研究目的
Investigating the thermal expansion behavior of CNT reinforced AlSi10Mg composite fabricated via laser powder bed fusion to understand the effect of CNTs on the dimensional stability of the composite.
研究成果
The addition of CNTs to AlSi10Mg composites fabricated via LPBF significantly reduces the CTE, with the best dimensional stability achieved at 2 wt% CNTs content. The CNTs stabilize the Si network in the matrix, leading to a more stable microstructure and lower CTE. The experimental results align closely with the Turner model predictions, except at temperatures where precipitation and solid solution effects are significant.
研究不足
The study did not explore the effects of CNTs content beyond 2 wt%. The thermoelastic models used do not consider the effect of precipitation and solid solution of the material during the heating process.
1:Experimental Design and Method Selection:
The study utilized laser powder bed fusion (LPBF) to fabricate CNT/AlSi10Mg composites with varying CNTs content (0 wt%, 1 wt%, and 2 wt%). The thermal expansion behavior was investigated using a thermomechanical analyzer.
2:Sample Selection and Data Sources:
AlSi10Mg powders and CNTs were used as raw materials. The composites were prepared by mixing the powders according to specific ratios.
3:List of Experimental Equipment and Materials:
Concept Laser M2 Cusing equipment for LPBF, DIL 402C thermomechanical analyzer for CTE test, Quanta 250F SEM for microstructure analysis, FEI Tecnai G2 TEM for CNTs characterization.
4:Experimental Procedures and Operational Workflow:
The LPBF parameters were set based on previous research. The CTE test was conducted at a heating rate of 5 °C min?1 from 29 to 300 °C. Microstructure analysis was performed before and after the CTE test.
5:Data Analysis Methods:
The CTE was calculated from the dimension increase ratio versus temperature curves. The microstructure changes were analyzed using SEM and TEM.
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