Structural Analysis of Al-CNT Nanocomposite Using X-Ray Diffraction

Abstract:

The development of metal-matrix composites (MMCs) has mainly been driven by the growing needs of modern applications for lightweight materials yet strong enough to withstand high service loading. On the other hand, carbon nanotubes (CNTs) presenting excellent combination of mechanical and physical properties have already performed as an excellent strengthening to reinforce MMCs. In present study, an air induction furnace was used to fabricate aluminum-multiwall carbon nanotubes (Al-MWCNTs) composite. The process was benefited for better dispersion of the CNTs, which was validated during microscopic studies. Additionally, the mechanical properties were significantly augmented i.e., the yield strength from 64±3 to 115±2 MPa, the tensile strength from 82±2 to 125±3 MPa for matrix material and Al-CNTs composite, respectively. The structural analysis including, grain size, crystallite strain and dislocation density were investigated using X-ray diffraction to relate with the improvement in the properties.

• Periodical: Key Engineering Materials (Volume 875)
• Pages: 138-145
• DOI: https://doi.org/10.4028/www.scientific.net/KEM.875.138
• Online since: February 2021
• Authors: Muhammad Mansoor*, Noveed Ejaz, Liaqat Ali, Hamid Zaigham
• Keywords: CNT, Nanocomposite, X-Ray Diffraction

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