Effect of wire mesh interlayer in explosive cladding of dissimilar grade aluminum plates

Explosive Welding of Aluminum and Cast Iron for Potential Transportation and Structural Applications

“…The observed increase in hardness value within the deformed area can be attributed to dynamic collisions, [45] the presence of ultrafine grains, [31] and the significant levels of plastic deformation resulting from work hardening processes at the weld interface. [46,47] The recrystallization process arises from the impact phenomenon occurring between two mating surfaces at high temperature and pressure. [37,48] The observed fluctuations in hardness value on both the JIS G 5501 and JIS G 5502 sides can be attributed to the random dispersion of graphite flakes/nodules within the material.…”

Thermo-Structure Approach to Dissimilar Explosive Cladding with Interlayer

“…By using the laws of conduction and convection, the changed kinetic energy in the region between the flyer plate and the interlayer is translated into thermal energy and used to produce plastic deformation (Eqn. 7) [5]. With the remaining kinetic energy, the flyer-interlayer clad then collides with the base plate, enhancing the deformation work (Eqn.…”

“…The kinetic energy utilization and deformation work performed in conventional two-layer cladding are enhanced by introducing a compatible interlayer [5]. The introduction of an interlayer doubles the area of collision, and thereby, the formation of a melted layer across the conventional clad interface is nullified or with a slender presence.…”

“…The additional utilization of kinetic energy promotes characteristic interfacial waves with less amplitude and wavelength. Numerous studies are available in the literature pertaining to dissimilar alloy cladding and cladding with an interlayer [5][6][7][8]. However, studies on the development of a thermodynamic model and its relationship with the microstructure and strength are scarce, hence attempted.…”

Effect of Silicon Carbide Particles in Explosive Cladded Aluminum Hybrid Composites

“…Hybrid composites exhibit superior mechanical properties viz., higher hardness, fracture toughness, fatigue resistance and creep resistance [1]. In addition, these composites show higher corrosion and wear resistance and thereby, are excellent replacement for conventional metals and alloys [2]. The choice of processing condition, fabrication process and the choice of reinforcement significantly improve the mechanical and metallurgical properties of hybrid composites.…”