Investigation on Mechanical Properties of TiC, CNT Reinforced Aluminum 7075 MMC's at the Nanoscale.

<p dir="ltr">Composite materials are becoming increasingly popular as alternatives to traditional metals due to their advantageous properties, including chemical inertness, high strength-to-weight ratios, ease of processing, and formability into complex shapes. Among these, metal matrix composites are widely used in engineering due to their superior wear resistance, reduced weight, faster manufacturing, and cost-effectiveness. MMCs allow engineers to improve characteristics without altering a material's chemical composition. Driven by the demand for high-performance materials in various industries, metal matrix composites combine the beneficial properties of metals with enhanced reinforcements. This study examines the mechanical behavior of aluminum 7075 composites reinforced with carbon nanotubes and titanium carbide. The samples underwent rigorous testing following ASTM guidelines to evaluate their mechanical properties, and the composites were produced using stir casting, a widely used and cost-effective method. The stir casting technique, described in the editor document, is a scalable technique that involves melting the base metal and adding reinforcing materials to the molten mixture. Mechanical characteristics, specifically hardness and flexural strength, were thoroughly analyzed. The experimental results demonstrate that increasing the incorporation of TiC and CNTs significantly improved the mechanical properties of the composite materials, indicating a notable enhancement in overall material performance. Additionally, heat treatment, as described in the editor document, strengthens the bonding between the matrix and the reinforcements, resulting in increased strength and hardness.</p> <p> </p>