxed grain structures with obvious composition segregation.However,with the addition of B element,the alloys exhibit dendrite structures.Inside the dendrites,spinodal decomposition structure can be clearly observed.With the addition of B element,the crystal structures change from（B2 ＋ BCC） to（B2 ＋ BCC ＋ FCC） structures,and the hardness firstly increases from HV 486.7 to HV 502.4,then declines to HV 460.7（x ≥ 0.02）.The compressive fracture strength firstly shows a trend of increasing,and then declining（x ≥ 0.08）.The coercive forces and the specific saturation magnetizations of the alloys decrease as B addition contents increase,the decreasing coercive forces show a better soft magnetic behavior.展开更多
Long period stacking ordered（LPSO） structure phases were prepared by conventional solidification method in Mg（94）Zn3YxGd（3-x）（x=3,2,1.5,1,mole fraction） alloys,the microstructures,corrosion and compressive mec...Long period stacking ordered（LPSO） structure phases were prepared by conventional solidification method in Mg（94）Zn3YxGd（3-x）（x=3,2,1.5,1,mole fraction） alloys,the microstructures,corrosion and compressive mechanical properties of which were investigated,separately.The results reveal that the microstructures of the as-cast Mg（94）Zn3YxGd（3-x） alloys,with n（Zn）/n（Y＋Gd）=1：1,consist of α（Mg） phase,Mg3Zn3RE2（W） phase,Mg（12）ZnRE（14H-LPSO） phase and a few bright cube-shaped Mg-Y-Gd phases.The formation and the distribution of LPSO-phase in the alloys can be influenced by the content of Gd.The volume fraction of 14H-LPSO phase increases first and then decreases with the increase of the Gd content.For the electrochemical impedance spectroscopy（EIS） measurement,a R（Q（R（QR））） model was used to fit the test results in 3.5%（mass fraction） NaCl solution at room temperature.The corrosion current densities of all samples are about 10-（-5） A/cm-2.When x（Gd）≤1%,Mg-Zn-Y-（Gd）alloy shows good corrosion resistance,which is better than that of the commercial AZ91 D magnesium alloy.The corrosion rate increases when the Gd content is higher than 1.5%.At room temperature,the compressive properties of Mg-Zn-Y-（Gd） alloys increase remarkably with the increase of the volume fraction of LPSO phase.In addition,the pinning effect of W-phase and dispersive cube-shaped Mg-Y-Gd phase is beneficial to improving the mechanical properties of as-cast Mg（94）Zn3YxGd（3-x） alloy in deformation process.展开更多
Electromagnetic forming tests were done at room temperature to reveal the influence of hydrogen content on the compressive properties of Ti-6Al-4V alloy at high strain rate. Microstructure was observed to reveal the m...Electromagnetic forming tests were done at room temperature to reveal the influence of hydrogen content on the compressive properties of Ti-6Al-4V alloy at high strain rate. Microstructure was observed to reveal the mechanism of hydrogen-enhanced compressive properties. The experimental results indicate that hydrogen has favorable effects on the compressive properties of Ti-6Al-4V alloy at high strain rate. Compression of Ti-6Al-4V alloy first increases up to a maximum and then decreases with the increase of hydrogen content at the same discharge energy under EMF tests. The compression increases by 47.0% when 0.2% (mass fraction) hydrogen is introduced into Ti-6Al-4V alloy. The optimal hydrogen content for cold formation of Ti–6Al–4V alloy under EMF was determined. The reasons for the hydrogen-induced compressive properties were discussed.展开更多
Thermohydrogen processing can enhance workability, decrease flow stress and deforming tempera- ture of titanium alloys. In this study, thermohydrogen processing was carried out for metastable β-type TB8 alloy. The mi...Thermohydrogen processing can enhance workability, decrease flow stress and deforming tempera- ture of titanium alloys. In this study, thermohydrogen processing was carried out for metastable β-type TB8 alloy. The microstructures of hydrogenated TB8 alloy were investigated based on scanning electron microscopy （SEM）, transmission electronic microscopy （TEM） as well as X-ray diffraction （XRD） analysis. The results reveal that 6 hydride phase forms in the hydrogenated TB8 alloy, but the amount of β phase increases with hydrogen content increasing. Single β phase appears when the hydrogen content reaches 0.7 wt%. The alloying elements redistrib- ute in the hydrogenated TB8 alloy, and hydrogen leads to the reduction of the alloying elements in β phase. The room-temperature compression tests were performed on a MTS809 machine. It is found that the room-temperature yield strength of hydrogenated TB8 alloy decreases. And minimum yield strength is obtained at a hydrogen content of 0.5 wt%. The ductility does not decrease within 0.7 wt% hydrogen content. These results provide theoretical basis for improving the formability and promoting the applica- tions of TB8 alloy.展开更多
The compressive properties of the aluminum matrix composite reinforced with 55% B4C （volume fraction） particles were characterized using Gleeble 3500 thermal-mechanical testing machine. The compressive stress--strai...The compressive properties of the aluminum matrix composite reinforced with 55% B4C （volume fraction） particles were characterized using Gleeble 3500 thermal-mechanical testing machine. The compressive stress--strain curves were obtained at the temperature ranging from 298 to 773 K and strain rate ranging from 1×10^（-3） to 5 s ^（-1）. The results showed that the dynamic compressive strength decreased more slowly than the quasi-static compressive strength at elevated temperatures, which was attributed to the different failure modes of the composite under dynamic and quasi-static load. The strain rate sensitivity increased from 0.02 to 0.13 when the temperature increased from room temperature to 773 K, suggesting that the strain rate sensitivity of this type of composite is a function of temperature.展开更多
文摘A combination of hard(SiCP)and soft(fly ash)particulate reinforcements could be a strategy to enhance combination of multiple properties of Magnesium and its alloys which otherwise suffer from low stiffness,low wear resistance,and many other critical properties.However,at present a comprehensive and robust map correlating different properties in particle-reinforced composites is much lacking.In this work,an industrial grade AZ91 magnesium alloy reinforced with hard SiC and soft fly ash particles(with 3 vol.%each),has been prepared using stir casting followed by hot extrusion at 325℃with a ratio of 21.5.Microstructure of the hybrid composite was characterized using optical and scanning electron microscopes.The composite exhibited a reduction in average grain size from 13.6 to 7.1μm,concomitantly an increase in Vickers hardness from 73 to 111 HV.The tension-compression yield asymmetry ratios of the unreinforced alloy and hybrid composite were 1.165 and 0.976,respectively indicating higher yield strength for the composite under compressive load.The composite exhibited 76%improvement in damping capacity under time sweep mode,and 28%improvement at 423 K under temperature sweep mode.The tribological characteristics of the composite under dry sliding conditions at sliding speeds and loads in the range of 0.5 to 1.5 m s^(-1)and 10 to 30 N,respectively showed higher wear resistance than the unreinforced alloy.The composite showed 23%improvement in sliding wear resistance at a load of 20 N and a speed of 1 m s^(-1).Finally,efforts have been made to understand the influence of one property on the other by developing statistical property correlation maps from the properties obtained in this study and from the literature.These maps are expected to help in the design of hybrid Metal Matrix Composites for a variety of targeted applications in different sectors.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.52088102)the Major Scientific and Technological Innovation Project of Shandong Province(Grant No.2019JZZY010820).
文摘This paper presents the design of a novel honeycomb structure with a double curved beam.The purpose of this design is to achieve vibration isolation for the main engine of an offshore platform and reduce impact loads.An analytical formula for the force-displacement relationship of the honeycomb single-cell structure is presented based on the modal superposition method.This formula provides a theoretical basis for predicting the compression performance of honeycomb structures.The effects of structural geometric parameters,series and parallel connection methods on the mechanical and energy absorption properties are investigated through mathematical modeling and experimental methods.Furthermore,the study focuses on the vibration isolation and impact resistance performance of honeycomb panels.The results show that the designed honeycomb structure has good mechanical and energy absorption performance,and its energy absorption effect is related to the geometric parameters and series and parallel connection methods of the structure.The isolation efficiency of the honeycomb with 4 rows and 3 columns reaches 38%.The initial isolation frequency of the isolator is 11.7 Hz.
基金Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities,China(Nos.2232022D-11 and 22D128102/007)Jiangsu Transformation and Upgrading Funding Program for Industrial and Information Industry,ChinaShanghai Natural Science Foundation of Shanghai Municipal Science and Technology Commission,China(No.20ZR1401600)。
文摘With the wide use of three-dimensional woven spacer composites(3DWSCs),the market expects greater mechanical properties from this material.By changing the weft fastening method of the traditional I-shape pile yarns,we designed three-dimensional woven spacer fabrics(3DWSFs)and 3DWSCs with the weft V-shape to improve the compression performance of traditional 3DWSFs.The effects of weft binding structures,V-pile densities,and V-shaped angle were investigated in this paper.It is found that the compression resistance of 3DWSFs with the weft V-shape is improved compared to that with the weft I-shape,the fabric height recovery rate is as high as 95.7%,and the average elastic recovery rate is 59.39%.When the interlayer pile yarn density is the same,the weft V-shaped and weft I-shaped 3DWSCs have similar flatwise pressure and edgewise pressure performance.The compression properties of the composite improve as the density of the V-pile yarns increases.The flatwise compression load decreases as the V-shaped angle decreases.When the V-shaped angle is 28°and 42°,the latitudinal V-shaped 3DWSCs perform exceptionally well in terms of anti-compression cushioning.The V-shaped weft binding method offers a novel approach to structural design of 3DWSCs.
基金Funded by the Self-determined and Innovative Research Funds of WUT
文摘The uniaxial compressive response of steel-polypropylene hybrid fiber reinforced concrete（HFRC） and steel fiber-reinforced concrete（SFRC） was analyzed under high strain rate loading with a 74 mm diameter split Hopkinson pressure bar（SHPB）.The experimental investigation focused on recorded data and resulted in distinguishing the strain rate that mobilized different ductility of steel-polypropylene hybrid fiber reinforced concrete（HFRC） and steel fiber-reinforced concrete（SFRC）.64 specimens of HFRC and SFRC with higher static compressive strength were tested at the strain rates changing from 20 to 120 s-1.The static compressive strength and dynamic stress-strain curves of the two materials were obtained at 4 different strain rates and the failure stress,and peak strain and peak toughness were also analyzed.The results show that HFRC has quite good dynamic mechanical property and clear strain-rate effect,and the failure mechanism of HFRC and SFRC was also compared based on the specimens＇ failure modes in static and dynamic compressive tests.
基金Projects(51278209,51478047)supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of ChinaProject(2014FJ-NCET-ZR03)supported by the Program for New Century Excellent Talents in Fujian Provincial Universities,China+1 种基金Project(JA13005)supported by the Incubation Program for Excellent Young Science and Technology Talents in Fujian Provincial Universities,ChinaProject(ZQN-PY110)supported by the Young and Middle-aged Academic Staff of Huaqiao University,China
文摘The static tests of nine traditional and bird beak square hollow structure(SHS) T-joints with different β values and connection types under axial compression at brace end were carried out. Experimental test schemes, failure modes of specimens, jack load-vertical displacement curves, jack load-deformation of chord and strain intensity distribution curves of joints were presented. The effects of β and connection types on axial compression property of joints were studied. The results show that the ultimate axial compression capacity of common bird beak SHS T-joints and diamond bird beak SHS T-joints is larger than that of traditional SHS T-joint specimens with big values of β. The ultimate axial compression capacity of diamond bird beak SHS T-joints is larger than that of common bird beak SHS T-joints. As β increases, the increase of the ultimate axial compression capacity of diamond bird beak SHS T-joints over that of common bird beak joints grows. The ultimate axial compression capacity and the initial axial stiffness of all kinds of joints increase as β increases, and the initial axial stiffness of the diamond bird beak SHS T-joints is the largest. The ductilities of common bird beak and diamond bird beak SHS T-joints increase as β increases, but the ductility of the traditional SHS T-joints decreases as β increases.
文摘This study investigates the compressive and tensile properties of basalt fiber-reinforced concrete (BFRC) after ultra-low-temperature freeze-thaw cycles. Scanning electron microscope (SEM) analysis was conducted to examine the deterioration mechanisms caused by freeze-thaw cycles and sulfate erosion. The results show that compressive and tensile strengths increase with basalt fiber dosage. The optimal dosage is 0.2%. With longer exposure to sulfate erosion, both strengths decline significantly. Basalt fibers effectively bridge cracks, control expansion, enhance compactness, and improve concrete performance. Ultra-low-temperature freeze-thaw cycles and sulfate erosion cause rapid crack growth. Sulfate erosion produces crystallization products and expansive substances. These fill cracks, create pressure, and damage the internal structure. Freezing and expansion forces further enlarge voids and cracks. This provides space for expansive substances, worsening concrete deterioration and reducing its performance.
基金support from the National Natural Science Foundation of China (No.52231004,52175365,51972271)Dr.Jiawei Fu appreciates the support from The Young Talents Plan in Shaanxi Province of China (No.00121)。
文摘To meet the increased demand for light-weight and high-performance special-shaped load bearing parts in automotive industry,the short carbon fiber reinforced magnesium matrix composite(C_(sf)/Mg)part with complex configuration features and abrupt cross-sectional transitions was fabricated by liquid-solid extrusion following vacuum pressure infiltration process(LSEVI).Near-net forming schemes of both the special-shaped fiber preform and composite part were proposed.The effect of process parameters on the forming quality of the composite part was discussed.Meanwhile,the microstructures and compressive properties in different regions of the part were analyzed.The results show that the forward forming scheme provides the special-shaped fiber preform with no surface defects.For the C_(sf)/AZ91D part,its internal microstructures show that the infiltration of liquid magnesium is sufficient and uniform.The compressive strength of the composite part can reach up to 487 MPa,corresponding to~40%increase compared to 335 MPa of the AZ91D alloy.The average compressive strain of composites is less than 10%,which is about 50%of that of the AZ91D alloy.When the fiber orientation is parallel to the shear direction on the shear plane,the load-bearing capacity of the fiber is much higher than that of the fiber perpendicular to the shear direction.This work not only provides a convenient approach to fabricate special-shaped preform with high fiber volume fraction,but also gives a demonstration for the near-net forming of C_(sf)/Mg parts with excellent material isotropy and compressive properties.
基金Natural Science Foundation of Liaoning Province,China(No.2019⁃MS⁃017)。
文摘In order to avoid the delamination of traditional laminated tubular composites,on an ordinary loom,the 3D woven special⁃shaped square tubular fabrics were woven with environment⁃friendly basalt filament yarns,and then the 3D woven special⁃shaped square tubular composites were prepared with epoxy resin by a vacuum⁃assisted resin transfer molding(VARTM)process.Through experiments and software fitting,the axial compression properties of composites were analyzed.The polynomial fitting formulas of load⁃displacement curve and energy⁃displacement curve were obtained by using least square methods.The results showed that the 3D woven special⁃shaped square tubular composites had good axial compression performance,and with the increase of the composite thickness,compressive strength and energy absorption increased significantly.The failure mode was analyzed in the paper,thus revealing the failure stress propagation,local stress concentration,and failure morphology.It provides an effective reference for the design and application of the 3D woven special⁃shaped square tubular composite.
基金Project supported by National Natural Science Foundation of China(51475486)Natural Science Foundation of Hebei Province(E2013501096)
文摘The microstructure of Mg-8Zn-1Y alloy solidified under super-high pressure was analyzed through X-ray diffraction（XRD）, scanning electron microscopy（SEM） and energy dispersive spectroscopy（EDS）. And, compression deformation behavior at room-temperature was studied. The results showed that the microstructure of Mg-8Zn-1Y alloy solidified under ambient pressure and super-high pressure was both mainly composed of ■-Mg and quasicrystal I-Mg3Zn6 Y. Solidification under super-high pressure contributed to refining solidified microstructure and changing morphology of the intergranular second phase. The morphology of intergranular second phase（quasicrystal I-Mg3Zn6Y） was transformed from continuous network（ambient pressure） to long island（high pressure） and finally to granular（super-high pressure） with the increase in pressure. The compressive strength, yield strength and rupture strain of the samples solidified under ambient pressure were significantly improved from 262.6 MPa, 244.4 MPa and 13.3% to 437.3 MPa, 368.9 MPa and 24.7% under the pressure of 6 GPa, respectively. Under ambient pressure, cleavage plane on compressive fracture was large and smooth. When it was solidified under the pressure ranging from 4 to 6 GPa, cleavage plane on compressive fracture was small and coarse. In addition, dimple, tear ridge and lobate patterns existed.
基金The authors would like to acknowledge the financial support from the National Key Basic Research Program(973 Program),Project(2013CB632205).
文摘For the purpose of investigating the dynamic deformational behavior and failure mechanisms of magnesium under high strain rates,the Split Hopkinson Pressure Bar(SHPB)was used for investigating dynamic mechanical properties of extruded Mg-Gd-Y Magnesium alloy at ambient temperature(300 K),200℃(473 K)and 300℃(573 K)temperature.The samples after compression were analyzed by scanning electron microscope(SEM)and metallographic microscope.Dynamic mechanical properties,crack performance and plastic deformation mechanism of extruded Mg-Gd-Y Magnesium alloy along the extrusion direction(ED)were discussed.The results show that,extruded Mg-Gd-Y Magnesium alloy has the largest dynamic compressive strength which is 535 MPa at ambient temperature(300 K)and strain rate of 2826 s^(−1).When temperature increases,dynamic compressive strength decreases,while ductility increases.The dynamic compression fracture mechanism of extruded Mg-Gd-Y Magnesium alloy is multi-crack propagation and intergranular quasi-cleavage fracture at both ambient temperature and high temperature.The dynamic compressive deformation mechanism of extruded Mg-Gd-Y Magnesium alloy is a combination of twinning,slipping and dynamic recrystallization at both ambient temperature and high temperature.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China (No. 51204117)Program for the Top Young Academic Leaders of Higher Learning Institutions of Shanxithe Natural Science Foundation of Shanxi province (No. 2015021017)
文摘The cyclic extrusion compression （CEC） was applied to severely deform the as-extruded GW102K （Mg- 10.0Gd-2.0Y-0.5Zr, wt%） alloy at 350, 400, and 450 ℃, respectively. The microstructure, texture, and grain boundary character distribution of the CECed alloy were investigated in the present work. The mechan- ical properties were measured by uniaxial tension at room temperature. The crack initiation on the longitudinal section near the tensile fracture-surface was investigated by high-resolution scanning elec- tron microscopy （SEM）. The result shows that the microstructure was dramatically refined by dynamic recrystallization （DRX）. The initial fiber texture was disintegrated and obviously weakened. The 8-passes/ 350 ℃ CECed alloy exhibited yield strength of 318 MPa with an elongation-to-fracture of 16.8%, increased by 41.3% and 162.5%, respectively. Moreover, the elongation-to-fracture of the 8-passes/450 ℃ CECed alloy significantly increased more than 3 times than that of the received alloy. The cracks were mainly initi- ated at twin boundaries and second phase/matrix interfaces during tensile deformation. The microstructure refinement was considered to result in the dramatically enhanced of the strength and ductility. In ad- dition, the texture randomization during CEC is beneficial for enhancing ductility. The standard positive Hall-Petch relationships have been obtained for the CECed GW102K alloy.
文摘The effects of yttrium and cerium on the compression properties of Ni_3Al-base alloys have been investigated.The results reveal that the addition of about 0.1 wt% Y to Ni_3Al-B alloy is effective for improving the ductility at 1100℃.A ductility increase of about 100% is observed for this Y doped alloy.The yttrium re- fines grains of the alloy.An YNi_5 phase is found to be precipitated on the grain boundaries in the alloy con- taining 0.3 wt% Yor more.Adding about 0.1 wt% Ce to Ni_3Al-B-Cr-Zr alloy obviously improves the ductility of the alloy at 1100℃.A ductility increase of about 50% is obtained for this alloy.The added cerium also pre- vents the formation of γ+γ' eutectic and refines it.The bulk phase of CeNi_4 appeares at the front of the eutectic in the alloys containing 0.1 wt% Ce or more.
文摘Inconel 617 metal honeycombs with designed porosity,cell size and cell morphology were fabricated using fused deposition modelling rapid prototype manufacturing.The microstructure and compression properties of Inconel 617 metal honeycomb were studied.The results indicate that Inconel 617 metal honeycomb structure can be fabricated using fused deposition modelling technique,the processes are simple and the size of honeycomb is controllable.The sintered Inconel 617 honeycombs consist of matrix,γ phase,and grain boundary precipitates,Cr7C3 and M23C6 type carbides.The honeycomb microstructure sintered using fine powder particles are denser than that of coarse powder particles.Yield strength and Young’s modulus increase with the relative density of honeycomb increasing.But the influence of the relative density on Young’s modulus is greater than that of yield strength.
基金support from the China Manned Space Engineering(YYMT1201-EXP08).
文摘The tungsten fibers or powders reinforced Zr_(52)Cu_(32)Ni_(6)Al_(10),(Zr_(52)Cu_(32)Ni_(6)Al_(10))_(98)Nb_(2),and(Zr_(52)Cu_(32)Ni_(6)Al_(10))_(98)Be_(2)bulk metallic glass composites(BMGCs)were fabricated using the infiltration casting method.In this study,the wettability between the amorphous alloy melts and tungsten substrates was investigated using the sessile drop method,revealing excellent wettability at 1,010℃.Consequently,an infiltration temperature of 1,010°C was chosen for composite material fabrication.Structural characterization and mechanical property test of both composites were conducted through scanning electron microscopy(SEM),and X-ray diffraction(XRD),and universal mechanical testing.Both tungsten fiber or tungsten powder reinforced Zr_(52)Cu_(32)Ni_(6)Al_(10)and(Zr_(52)Cu_(32)Ni_(6)Al_(10))_(98)Be_(2)composites exhibit the formation of W-Zr phase.In contrast,the tungsten fiber or tungsten powder reinforced(Zr_(52)Cu_(32)Ni_(6)Al_(10))_(98)Nb_(2)composites does not show the formation of W-Zr phase.X-ray diffraction patterns confirm the presence of W reinforcement phases in both composites.The successful fabrication of both composites is evidenced by their remarkable mechanical properties under room temperature compression.The yield strength of all the three tungsten fiber-reinforced composite sample exceeds 2,400 MPa,with the plastic strain exceeding 3.9%,while the yield strength of all the three tungsten powder-reinforced composite sample surpasses 2,700 MPa,with the plastic strain exceeding 30%.Fracture analysis reveals longitudinal splitting in the tungsten fiber-reinforced composites,contrasting with brittle fracture in the tungsten powder-reinforced composites.The denser the shear bands on the amorphous matrix of the two types of composite materials,the better their mechanical properties.
基金Supported by National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.12272045)the BIT Research and Innovation Promoting Project(Grant No.2023YCXZ025).
文摘Metamaterials are defined as artificially designed micro-architectures with unusual physical properties,including optical,electromagnetic,mechanical,and thermal characteristics.This study investigates the compressive mechanical and heat transfer properties of AlSi10Mg gradient metamaterials fabricated by Laser Powder Bed Fusion(LPBF).The morphology of the AlSi10Mg metamaterials was examined using an ultrahigh-resolution microscope.Quasi-static uniaxial compression tests were conducted at room temperature,with deformation behavior captured through camera recordings.The findings indicate that the proposed gradient metamaterial exhibits superior compressive strength properties and energy absorption capacity.The Gradient-SplitP structure demonstrated better compressive performance compared to other strut-based structures,including Gradient-Gyroid and Gradient-Lidinoid structures.With an apparent density of 0.796,the Gradient-SplitP structure exhibited an outstanding energy absorption capacity,reaching an impressive 23.57 MJ/m^(3).In addition,heat conductivity tests were performed to assess the thermal resistance of these structures with different cell configurations.The gradient metamaterials exhibited higher thermal resistance and lower thermal conductivity.Consequently,the designed gradient metamaterials can be considered valuable in various applications,such as thermal management,load-bearing,and energy absorption components.
基金Projects(51134013,51104029,51471044)supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of ChinaProject supported by the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities,China+1 种基金Project(LZ2014007)supported by the Key Laboratory of Basic Research Projects of Liaoning Province Department of Education,ChinaProject(2014028013)supported by the Natural Science Foundation of Liaoning Province,China
文摘The influences of slight amount of B element on the microstructure and properties of AlCoCrFeNiBx high entropy alloys（x = 0,0.01,…,0.09 and 0.1,mole fraction） were investigated.The AlCoCrFeNi high entropy alloy exhibits equiaxed grain structures with obvious composition segregation.However,with the addition of B element,the alloys exhibit dendrite structures.Inside the dendrites,spinodal decomposition structure can be clearly observed.With the addition of B element,the crystal structures change from（B2 ＋ BCC） to（B2 ＋ BCC ＋ FCC） structures,and the hardness firstly increases from HV 486.7 to HV 502.4,then declines to HV 460.7（x ≥ 0.02）.The compressive fracture strength firstly shows a trend of increasing,and then declining（x ≥ 0.08）.The coercive forces and the specific saturation magnetizations of the alloys decrease as B addition contents increase,the decreasing coercive forces show a better soft magnetic behavior.
基金Project(51374084)supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of ChinaProject supported by the Power Electronics Science and Education Development Program of Delta Environmental&Educational Foundation,ChinaProject(2010K10-08)supported by the Science and Technology Plan(Industrial Research)of Shaanxi Province,China
文摘Long period stacking ordered（LPSO） structure phases were prepared by conventional solidification method in Mg（94）Zn3YxGd（3-x）（x=3,2,1.5,1,mole fraction） alloys,the microstructures,corrosion and compressive mechanical properties of which were investigated,separately.The results reveal that the microstructures of the as-cast Mg（94）Zn3YxGd（3-x） alloys,with n（Zn）/n（Y＋Gd）=1：1,consist of α（Mg） phase,Mg3Zn3RE2（W） phase,Mg（12）ZnRE（14H-LPSO） phase and a few bright cube-shaped Mg-Y-Gd phases.The formation and the distribution of LPSO-phase in the alloys can be influenced by the content of Gd.The volume fraction of 14H-LPSO phase increases first and then decreases with the increase of the Gd content.For the electrochemical impedance spectroscopy（EIS） measurement,a R（Q（R（QR））） model was used to fit the test results in 3.5%（mass fraction） NaCl solution at room temperature.The corrosion current densities of all samples are about 10-（-5） A/cm-2.When x（Gd）≤1%,Mg-Zn-Y-（Gd）alloy shows good corrosion resistance,which is better than that of the commercial AZ91 D magnesium alloy.The corrosion rate increases when the Gd content is higher than 1.5%.At room temperature,the compressive properties of Mg-Zn-Y-（Gd） alloys increase remarkably with the increase of the volume fraction of LPSO phase.In addition,the pinning effect of W-phase and dispersive cube-shaped Mg-Y-Gd phase is beneficial to improving the mechanical properties of as-cast Mg（94）Zn3YxGd（3-x） alloy in deformation process.
基金Project (51205102) supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of ChinaProject (2012M511401) supported by the China Postdoctoral Science FoundationProject (gf201101001) supported by the National Defense Key Disciplines Laboratory of Light Alloy Processing Science and Technology, Nanchang Hangkong University, China
文摘Electromagnetic forming tests were done at room temperature to reveal the influence of hydrogen content on the compressive properties of Ti-6Al-4V alloy at high strain rate. Microstructure was observed to reveal the mechanism of hydrogen-enhanced compressive properties. The experimental results indicate that hydrogen has favorable effects on the compressive properties of Ti-6Al-4V alloy at high strain rate. Compression of Ti-6Al-4V alloy first increases up to a maximum and then decreases with the increase of hydrogen content at the same discharge energy under EMF tests. The compression increases by 47.0% when 0.2% (mass fraction) hydrogen is introduced into Ti-6Al-4V alloy. The optimal hydrogen content for cold formation of Ti–6Al–4V alloy under EMF was determined. The reasons for the hydrogen-induced compressive properties were discussed.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China (Nos. 51175137 and 51205102)the Anhui Provincial Natural Science Foundation (No. 1308085JGD02)
文摘Thermohydrogen processing can enhance workability, decrease flow stress and deforming tempera- ture of titanium alloys. In this study, thermohydrogen processing was carried out for metastable β-type TB8 alloy. The microstructures of hydrogenated TB8 alloy were investigated based on scanning electron microscopy （SEM）, transmission electronic microscopy （TEM） as well as X-ray diffraction （XRD） analysis. The results reveal that 6 hydride phase forms in the hydrogenated TB8 alloy, but the amount of β phase increases with hydrogen content increasing. Single β phase appears when the hydrogen content reaches 0.7 wt%. The alloying elements redistrib- ute in the hydrogenated TB8 alloy, and hydrogen leads to the reduction of the alloying elements in β phase. The room-temperature compression tests were performed on a MTS809 machine. It is found that the room-temperature yield strength of hydrogenated TB8 alloy decreases. And minimum yield strength is obtained at a hydrogen content of 0.5 wt%. The ductility does not decrease within 0.7 wt% hydrogen content. These results provide theoretical basis for improving the formability and promoting the applica- tions of TB8 alloy.
文摘The compressive properties of the aluminum matrix composite reinforced with 55% B4C （volume fraction） particles were characterized using Gleeble 3500 thermal-mechanical testing machine. The compressive stress--strain curves were obtained at the temperature ranging from 298 to 773 K and strain rate ranging from 1×10^（-3） to 5 s ^（-1）. The results showed that the dynamic compressive strength decreased more slowly than the quasi-static compressive strength at elevated temperatures, which was attributed to the different failure modes of the composite under dynamic and quasi-static load. The strain rate sensitivity increased from 0.02 to 0.13 when the temperature increased from room temperature to 773 K, suggesting that the strain rate sensitivity of this type of composite is a function of temperature.
