B4C AND GRANITE POWDER REINFORCEMENTS IN A HYBRID ALUMINIUM COMPOSITE: WEAR ANALYSIS

Abstract

The incorporation of reinforcement materials in metal matrix composites (MMCs) has gained significant attention in recent years due to their potential to enhance mechanical and tribological properties. This literature review focuses on the wear analysis and optimization of Aluminium composites reinforced with Granite powder and Boron Carbide (B4C) as reinforcement. The review provides an overview of the currentstate ofresearch in thisfield, highlighting the various methodologies, experimental techniques, and optimization strategies employed to improve the wear resistance of these composites. The synthesis techniques, wear characterization methods, and the influence of reinforcement content and particle size on the wear behavior are discussed. Additionally, the review sheds light on the tribological performance, wear mechanisms, and potential applications of these composites. The findings and knowledge gaps identified in this review serve as a basis for future research and development in the field of wear analysis and optimization of Aluminium composites using Granite powder and B4C reinforcement. To determine the nature of changes in the specimen face where wear is occurring, SEM and EDAX of the specimen are investigated