Impact of Boron Carbide Particles and Weight Percentage on the Mechanical and Wear Characterization of Al2011 Alloy Metal Composites
M. S. Raksha, B Adaveesh, Madeva Nagaral, Satish Babu Boppana, Chandrashekar Anjinappa, Mohammad Shahiq Khan, Mohammed Osman Abdul Wahab, Saiful Islam, Vivek Bhardwaj, Rohini Kumar Palavalasa, Mohammad Amir Khan, Abdul Razak
Abstract
High Resolution Image Download MS PowerPoint Slide Micron-sized B 4 C addition to the Al2011 alloy was investigated for its impact on mechanical and wear performance. The stir-casting method was used to manufacture the Al2011 alloy metal matrix composites reinforced with varying percentages of B 4 C particulates (2, 4, and 6). The microstructural, mechanical, and wear properties of the synthesized composites were tested. scanning electronic microscope (SEM) microscopy and XRD patterns were used to characterize the microstructure of the samples that were obtained. The XRD patterns confirmed the presence of B 4 C particles. The addition of B 4 C reinforcement increased the metal composite’s hardness, tensile strength, and compressive strength. Incorporating the reinforcement resulted in a decrease in elongation for the Al2011 alloy composite. The wear behavior of the prepared samples was examined under various load and speed conditions. In terms of wear resistance, the microcomposites were far superior. SEM observations of the Al2011 – B 4 C composites revealed numerous fracture and wear mechanisms.