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Chemistry, Physical
Ramezanali Farajollahi, Hamed Jamshidi Aval, Roohollah Jamaati
Summary: This study successfully transformed unreacted Ni and Al3Ni intermetallics into Al3NiCu by adding nickel and performing homogenization treatment, and also altered the type and distribution of precipitates in the composite material. The addition of nickel significantly reduced the coefficient of friction and wear rate, while increasing the strength of the composite material.
JOURNAL OF ALLOYS AND COMPOUNDS
(2021)
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Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Zhichao Guo, Tielong Sun, Jun Cao, Xuan Liu, Jilai Xue, Xiaochun Li, Yongfeng Liang, Junpin Lin
Summary: This study fabricated nano-yttrium oxyfluoride (YOF)-reinforced aluminum matrix composites (AMCs) using molten-salt-assisted stirring casting for the first time. The results showed that YOF significantly improved the mechanical properties of the Al matrix. However, with an increase in YOF content, the morphology and distribution of the Y-rich phase evolved, leading to the formation of casting defects that affected the strengthening effect of AMCs.
MATERIALS SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING A-STRUCTURAL MATERIALS PROPERTIES MICROSTRUCTURE AND PROCESSING
(2022)
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Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Hossein Keshavarz, Amirhossein Kokabi, Mojtaba Movahedi
Summary: Aluminum matrix surface composites (AMSCs) reinforced with varying amounts of zirconium dioxide (ZrO2) nanoparticles and graphite (Gr) microparticles were fabricated through four passes of friction stir processing (FSP). The combination of graphite and zirconia particles resulted in better dispersion, while the use of graphite particles led to poor mixing due to a decline in temperature during processing. The incorporation of secondary phases improved the mechanical properties of the composites, with higher graphite content showing the highest ultimate tensile stress (UTS) and microhardness values.
MATERIALS SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING A-STRUCTURAL MATERIALS PROPERTIES MICROSTRUCTURE AND PROCESSING
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Wenming Jiang, Junwen Zhu, Guangyu Li, Feng Guan, Yang Yu, Zitian Fan
Summary: The addition of SiCp and squeeze casting have significant impacts on microstructure and mechanical properties of the 6082 aluminum alloy. The use of SiCp and squeeze casting can significantly improve the mechanical properties of the 6082 aluminum alloy, including increasing tensile strength, yield strength, elongation, elastic modulus and hardness.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Hansen Zheng, Zhifeng Zhang, Yuelong Bai
Summary: The study used a compound casting method to combine solid SiCp/A357 composite and liquid 7050 aluminum alloy to prepare an aluminum matrix composite with a layered structure. Through experiments, it was confirmed that the interface of the aluminum matrix composite prepared by this method achieved complete metallurgical bonding and significantly improved shear strength after T6 heat treatment.
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Engineering, Manufacturing
Avik Samanta, Robert J. Seffens, Hrishikesh Das, Anthony D. Guzman, Timothy J. Roosendaal, David Garcia, Miao Song, Glenn J. Grant, Saumyadeep Jana
Summary: This study employs friction stir processing to selectively modify the microstructure of high-pressure die-cast aluminum alloy A380. The technique effectively breaks down dendrites and Si particles, resulting in a homogenized distribution and refined microstructure. The process also eliminates porosity and improves the material's mechanical properties.
JOURNAL OF MANUFACTURING PROCESSES
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Sangmin Shin, Hyeonjae Park, Byeongjin Park, Sang-Bok Lee, Sang-Kwan Lee, Yangdo Kim, Seungchan Cho, Ilguk Jo
Summary: This study successfully fabricated silicon-carbide-reinforced AA2024 matrix composites with different volume fractions using stir-casting (SC) and die-casting (DC) processes. The microstructural analysis showed that the DC-processed composites had reduced defects and reinforcement clusters compared to those produced by the SC process, resulting in improved dispersion of SiC particles and smaller grain size. Consequently, the DC-processed composites exhibited significantly higher tensile strength and hardness compared to the AA2024 matrix, attributing to the enhanced dispersivity of SiC particles and reduction in defects and grain size during the DC process.
APPLIED SCIENCES-BASEL
(2021)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Peng Li, Yiqi Tong, Xingxing Wang, Yutaka S. Sato, Honggang Dong
Summary: A novel 6061-T6 aluminum matrix composites reinforced by AlCoCrFeNi2.1 high-entropy alloy were prepared via friction stir processing and strengthened by T6 heat treatment. The content of reinforcement had significant effects on the microstructure and mechanical properties of the composites. The results demonstrated that AlCoCrFeNi2.1 HEA was a suitable reinforcement material, and its presence effectively inhibited the formation and growth of intermetallic compounds.
MATERIALS SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING A-STRUCTURAL MATERIALS PROPERTIES MICROSTRUCTURE AND PROCESSING
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
V. S. S. Venkatesh, Ganji Prabhakara Rao, Lokeswar Patnaik, Nakul Gupta, Sunil Kumar, Kuldeep K. Saxena, B. D. Y. Sunil, Sayed M. Eldin, Fatima Hiader Kutham Al- Kafaji
Summary: Aluminium composites with different wt% SiC reinforcements were synthesized through an ultrasonically assisted stir casting method. Ultrasonication was used to refine the grain size and achieve uniform dispersion of nano-SiC in the aluminium matrix. The mechanical properties of the composites were significantly enhanced, with the maximum hardness and ultimate tensile strength observed in the 1.5 wt% SiC reinforced composite. However, a decrease in mechanical properties was observed in the 2.0 wt% SiC reinforced composite due to the generation of brittle agglomerations.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS RESEARCH AND TECHNOLOGY-JMR&T
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Ji Liu, Bintao Wu, Ziran Wang, Chunwang Li, Guangyu Chen, Yugang Miao
Summary: In this study, arc and friction stir hybrid welding (AFSHW) was proposed as a new welding method for aluminum-steel dissimilar metals. The effects of tool pin length and FSLW times on the microstructure and mechanical properties of dissimilar joints were investigated. The research outcomes provide insights into obtaining sound Al-Fe dissimilar metal joints and contribute to a better understanding of the joining mechanism.
MATERIALS & DESIGN
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
V. G. Shanmuga Priyan, S. S. Kanmani
Summary: In this study, AA6063-Silicon carbide composites were fabricated using conventional stir casting. The agglomeration of reinforcement particles was reduced by applying ultrasonic waves to the composite melt. The mechanical properties of the composites improved with an increase in the weight percentage of SiC up to 4%, and ultrasonic waves further enhanced the mechanical properties.
MATERIALS CHEMISTRY AND PHYSICS
(2023)
Article
Crystallography
Jayavelu Udaya Prakash, Sunder Jebarose Juliyana, Sachin Salunkhe, Sharad Ramdas Gawade, Emad S. Abouel Nasr, Ali K. Kamrani
Summary: This study attempts to produce AMCs of LM5 aluminum alloy reinforced with ZrO2 using the stir casting technique. The weight percentage of ZrO2 was changed and various tests were conducted to determine the properties of the composites. The results indicate that the AMC with 9% ZrO2 has the highest density, hardness, tensile strength, compressive strength, and toughness.
Correction
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Saeed Pashmforoosh, Sadegh Shahriyari, Omid Mirzaee
Summary: The affiliation of the third author was published incorrectly in the original article and has now been corrected.
METALS AND MATERIALS INTERNATIONAL
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Mekala Chinababu, Nandivelegu Naga Krishna, Katakam Sivaprasad, Konda Gokuldoss Prashanth, Eluri Bhaskara Rao
Summary: Aluminum matrix composites reinforced by CoCrFeMnNi high entropy alloy particulates were fabricated using the stir casting process. The influence of different alloy content on the mechanical properties of the composites was investigated. The results showed that the reinforcement particles were uniformly distributed in the aluminum matrix without the formation of intermetallic phases at the interface. With the increase in high entropy alloy content, the hardness and tensile strength of the composites increased while the elongation decreased.
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Metallurgy & Metallurgical Engineering
Bruno Edu Arendarchuck, Luciano Augusto Lourencato, Hipolito Domingo Carvajal Fals, Andre Renan Mayer, Carlos Roberto Camello Lima
Summary: This study evaluates the abrasive wear resistance of A380 aluminum alloy reinforced with different amounts of NbC reinforcement. The results show that the wear resistance and hardness of the composite material increase to varying degrees with the increase of NbC content.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF METALCASTING
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
R. Taherzadeh Mousavian, J. Zavasnik, A. Heidarzadeh, M. Bahramyan, R. K. Vijayaraghavan, E. McCarthy, O. M. Clarkin, P. McNally, D. Brabazon
APPLIED SURFACE SCIENCE
(2020)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Akbar Heidarzadeh, Ali Chabok, Reza Taherzadeh Mousavian, Yutao Pei
PHILOSOPHICAL MAGAZINE
(2020)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
R. Taherzadeh Mousavian, S. Behnamfard, R. Azari Khosroshahi, J. Zavasnik, P. Ghosh, S. Krishnamurthy, A. Heidarzadeh, D. Brabazon
MATERIALS SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING A-STRUCTURAL MATERIALS PROPERTIES MICROSTRUCTURE AND PROCESSING
(2020)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
R. Taherzadeh Mousavian, S. Behnamfard, A. Heidarzadeh, K. Taherkhani, R. Azari Khosroshahi, D. Brabazon
Summary: The coexistence of SiC ceramic nanoparticles and Nickel can enhance the mechanical properties of nanocomposites, while the addition of Titanium decreases the elongation rate.
METALS AND MATERIALS INTERNATIONAL
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Mechanical
Mehran Bahramyan, Reza Taherzadeh Mousavian, Dermot Brabazon
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MECHANICAL SCIENCES
(2020)
Article
Engineering, Mechanical
Mehran Bahramyan, Reza Taherzadeh Mousavian, Dermot Brabazon
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF PLASTICITY
(2020)
Article
Automation & Control Systems
H. Sohrabpoor, R. T. Mousavian, S. O'Halloran, K. Y. Benyounis, M. Baraheni, M. A. Obeidi, I Ul Ahad, R. Raghavendra, D. Brabazon
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ADVANCED MANUFACTURING TECHNOLOGY
(2020)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Luqing Cui, Shuang Jiang, Jinghao Xu, Ru Lin Peng, Reza Taherzadeh Mousavian, Johan Moverare
Summary: The relationship between microstructures and hardening nature of laser powder bed fused (L-PBF) 316 L stainless steel has been studied, showing that the hardness of the alloy is predominantly governed by GNDs. During annealing treatments, the migration of GNDs and the decrease of SSD density play important roles in the hardness variation of the material.
MATERIALS & DESIGN
(2021)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Mehran Bahramyan, Reza Taherzadeh Mousavian, James G. Carton, Dermot Brabazon
Summary: In this study, large-scale molecular dynamics simulation was used to understand the nanostructure of FeCrNi steels in the laser powder bed fusion process. The mechanical properties uniformity was evaluated through uniaxial tensile tests, revealing extensive twinning induced plasticity and non-uniform tensile behavior. Various plastic deformation mechanisms at the nano-scale were discussed in detail, including stacking faults interaction, formation of defective coherent twins, and dynamic recrystallization.
MATERIALS SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING A-STRUCTURAL MATERIALS PROPERTIES MICROSTRUCTURE AND PROCESSING
(2021)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Akbar Heidarzadeh, Janez Zavasnik, Rajashekhara Shabadi, Reza Taherzadeh Mousavian
Summary: This study revealed the deformation mechanisms and reasons for excellent ductility in additively manufactured Fe-Cr-Ni stainless steels by laser powder bed fusion through interrupted tensile tests, electron backscattered diffraction, and transmission electron microscopy. The results showed different deformation mechanisms like dislocation slip, twining-induced plasticity, and dynamic recrystallization, opening a new operation window for the production of other types of TWIP steels by L-PBF.
MATERIALS SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING A-STRUCTURAL MATERIALS PROPERTIES MICROSTRUCTURE AND PROCESSING
(2021)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Akbar Heidarzadeh, Magnus Neikter, Nariman Enikeev, Luqing Cui, Farnoosh Forouzan, Reza Taherzadeh Mousavian
Summary: The application of HPT at room temperature on additively manufactured Fe-Cr-Ni stainless steel with 12.9 wt % Ni significantly increased nanohardness. Furthermore, a phase transformation to α' martensite was observed, expanding the opportunities to control deformation mechanisms in stainless steels.
MATERIALS SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING A-STRUCTURAL MATERIALS PROPERTIES MICROSTRUCTURE AND PROCESSING
(2021)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Farzaneh Khaleghifar, Khashayar Razeghi, Akbar Heidarzadeh, Reza Taherzadeh Mousavian
Summary: Hydrogen doping in austenitic stainless steel samples caused a slight reduction in elongation to failure and ultimate tensile strength, with an increase in strain rate exacerbating these effects. X-ray diffraction analysis revealed no martensite formation, but surface tearing and crack formation were observed, indicating melt pool boundaries may not be suitable areas for crack propagation.
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Luqing Cui, Fuqing Jiang, Dunyong Deng, Tongzheng Xin, Xiaoyu Sun, Reza Taherzadeh Mousavian, Ru Lin Peng, Zhiqing Yang, Johan Moverare
Summary: The presence of cell structures in additively manufactured stainless steel significantly influences its fatigue behavior, with fully cellular samples exhibiting higher strength, lower cyclic softening rate, and longer lifetime compared to cell-free samples. The activation of planar slip due to cell structures delays strain localization and ultimately enhances fatigue performance.
SCRIPTA MATERIALIA
(2021)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Luqing Cui, Dunyong Deng, Fuqing Jiang, Ru Lin Peng, Tongzheng Xin, Reza Taherzadeh Mousavian, Zhiqing Yang, Johan Moverare
Summary: This study investigates the influence of microstructure characteristics on low cycle fatigue properties and strengthening effects in additively manufactured stainless steel. It reveals that the presence of cell structures significantly increases the fatigue life by inhibiting dislocation propagation and promoting the formation of nanotwins. Additionally, compositional micro-segregation serves as another important strengthening mechanism. The findings highlight the potential of additive manufacturing in designing high-performance energy absorbent alloys through tailored microstructure.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Review
Computer Science, Interdisciplinary Applications
Andre Mussatto, Inam U. I. Ahad, Reza Taherzadeh Mousavian, Yan Delaure, Dermot Brabazon
Summary: The use of metal matrix composites (MMCs) in products is increasing due to their tailored properties for specific applications. The future of MMC products relies on their beneficial aspects and superior physical properties compared to traditional metal products. Various production routes are available for MMCs, each with its own advantages and disadvantages.
ENGINEERING REPORTS
(2021)
