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Zaki MZ, El-Zaidia MM, Abomostafa HM, Taha MA. Evaluation of tribo-mechanical measurements and thermal expansion of Cu-based nanocomposites reinforced by high strength hybrid ceramics. Sci Rep 2024; 14:17479. [PMID: 39080290 PMCID: PMC11289293 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-024-67173-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/16/2024] [Accepted: 07/09/2024] [Indexed: 08/02/2024] Open
Abstract
It is known that Copper's (Cu) electrical conductivity makes it a desirable material for use in industry. Due to poor properties such as hardness, thermal expansion, and corrosion resistance, its applications are limited. This manuscript solves these problems while maintaining no breakdown in electrical conductivity. In this study, high-strength ceramics (SiC nanoparticles and graphene nanosheets) were used as reinforcements in the manufacture of Cu-based hybrid nanocomposites using powder metallurgy technique. X-ray diffraction analysis (XRD) was used to investigate phase composition and crystal size of the milled powders. Transmission electron microscopy (TEM) and field emission scanning electron microscopy (FESEM), respectively examined the microstructure of the prepared powder powders and sintered nanocomposites. Then, various properties of the sintered samples are measured, including physical, electrical and thermal properties and wear resistance. The obtained XRD technique and TEM images showed decreases in the crystal and particle size of milled samples reaching up to 14.08 and 28.30 nm, respectively for the sample contained 8 vol. % SiC + 0.8 vol. % graphene (SG8). A surprising improvement in the mechanical properties of up to 809.15, 341.84 MPa and 336.56 GPa for microhardness, strength and longitudinal modulus for the sample containing the highest reinforcements, achieving an improvement of up to 122, 61.37 and 41 percent compared to the Cu matrix. Moreover, there was a noticeable improvement in the coefficient of thermal expansion (CTE) and wear rate values of the samples by increasing the percentages of hybrid reinforcements in the examined sintered nanocomposite samples. The Sample SG8 recorded the lowest value, decreasing by about 50.2 and 76.5% compared to the SG1 sample. Finally, adding reinforcements to the Cu matrix had a negative effect on the relative density and electrical conductivity, and the lowest values was 92.94% and8.59 × 106 S/m, respectively for the SG sample.
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Affiliation(s)
- Mai Z Zaki
- Department of Basic Science, Higher Institute of Engineering and Technology, Menoufia, Egypt
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- Faculty of Science, Physics Department, Menoufa University, Shebin Elkom, Egypt
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- Department of Basic Science, Higher Institute of Engineering and Technology, Menoufia, Egypt
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- Solid State Physics Department, National Research Centre, Dokki, 12622, Cairo, Egypt.
- Pharos University in Alexandria, Canal Mahmoudiah Street, Smouha, Alexandria, Egypt.
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Moustafa EB, Aljabri A, Abushanab WS, Ghandourah E, Taha MA, Khoshaim AB, Youness RA, Mohamed SS. A comprehensive study of Al-Cu-Mg system reinforced with nano-ZrO 2 particles synthesized by powder metallurgy technique. Sci Rep 2024; 14:2862. [PMID: 38311645 PMCID: PMC10838939 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-024-53061-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/02/2023] [Accepted: 01/27/2024] [Indexed: 02/06/2024] Open
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More focus has recently been placed on enhancing the strength, elastic modulus, coefficient of thermal expansion (CTE), wear and corrosion resistance, and other qualities of aluminum (Al) alloys by varying the quantity of ceramics added for a range of industrial uses. In this regard, Al-4.2-Cu-1.6Mg matrix nanocomposites reinforced with nano-ZrO2 particles have been created using the powder metallurgy approach. The microstructure and particle size distributions of the produced powders were analyzed using a diffraction particle size analyzer, XRD, TEM, and SEM. To achieve good sinterability, the powders were compacted and sintered in argon. The sintered nanocomposites' mechanical, elastic, and physicochemical characteristics were measured. Additionally, the behavior of corrosion, wear, and thermal expansion were examined. The results showed a decrease in the particle sizes of the Al-Cu-Mg alloy by adding ZrO2 nanoparticles up to 45.8 nm for the composite containing 16 wt.% ZrO2. By increasing the sintering temperature to 570 °C, the densification of nanocomposites was enhanced. Also, the coefficient of thermal expansion and wear rate remarkably decreased by about 28 and 37.5% by adding 16 wt.% ZrO2. Moreover, microhardness yield, strength, and Young's modulus were enhanced to 161, 145, and 64%, respectively, after adding 16 wt.% ZrO2. In addition, increasing the exposure time was responsible for decreasing the corrosion rate for the same sample.
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- Essam B Moustafa
- Mechanical Engineering Departments, Faculty of Engineering, King Abdulaziz University, 21589, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Mechanical Engineering, Islamic University of Madinah, 42351, Medina, Saudi Arabia
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- Marine Engineering Department, Faculty of Maritime Studies and Marine Engineering, King Abdulaziz University, 21589, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Nuclear Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, King Abdulaziz University, 21589, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
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- Solid State Physics Department, National Research Centre, El Buhouth St., Dokki, Giza, 12622, Egypt
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- Mechanical Engineering Departments, Faculty of Engineering, King Abdulaziz University, 21589, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
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- Spectroscopy Department, National Research Centre, El Buhouth St., Dokki, Giza, 12622, Egypt.
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- Mechanical Engineering Department, Shoubra Faculty of Engineering, Benha University, Cairo, Egypt
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El-Zaidia MM, Zaki MZ, Abomostafa HM, Taha MA. Comprehensive studies for evaluating promising properties of Cu/graphene/fly ash nanocomposites. Sci Rep 2024; 14:2236. [PMID: 38278959 PMCID: PMC10817935 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-024-52563-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/13/2023] [Accepted: 01/20/2024] [Indexed: 01/28/2024] Open
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Copper (Cu)'s electrical conductivity makes it attractive for industrial usage. Due to its inferior mechanical characteristics, thermal expansion, and wear resistance, its applications are limited. This manuscript solves these issues while retaining its major feature, excellent electrical conductivity. In this regard, different quantities of graphene (Gr) and fly ash (FA) nanoparticles were combined with Cu in a planetary ball mill at 440 rpm for 20 h using powder metallurgy (PM). The microstructure of the generated powders was characterized using X-ray diffraction technique and transmission electron microscopy. The powders underwent compression and were then subjected to firing at three distinct temperature levels, reaching a maximum of 850 °C. In addition, an analysis was conducted on the microstructure, mechanical properties, wear resistance, thermal expansion behaviour, and electrical conductivity of the sintered samples. Based on the findings, the inclusion of a hybrid of Gr and FA ceramics effectively led to a reduction in particle sizes. The bulk density slightly decreases with the addition of hybrid ceramic while increasing with the rise in sintering temperature. The hybrid composited Cu/0.8 vol.% Gr/8 vol.% FA recorded an increase in the microhardness, ultimate stress, and Young's modulus of 25, 20, and 50%, respectively, relative to the Cu matrix. Furthermore, the wear rate and coefficient of thermal expansion for the same sample decreased by 67 and 30%, respectively. Finally, increasing the sintering temperature showed a clear improvement in the mechanical, electrical, and corrosion properties. Based on the results obtained, it can be concluded that the prepared hybrid nanocomposites can be used in power generation, power transmission, electronic circuits, and other applications.
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- M M El-Zaidia
- Faculty of Science, Physics Department, Menoufa University, Shebin Elkom, Egypt
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- Department of Basic Science, Higher Institute of Engineering and Technology, Menoufia, Egypt
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- Faculty of Science, Physics Department, Menoufa University, Shebin Elkom, Egypt
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- Solid State Physics Department, National Research Centre, Dokki, 12622, Cairo, Egypt.
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