Mechanical Engineering Faculty Research
Title
Microstructure and Properties of Molybdenumprinciple-Copper Composite Metal Samples Consolidated by Plasma Pressure Compaction
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
Fall 10-1-2002
Abstract
In this study, a composite metal powder mixture using molybdenum and copper powders was consolidated tonear theoretical density using the rapid consolidation technique of plasma pressure compaction. Rapid consolidation of the mixture of metal powders is an essential requirement for better microstructural control and mechanical properties in the consolidated product. The microstructure and hardness of the composite samples are compared with monolithic samples made by consolidating pure molybdenum powders under identical conditions. Microhardness measurements revealed an increase in hardness of molybdenum when mixed with small amounts of copper. The role of consolidation parameters on hardness and microstructural development is presented and discussed.
Publication Title
Powder Metallurgy
Volume
45
Issue
3
First Page
255
Last Page
260
Recommended Citation
Srivatsan, Tirumalai S.; Naruka, A. A.; Ravi, G. G.; Sudarshan, T. S.; Petraroli, M.; and Riester, L., "Microstructure and Properties of Molybdenumprinciple-Copper Composite Metal Samples Consolidated by Plasma Pressure Compaction" (2002). Mechanical Engineering Faculty Research. 627.
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