Thermal and mechanical analyses of dry clutch disk made of functionally graded aluminum matrix composite

Abstract This research work presents an innovative utility of Functionally Graded Aluminum Matrix Composite with Silicon Carbide as a friction material in clutches’ plate since it has acceptable coefficient and high wear resistance which may lead to longer working life. Composite’s properties are calculated using rule-of-mixture power law, simulated layered geometry. Clutches designed based on the standard size conditions clutches mid-size heavy automobiles. behavior is examined considering statics, dynamics, thermal wear. Analyses done Finite Element method, by ANSYS boundary that represent actual clutch The developed finite element model validated comparing literature achieved good agreement. Results discussed functionally graded aluminum matrix composite’s performance composite 20% silicon carbide e-glass performances. FGAMC showed excellent static analysis where deformations were least among three materials. free vibrational not best but very small differences compared clutches. Very unwanted recognized forced vibration analysis, stresses, strain deformation other two Structural transient lowest strains from highest stresses area contact surface clutch. Volume loss due less traditional more than 4 times.