Study on aluminum matrix composites reinforced with singly dispersed carbon nanotubes

Biao Chen, Junko Umeda, Katsuyoshi Kondoh

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Abstract

Using carbon nanotubes (CNTs) as a reinforcement in metal matrix composites (MMCs) is a concentrated topic for materials and processing design in the area of composites science. In this paper, we review our recent development on CNT reinforced powder metallurgy aluminum (Al) MMCs, including the significant issues of processing, microstructures and properties. Main findings on CNT dispersion, composite consolidation, interface microstructures and strengthening mechanisms are introduced.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)139-144
Number of pages6
JournalFuntai Oyobi Fummatsu Yakin/Journal of the Japan Society of Powder and Powder Metallurgy
Volume65
Issue number3
DOIs
StatePublished - 2018
Externally publishedYes

Keywords

  • Aluminum (Al)
  • Carbon nanotubes (CNTs)
  • Interface
  • Metal matrix composites (MMCs)
  • Strengthening mechanism

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