Manufacturing Techniques for Mg-Based Metal Matrix Composite with Different Reinforcements

Abstract

Magnesium is among the lightest structural metals available, with the capacity to replace traditional alloys in mass-saving applications while still providing increased stiffness and strength. The inclusion of reinforcing components into the metallic matrix has a substantial impact on stiffness, specific strength, wear behaviour, damping behaviour, and creep properties when compared to typical engineering materials. Due to their outstanding physical and mechanical characteristics along with low density, magnesium metal matrix composites are viable materials for numerous applications. This study discusses how to choose an appropriate technique and its process parameters for synthesising magnesium-based metal matrix composites (MMCs) and gives an overview of the impacts of various reinforcements in magnesium and its alloys, emphasising their benefits and drawbacks. The essential applications of various magnesium-based MMCs are also critically examined in this article. The impact of reinforcement on the microstructure as well as mechanical characteristics are thoroughly examined.

Recent advances in mechanical properties of Mg matrix composites: a review

“…1,71 Rotational speed, tilt angle and tool penetration depth are important parameters. 3 Several researchers produced Mg matrix composites by FSP. 72,73 In one of those studies, Jamaati et al 72 produced AZ91/hydroxyapatite composites by FSP.…”

“…Magnesium (Mg), with its good machinability, structural properties, recyclability and high damping capacity, has great potential for use in the transportation, automotive and aerospace industries where energy savings and emission reductions are required. [1][2][3][4] In addition, Mg's excellent biocompatibility and natural degradability allow its use as a biomaterial. 5,6 However, Mg's poor strength, low ductility, low elastic modulus and deterioration of strength at elevated temperatures limit the use of Mg in load-bearing applications.…”

Microstructure and mechanical properties of friction stir welded AZ31 magnesium alloy reinforced with ZrB2

“…In manufacturing industries, the use of high-strength lightweight materials, such as aluminium alloys, has become increasingly important owing to their efficiency in various applications [1][2][3]. Although aluminium alloys possess a favourable strength-to-weight ratio, their limited wear resistance has restricted their utility in manufacturing [4].…”

The Effect of Rolling Temperature and Rolling Ratio on Hardness and TRS Boron Carbide 10% wt. B4C Reinforcement Copper Matrix Composite

“…Bronze bearings and porous bronzes have been produced since the 1930s using copper alloys [5]. The low strength and abrasion resistance of (Cu), on the other hand, necessitate the creation of an alloy [6]. Due to its excellent electrical and thermal conductivity, as well as its low thermal expansion coefficient, copper (Cu) is one of the most important industrial metals for thermal and electronic applications, which explains why it is favored as a metal matrix composite material (MMCs).…”

“…The mechanical characteristics at high temperatures can be greatly enhanced by the addition of ceramic particle stiffeners without appreciably impairing the matrix's electrical and thermal conductivity [9]. In light of the fact that they need high conductivity, high corrosion resistance, and high mechanical qualities, these types of materials are suitable for use [6]. The limited use of MMCs is a result of joining, which is necessary for the construction of virtually any complex structure [10].…”