Comparing physical
characteristics of Al 7075
reinforced with SiC
Material derived vs Herbal derived
Y20ME004
reinforcement Y20ME001
Y20ME027
L21ME194
Introduction
+ Objective: To analyze and compare the physical characteristics of
Al7075 composites reinforced with silicon carbide (SiC) derived from
material and herbal sources.
+ Importance: Understanding the potential of herbal-based
reinforcemnts in enhancing material properties.
+ Research Scope: Focus on tensile strength, hardness, wear resistance,
and microstructural analysis.
Aluminum alloy 7075
+ Composition : includes 5.6–6.1% zinc, 2.1–2.5% magnesium, 1.2–1.6% copper
+ Un-heat-treated 7075 (7075-0 temper) has a maximum tensile strength of
280 MPa, and maximum yield strength of 140 MPa . The material has an
elongation of 9–10%. As is the case for all 7075 aluminum alloys, 7075-0 is
highly corrosion-resistant combined with generally acceptable strength profile.
+ Applications: Due to its high strength and excellent fatigue resistance, aluminum
alloy 7075 is commonly used in aerospace, military, and high-performance
applications such as aircraft structures, missile components, bicycle frames,
automotive parts, and high-stress structural components.
Material derived SiC
+ Source:
+ Obtained through conventional methods such as carbothermal reduction of
silica and carbon.
+ Typically sourced from industries producing silicon and carbon-based
materials.
+ Characteristics:
+ Generally characterized by uniform particle size distribution and high purity.
+ Mechanical properties can be precisely tailored through optimization of
processing parameters.
+ Well-studied and widely used in industrial applications.
Material derived SiC
+ Advantages:
+ Established manufacturing processes ensure consistency and reliability.
+ High purity levels offer predictable material behavior and performance.
+ Extensive research base allows for advanced characterization and
property enhancement.
+ Challenges:
+ Energy-intensive production processes may lead to high manufacturing costs.
+ Environmental concerns related to emissions and waste generation.
+ Limited availability of raw materials may impact scalability and sustainability.
Analysis
Herbal SiC
+ Source:
+ Extracted from agricultural waste such as rice husk, sugarcane bagasse, or
bamboo.
+ Utilizes sustainable and renewable resources, contributing to environmental
conservation.
+ Characteristics:
+ Variability in particle size and morphology due to differences in plant species
and processing methods.
+ May contain organic residues or impurities from the biomass, influencing
composite properties.
+ Potential for bio-functionalization, offering unique surface properties and
interactions.
Herbal SiC
+ Advantages:
+ Sustainable sourcing reduces dependence on traditional raw materials
and minimizes environmental impact.
+ Lower processing energy requirements compared to conventional
methods, leading to reduced carbon footprint.
+ Promotes circular economy by valorizing agricultural waste and enhancing
resource efficiency.
+ Challenges:
+ Lack of standardized extraction processes may result in batch-to-batch
variations.
+ Organic residues or impurities could affect composite performance and
stability.
+ Limited understanding of long-term durability and compatibility in
harsh environments.
Induction furnace
+
An induction furnace is a type of furnace used for melting
metal using electromagnetic induction to generate heat
within the material. The basic principle involves passing a
high-frequency alternating current through a coil of
copper wire, creating a rapidly changing magnetic field.
When a conductive material such as metal is placed within
this field, eddy currents are induced in the material,
generating heat due to its electrical resistance.
Tensile testing
Herbal derived SiC reinforced Al 7075 results
Material derived SiC reinforced Al 7075 results
Izod impact
testing
Herbal derived SiC reinforced Al 7075 results
Material derived SiC reinforced Al 7075 results
Conclusion
+ Due to increase in intrest of herbal reinforcement we are compare
physical characteristics of Al7075+5%SiC (material derived)
with Al7075+5%SiC (herbal )
+ We have completed tensile testing and izode impact testing
