Intermetallic Matrix Composites
Properties and Applications
Published on 25. May 2017
486 pages
978-0-85709-357-8 (ISBN)
Description
Intermetallic Matrix Composites: Properties and Applications is a comprehensive guide that studies the types and properties of intermetallic matrix composites, including their processing techniques, characterization and the various testing methods associated with these composites. In addition, it presents modeling techniques, their strengthening mechanisms and the important area of failure and repair. Advanced /complex IMCs are then explained, such as Self-healing IMCs and laminated intermetallic composites. The book concludes by delving into the industries that use these materials, including the automotive industry.
- Reviews the latest research in intermetallic matrix composites
- Contains a focus on properties and applications
- Includes contributions from leading experts in the field
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Content
1. Introduction
PART ONE TYPES AND PROPERTIES OF INTERMETALLIC MATRIX COMPOSITES2. Nickel aluminides3. Titanium aluminides4. Molybdenum disilicide5. Al-based matrix composites reinforced with intermetallic phases
PART TWO PROCESSING, CHARACTERIZATION (SOLID STATE COOLING) AND TESTING METHODS6. Liquid metallurgy processing of intermetallic matrix composites7. Self-propagating High Temperature Synthesis (SHS) of intermetallic matrix composites8. Bonding/joining techniques9. Hot pressing and spark plasma sintering techniques 10. Reactive and liquid phase sintering techniques
PART THREE MODELLING TECHNIQUES, STRENGTHENING, FAILURE AND REPAIR11. Oxidation and environmental degradation of intermetallic matrix composites12. Intermetallic composites toughened with ductile reinforcements13. Functionally gradient intermetallic composites14. Role of intermetallics in the corrosion of aluminium alloys and smart coatings protection
