Microstructural evaluation of cold spray deposited WC with subsequent Friction Stir Processing

Tom Peat, Alexander Galloway, Tiziana Marrocco, Naveed Iqbal

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Abstract

Friction Stir Processing (FSP) has been shown to improve the strength, ductility and toughness of both aluminium and steel materials through grain refinement and the even distribution of precipitates within the substrate matrix. This article presents the application of FSP of Cold Spray deposited Tungsten Carbide - Cobalt (WC-Co) of two distinct types, on a series of aluminium substrates. Microstructural investigations of FSP processed samples exhibit interaction between the deposited WC-Co particles and aluminium alloy and show the homogeneous dispersion of deposited particles through the metal matrix. Results show that the dispersion of these particles varies with powder type, FSP parameters and substrate characteristics. A parallel study focusing on the hardness of the FSP generated Metal Matrix Composite (MMC) further demonstrate the potential of combining Cold Spray and FSP technologies to tailor surface properties for specific applications.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationFriction Stir Welding and Processing VIII
EditorsRajiv S. Mishra, Murray W. Mahoney, Yutaka Sato, Yuri Hovanski
PublisherWiley
Chapter23
Pages207-216
Number of pages10
ISBN (Electronic)9781119093343
ISBN (Print)9781119082491
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 20 Feb 2015
Externally publishedYes
EventFriction Stir Welding and Processing VIII - TMS 2015 144th Annual Meeting and Exhibition - Orlando, United States
Duration: 15 Mar 201519 Mar 2015

Conference

ConferenceFriction Stir Welding and Processing VIII - TMS 2015 144th Annual Meeting and Exhibition
Country/TerritoryUnited States
CityOrlando
Period15/03/1519/03/15

Keywords

  • Aluminium
  • Cold spray
  • Friction Stir Processing
  • Hardness
  • Microstructure

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Condensed Matter Physics
  • Mechanics of Materials
  • Metals and Alloys

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