Metal Matrix Composites

Materials, Processing, Properties and Applications

Yashas Gowda T G, Sharath B.N.

• Publisher: Woodhead Publishing
• Year: 2026
• eBook ISBN:
  9780443403729
• Topic: Tecnología e ingeniería
• Subtopic: Ciencias de los materiales

Metal Matrix Composites: Materials, Processing, Properties and Applications provides a comprehensive examination of these materials, covering not only the basics, but also sophisticated processing methods for real-world applications. Chapters cover materials selection, manufacturing techniques, mechanical and thermal characteristics, and other important factors that need to be considered when applying these materials in practical situations across various industrial sectors. With contributions from prominent authorities in the field, this book will be a valuable reference resource for academic and industrial researchers, materials scientists, engineers, manufacturers, and other professionals.The book's in-depth information and knowledge on the possible advantages, difficulties and uses of applying these materials across various industrial applications makes it a welcomed resource. - Covers foundational principles, cutting-edge methodologies, optimal approaches, recent breakthroughs, and future directions and challenges for MMCs - Includes optimization, inspection, and performance evaluation - Provides strategic viewpoints on how to utilize MMCs for new product design and manufacturing processes - Contains practical insights into real-world situations via case studies that emphasize obstacles faced in creation, production, and deployment

Table of contents

• Title of Book
• 1 Introduction to metal matrix composites
• 2 Historical perspective and evolution of metal matrix composites
• 3 Matrix materials: Alloys, polymers, and ceramics
• 4 Fabrication techniques for metal matrix composites: Casting, powder metallurgy, and in situ methods
• 5 Mechanical properties of metal matrix composites: Strength, toughness, and fatigue behavior
• 6 Thermal properties of MMCs: Thermal conductivity, expansion, and stability
• 7 Tribological behavior of metal matrix composites: Wear resistance and lubrication
• 8 Environmental degradation of MMCs: Corrosion and oxidation
• 9 Fundamentals of metal matrix composites: Types, development and applications
• 10 Future directions and challenges in metal matrix composites research and development
• 11 The effects of high-entropy alloy reinforcement in enhancing microstructural and mechanical properties of the metal matrix composites
• 12 Smart metal matrix composites in advanced engineering
• 13 Transformation toughening in metal matrix composites: Strategies and applications
• 14 Aluminum matrix composites with boron carbide reinforcement: Mechanical and microstructural evaluation
• 15 Wear properties of different aluminium series alloys and their composites
• 16 Advancements in machine learning techniques for optimizing additive friction stir processing of metal matrix composites
• Chapter 17 Structural and dynamic evaluation of an agricultural power take-off shaft using lightweight metal matrix composites
• Index