International Journal of Engineering Research in Electronics and Communication Engineering

Investigation of Aluminium Based Composite Material Using Fly Ash

Author : D. Kumaravel ¹ B. Mohan Raj ²

Date of Publication :30th November 2017

Abstract: This research work deals with the experimental investigation of the composite material of aluminium with fly ash. Aluminium material grade 6063 is chosen for this investigation of metal matrix composites. There has been an increasing interest in composites containing low density and low-cost reinforcements. Fly ash is low-cost material available in large quantities which are obtained from the combustion of coal in power plants. Hence, composites with fly ash as reinforcement are likely to overcome the cost barrier for widespread applications in automotive and small engine applications. By using stir casting method, the composite can be obtained with aluminium. We used the composite material to make a much effective prototype or mechanical structure having very good mechanical properties. Properties of composite materials completely depend on the method used to produce it. Aluminium with Fly ash materials were fabricated using Stir casting method. After composite matrix, the materials are observed and investigated. Dry sliding wear behaviour of the composites in the cast conditions is studied at different loads with the help of Pin-On-Disc wear test machine. Finally, mechanical properties such as hardness and tensile strength have been investigated.

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