Processing, Characterization, and Properties of α-Al2O3-AA2900 Composites for Aerospace Brake Pad Applications

Mechanical and Morphological Properties of Polypropylene/Nano α-Al2O3 Composites

A nanocomposite containing polypropylene (PP) and nano α-Al2O3 particles was prepared using a Haake internal mixer. Mechanical tests, such as tensile and flexural tests, showed that mechanical properties of the composite were enhanced by addition of nano α-Al2O3 particles and dispersant agent to the polymer. Tensile strength was approximately ∼ 16% higher than pure PP by increasing the nano α-A...

Processing and Characterization of AA2024/Al2O3/SiC Reinforces Hybrid Composites Using Squeeze Casting Technique

The present requirement of automobile industry is seeking lightweight material that satisfices the technical and technological requirements with better mechanical and tribological characteristics.  Aluminium matrix composite ( AMC ) materials meet the requirements of the modern demands. AMCs are used in automotive applications as engine cylinders, pistons, disc and drum brakes. This paper inves...

Applications of ultrasonic NDT to aerospace composites

Whilst existing composite aircraft designs carry additional weight to mitigate the risk of undetected nonconformance to design, new non-destructive characterisation (NDC) methods offer a leaner future for composite designs through complete verification of conformance. The structural-integrity philosophy for composites in current in-service aircraft does not directly accommodate any benefit from...

Cellular Brake Pad Inspection

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3D Network SiC-Metals Composites for Heavy Duty Brake Applications