Mechanical, Wear, Fatigue, and Creep Behavior of Rice Ash Si2N2O Bioceramic Dispersed AA7075 Metal Matrix Composites
摘要
The investigation delves into the development or fabrication of metal matrix composites utilizing aluminum alloy AA7075 and incorporating the ceramic filler Si2N2O derived from rice husk ash. The primary objective of this research was to explore how the inclusion of Si2N2O silicon additive enhances the load-bearing properties of AA 7075 metal matrix composite. The stir casting method was employed to manufacture the metal matrix composites, adhering to ASTM standards for sample preparation. Among the various composites developed, the AS2 with 3-wt% Si2N2O and AA7075 composite emerged with the highest tensile strength and fatigue strength of 524 MPa and 311 MPa, respectively. Moreover, the introduction of 5 wt% of Si2N2O on AS3 composite resulted in improved hardness up to 192 BHN and exhibits minimal elongation of 4.44%.Furthermore, the addition of Si2N2O showcased a substantial enhancement in the coefficient of friction (COF) and specific wear rate, particularly in the composite AS3, which demonstrates 0.478 and 0.005 mm3/Nm. Additionally, the creep resistance of composite AS3 manifested minimal values at various time intervals 2000, 4000, 6000, 8000, and 10,000 s, indicating its ability to withstand prolonged deformation under constant load and temperature conditions. These properties improved composites that could be used in manufacturing of car bodies and frames, as well as in the defense sector where the demand for lighter and stronger materials is required.