Microstructure characteristics and thermodynamic properties of A357-SiCp/A357 layered composites prepared by semi-solid vacuum stirring suction casting

A357-SiCp/A357 layered composites were prepared using a semi-solid vacuum stirring suction casting method.The microstructures,mechanical properties,and thermal conductivities of the composites fabricated under different suction casting processes were compared.Additionally,the microstructural evolution characteristics and performance enhancement mechanism of the A357-SiCp/A357 layered composites were discussed.The results demonstrate that suction casting at 610°C with a low solid phase ratio can significantly enhance the material density and reduce the agglomeration of SiCp.The A357-SiC_(p)/A357 interface is clear and straight with good bonding.With an increase in the suction casting temperature,the bending resistance and thermal conductivity of the A357-SiC_(p)/A357 layered composites exhibit a trend of significantly increase at first and then slowly decrease owing to casting defects,interface bonding,and SiCp distribution.Compared with SiCp/A357 composites,the bending strength,deflection,and thermal conductivity of the A357-SiCp/A357 layered composites increase from 257 MPa,1.07 mm,and 155.72 W·(m·K)^(-1) to 298 MPa,2.1 mm,and 169.86 W·(m·K)^(-1),respectively.This study provides a reference for improving the rheological casting of aluminum matrix layered composites.

Rheological behavior of semi-solid Mg_2Si/AM60 magnesium matrix composites at steady state

The microstructure and rheological behavior of semi-solid Mg2Si/AM60 magnesium matrix composite at steady state were investigated.The results show that the primary α-Mg phases are knapped by mechanical stirring and the Chinese script type reinforced Mg2Si phases exist in liquid phase and grain boundary.The analysis of apparent viscosity indicates that the apparent viscosity of semi-solid Mg2Si/AM60 magnesium matrix composite at steady state increases with increasing the volume fraction of Mg2Si and solid fraction of primary α-Mg,but decreases with increasing the shearing rate and shearing time,and the apparent viscosity keeps stable when shearing time reaches 300 s.

Influence of processing route on microstructure and wear resistance of fly ash reinforced AZ31 magnesium matrix composites

Utilizing fly ash(FA)as reinforcement for magnesium matrix composites(MMCs)brings down the production cost and the land pollution.Magnesium alloy AZ31 was reinforced with FA particles(10 vol.%)successfully by two different processing methods namely conventional stir casting and friction stir processing(FSP).The microstructural features were observed using optical microscope,scanning electron microscope and electron backscatter diffraction.The sliding wear behavior was tested using a pin-on-disc wear apparatus.The stir cast composite showed inhomogeneous particle dispersion and coarse grain structure.Some of the FA particles decomposed and reacted with the matrix alloy to produce undesirable compounds.Conversely,FSP composite showed superior particle dispersion and fine,equiaxed grains by dynamic recrystallization.FA particles encountered disintegration but there was no interfacial reaction.FSP composite demonstrated higher strengthening and wear resistance to that of stir cast composite.The morphology of the worn surface and the wear debris were studied in detail.

Thixotropic compression deformation behavior of SiC_p/AZ61 magnesium matrix composites

Compression tests on semi-solid SiCp/AZ61 magnesium matrix composites were carried out using Thermecmastor-Z dynamic material testing machine.Influences of strain-rate,strain,temperature and volume fraction of SiC particles on flow stress were analyzed.The results show that the flow stress of semi-solid SiCp/AZ61 composites is sensitive to temperature and strain rate.The lower the temperature and the larger the strain rate,the higher the flow stress.Meanwhile the flow stress increases with the increase of the volume fraction of SiC particles.This study helps establish the constitutive model of magnesium matrix composites and offers theoretic and experimental references for its thixoforming.

Research progress in friction stir processing of magnesium alloys and their metal matrix surface composites: Evolution in the 21^(st )century

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.

Machine Learning-Based Research on Tensile Strength of SiC-Reinforced Magnesium Matrix Composites via Stir Casting

SiC is the most common reinforcement in magnesium matrix composites,and the tensile strength of SiC-reinforced magnesium matrix composites is closely related to the distribution of SiC.Achieving a uniform distribution of SiC requires fine control over the parameters of SiC and the processing and preparation process.However,due to the numerous adjustable parameters,using traditional experimental methods requires a considerable amount of experimentation to obtain a uniformly distributed composite material.Therefore,this study adopts a machine learning approach to explore the tensile strength of SiC-reinforced magnesium matrix composites in the mechanical stirring casting process.By analyzing the influence of SiC parameters and processing parameters on composite material performance,we have established an effective predictive model.Furthermore,six different machine learning regression models have been developed to predict the tensile strength of SiC-reinforced magnesium matrix composites.Through validation and comparison,our models demonstrate good accuracy and reliability in predicting the tensile strength of the composite material.The research findings indicate that hot extrusion treatment,SiC content,and stirring time have a significant impact on the tensile strength.

SiCP／AZ61镁基复合材料局部重熔的组织演变

研究了SiCP/AZ61镁基复合材料在局部重熔中的组织演变及其影响因素。结果表明,SiCP/AZ61镁基复合材料局部重熔最佳工艺参数为,加热温度595℃~600℃、保温时间30min^60min。与AZ61基体合金相比,复合材料在局部重熔时的初始分离速率明显较慢;SiCP/AZ61镁基复合材料在重熔过程中具有较高的稳定性,即随温度的提高和保温时间的延长,获得的半固态触变组织更细小。当局部重熔加热温度高于610℃时,复合材料坯料组织易发生严重变形并出现流淌现象,使得重熔试验无法进行。

SiCp/ZC71镁基复合材料激光焊焊接接头的组织和性能

采用Nd∶YAG激光器对SiCp/ZC71镁基复合材料进行焊接,研究了两种不同焊接工艺条件下激光焊接接头的微观组织和力学性能。结果表明:在两种焊接工艺下,SiCp/ZC71镁基复合材料都获得了较好的形貌,焊缝完全焊透;焊接接头区域SiC颗粒分布均匀,白色的镁的金属间化合物消失了,没有明显的热影响区;焊接接头的抗拉强度相对母材低,显微硬度高于母材,断裂发生在焊缝区域。

Preparation and theoretic study of semi-solid Al_2Y/AZ91 magnesium matrix composites slurry by ultrasonic vibration

Abstract： Semi-solid A12Y/AZ91 magnesium matrix composites slurry was prepared by ultrasonic vibration, effect of ultrasonic vi bration temperature and time on microstructure of semi-solid slurry was investigated. The results showed that with the ultrasonic vibration temperature decreasing the solid volume fraction of semi-solid slurry increased. The best ultrasonic vibration temperature was 600 ℃. With the increase of ultrasonic vibration time, the average grain diameter of primary a-Mg particles decreased firstly, then increased, the average shape factor increased gradually and decreased slightly after 90 s, and a few rosette dendrites were observed after 120 s. The best semi-solid slurry with average grain diameter of 75 μm and shape factor of 0.7 were gained after the melt was treated by ultrasonic vibration for about 60 s at near liquidus temperature （600 ℃）. At last, the microstructure evolution mechanism of semi-solid magnesium matrix composites slurry was analyzed by the theories of thermodynamics and kinetics.

Multi-objective optimization of friction stir welding parameters using desirability approach to join Al/SiC_p metal matrix composites

Silicon carbide particulate （SiCp） reinforced cast aluminium （A1） based metal matrix composites （MMCs） have gained wide acceptance in the fabrication of light weight structures requiring high specific strength, high temperature capability and good wear resistance. Friction stir welding （FSW） process parameters play major role in deciding the performance of welded joints. The ultimate tensile strength, notch tensile strength and weld nugget hardness of friction stir butt welded joints of cast A1/SiCp MMCs （AA6061 with 20% （volume fraction） of SiCp） were investigated. The relationships between the FSW process parameters （rotational speed, welding speed and axial force） and the responses （ultimate tensile strength, notch tensile strength and weld nugget hardness） were established. The optimal welding parameters to maximize the mechanical properties were identified by using desirability approach. From this investigation, it is found that the joints fabricated with the tool rotational speed of 1370 r/min, welding speed of 88.9 mm/min, and axial force of 9.6 kN yield the maximum ultimate tensile strength, notch tensile strength and hardness of 265 MPa, 201 MPa and HV 114, respectively.

Hot extrusion of SiC_p/AZ91 Mg matrix composites

SiC particles reinforced AZ91 Mg matrix composites （SiCp/AZ91） with SiC volume fractions of 5%, 10% and 15% were fabricated by stir casting. After T4 treatment, these composites were extruded at 350 °C with an extrusion ratio of 12：1. In the as-cast composite, particles segregated at a microscopic scale within the intergranular regions. Hot extrusion almost eliminated this particle aggregation and improved the particle distribution of the composites. In addition, extrusion refined the grains of matrix. The results show that hot extrusion significantly improves the mechanical properties of the composites. In the as-extruded composite, with the increase of SiCp contents, the grain size of the extruded composites decreases, the strength and elastic modulus increase but the elongation decreases.

SiCp/AZ91复合材料大口径管材的热挤压成形研究

目的解决镁基复合材料大口径管材成形加工困难的问题。方法通过搅拌铸造技术制备的SiC颗粒增强AZ91镁基复合材料百公斤级铸锭坯料,开展了大口径镁基复合材料管材的热挤压成形工艺优化,分析复合材料变形过程中组织与力学性能演变规律,并揭示了其微观机制。结果复合材料管材最佳热挤压工艺参数为:挤压温度为400℃,挤压速度为1 mm/s,在最佳的工艺下成功成形出外径260 mm和130 mm的SiC颗粒增强AZ91镁基复合材料挤压管材,复合材料挤压管材的弹性模量、屈服强度、抗拉强度、伸长率分别可以达到72 GPa,302 MPa,356 MPa,1.2%。结论对温度、挤压比、挤压速度等工艺参数的优化,以及利用SiC颗粒对再结晶行为的促进作用,是制备出大尺寸复合材料管材的关键。

Introduction to magnesium alloy processing technology and development of low-cost stir casting process for magnesium alloy and its composites

This paper presents the processing of magnesium alloys and its composite through different stir casting technologies.Design and devel-opment of stir casting technology that is suitable for processing of magnesium alloys has been done in this study.The low-cost stir casting processing of magnesium alloy and its composite with flux and without flux has been explained.The magnesium alloy and its composite have been fabricated by both the stir casting process.The micro structural characterization and mechanical properties of the developed composites has been evaluated.The optical emission spectroscopy of the developed alloy and factography of the developed alloy as well as composite was also examined.

Assessment of Ti-6Al-4V particles as a reinforcement for AZ31 magnesium alloy-based composites to boost ductility incorporated through friction stir processing

Poor ductility is the primary concern of magnesium matrix composites(MMCs)inflicted by non-deformable ceramic particle reinforcements.Metal particles which melt at elevated temperature can be used as reinforcement to improve the deformation characteristics.Ti-6Al-4V particles reinforced AZ31 MMCs were produced through friction stir processing(FSP)which was carried out in a traditional vertical milling machine.The microstructural features as well as the response to external tensile load were explored.A homogenous distribution of Ti-6Al-4V was achieved at every part of the stir zone.There was no chemical decomposition of Ti-6Al-4V.Further,Ti-6Al-4V did not react with Al and Zn present in AZ31 alloy to form new compounds.A continuous strong interface was obtained around Ti-6Al-4V particle with the matrix.Ti-6Al-4V particles underwent breakage during processing due to severe plastic strain.There was a remarkable refinement of grains in the composite caused by dynamic recrystallization in addition to the pinning of smaller size broken particles.Dense dislocations were observed in the matrix because of plastic deformation and the associated strain misfit.Ti-6Al-4V particles improved the tensile behavior and assisted to obtain appreciable deformation before fracture.Brittle mode of failure was avoided.

Processing and mechanical properties of SiC particulate reinforced AZ91 composites fabricated by stir casting

The influence of stirring parameters (stirring temperature, stirring speed and stirring time) on the particle distribution of 10%(volume fraction) SiC particulate reinforced AZ91 composites (SiCp/AZ91) was studied. It is found that it is necessary for 10μm SiC particulate reinforced AZ91 composites to stir the molten composites in semi-solid condition with vortex formation, or else the cluster of the reinforcements would not be eliminated. Compared with the monolithic alloy, the SiCp/AZ91 composite has higher strength, especially for yield strength, but the elongation is reduced. For the as-cast composite, the particles often segregate within the grain boundary regions. Extrusion can effectively reduce the segregation of SiC particles and improve the mechanical properties of the composite. The extrusion-induced reduction in particle size varies with extrusion temperatures and extrusion ratios. The effect of extrusion-induced reduction in particle size on the mechanical properties of the composites is not always beneficial.

Effects of whisker surface treatment on microstructure and properties of Al_(18)B_4O_(33w)/6061Al composites

6061Al matrix composites reinforced by ZnO-coated Al18B4O33 whiskers were fabricated by a semi-solid mechanical stirring technique.The effects of ZnO coating on interfacial reaction between whiskers and matrix and the tensile properties of the composites were investigated.Tensile tests on composites were performed at room temperature,and microstructures were observed by scanning electron microscopy(SEM).The results show that the surface treatment of whiskers could reduce interfacial reaction effectively,improve the wettability between whiskers and matrix and enhance the tensile properties of the composites obviously.In addition,semi-solid stirring parameters were also under preliminary study.The stirring parameters were determined by the distribution of whiskers in the composites.The composites with homogeneously distributed whiskers were fabricated by semi-solid stirring at 610 ℃ for 30 min.

SiCp/ZC71镁基复合材料激光焊工艺研究

采用Nd:YAG激光器,对SiCp/ZC71镁基复合材料焊接工艺进行了分析研究。对各种焊接参数的影响做了研究,获得较好的工艺参数范围。结果表明,激光焊接过程中,激光功率、焊接速度、脉冲频率等参数的变化,均能对焊缝性能产生显著影响。

SiCp颗粒含量对SiCp/Mg-5Al-2Ca复合材料组织与性能的影响（英文）

通过搅拌铸造法制备了3种不同体积分数(2%,5%,10%)的SiCp/Mg-5Al-2Ca复合材料,并在673 K下进行了热挤压。铸态复合材料中,少量SiCp颗粒的加入就能破坏Al2Ca相沿基体合金晶界分布并有效细化Al_2Ca相析出尺寸。随着Si Cp体积分数的增高,Al_2Ca相尺寸有所减小,但不明显。经过热挤压后,Al2Ca相破碎并沿挤压方向排布,基体合金晶粒得到细化。晶粒尺寸以及Al2Ca相尺寸随着Si Cp体积分数的增高呈微小减小。与单组元基体合金相比较,挤压态Si Cp/Mg-5Al-2Ca复合材料的屈服强度和加工硬化率随着Si Cp体积分数的增高而逐渐增高,而延伸率则逐渐下降;抗拉强度最大值则出现在Si Cp体积分数为5%时。复合材料中Si Cp颗粒以及Al2Ca相的脱粘以及开裂是导致复合材料断裂的主要原因。

外场对SiCp/AZ91D镁基复合材料组织和性能的影响

在常规条件、电磁模拟微重力场、脉冲电流场和"电磁模拟微重力+脉冲电流"复合场四种外场条件下制备出SiCp含量5wt%的SiCp/AZ91D镁基复合材料,分析测试结果表明:在常规条件下,样品晶粒粗大,β-Mg_(2)Al;相呈现出无规律的网格状结构,新生相Mg_(2)Si以颗粒状的初生相和树枝状的共晶相存在;在电磁模拟微重力场条件下,β-Mg_(2)Al;相细化为零散分布的短棒状和颗粒状,Mg_(2)Si全部转化为花纹状的共晶相;在脉冲电流场条件下,β-Mg_(2)Al;相呈现出规律分布的矩形网格状,Mg_(2)Si以方向性明显的树枝状共晶相存在;"电磁模拟微重力+脉冲电流"复合场则兼具前述两种外场的优点,样品中的晶粒明显细化,β-Mg_(2)Al;相呈现为颗粒状、短棒状和矩形网格状,Mg_(2)Si转变为花纹状和树枝状的共晶组织贯穿组织晶粒,相比常规条件下的样品,其显微硬度提高了25.1%,摩擦性能提高了31%。

搅拌摩擦加工制备AZ31/CoCrFeNi复合材料的组织、力学性能和磨损性能

采用搅拌摩擦加工工艺制备CoCrFeNi高熵合金颗粒增强AZ31镁基复合材料。采用OM、SEM、EDS和EBSD对复合材料的微观结构进行表征。通过拉伸、显微硬度和干滑动磨损实验研究复合材料的力学性能和磨损性能。结果表明,高熵合金颗粒分布均匀,与镁基体具有良好的冶金结合。复合材料的屈服强度、抗拉强度和硬度分别比母材高80 MPa、46 MPa和HV 54.9。细晶强化是主要的强化机制,对屈服强度的贡献率为43.9%。复合材料的平均摩擦因数由母材的0.331降低到0.240,磨损机制由母材的黏着磨损转变为磨粒磨损。