Performance Evaluation of Al-ZrB2 Reinforcement Based Metal Matrix Nanocomposites

International Journal of Mechanical Engineering
© 2024 by SSRG - IJME Journal
Volume 11 Issue 10
Year of Publication : 2024
Authors : Seema V. Yerigeri, Vaijanath V. Yerigeri
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Seema V. Yerigeri, Vaijanath V. Yerigeri, "Performance Evaluation of Al-ZrB2 Reinforcement Based Metal Matrix Nanocomposites," SSRG International Journal of Mechanical Engineering, vol. 11,  no. 10, pp. 8-25, 2024. Crossref, https://doi.org/10.14445/23488360/IJME-V11I10P102

Abstract:

Lightweight and high-strength composites attract attention towards the different industrial applications. Reinforcement in base material makes composite operate at high working temperatures. In the present research, different Al based MMNC’s are fabricated, friction and wear analysis using pin-on-disc is performed as tribological properties play a crucial role in deciding its performance. Many engineering components fail because of wear loss, which changes dimensions and fits between the mating components. Due to the poor tribological properties of aluminium alloys, their application in machine parts is limited. Incorporating small wt.% of nanoparticles enhances the wear rate and coefficient of friction. Enhancement of these tribological properties depends on factors like alloy grade, reinforcement type and its wt.%, load applied, and sliding distance. Al7075, Al6082, and Al6063 are selected as alloy levels, while ZrB2 reinforcement levels are set at 6, 9, and 12 wt.%. Load and speed levels are set at 30N, 40N, 50N and 140, 150, 160 rpm. From Taguchi statistical analysis, an optimum combination of Al7075 with 12% ZrB2 load at 30N gives, a minimum wear rate at the speed of 140 rpm and minimum COF at the speed of 160 rpm. The heat treatment effect on hardness and worn surface analysis of nanocomposites are also provided in the article.

Keywords:

Composite materials, Taguchi, Pin-on disc, ZrB2, ANOVA, Energy Dispersive X-ray Spectroscopy EDX, Scanning Electron Microscopy SEM.

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