Mechanical and Tribological Properties of Aluminum Metal Matrix Composites—A Review

The main goal of this review is to explore the fundamental mechanical and tribological features of aluminum metal matrix composites, investigating the impact of various materials and reinforcing components on improving their physical properties. Aluminum alloy metal matrix composites generate materials with properties suitable to specific uses. Significant properties of the material include excellent wear obstruction, resistance to corrosion in AMMCs, low coefficient of thermal expansion, high hardness, outstanding resistance to yield, and incredible thermal conductivity. Diverse alloys have been used in the extensive research and manufacturing of aluminum metal matrix composites to obtain the necessary materials. Aluminum-reinforced composites can be employed for further development since they provide good knowledge and understanding of composites. This study shows that aluminum metal matrix composites can be used in place of other common metals for improved performance and longer life. The goal of this review is to examine these features of various reinforcements and their properties.