Intermetallic Matrix Composites: Properties and Applications is a comprehensive guide that studies the types and properties of intermetallic matrix composites, including their processing techniques, characterization and the various testing methods associated with these composites. In addition, it presents modeling techniques, their strengthening mechanisms and the important area of failure and repair. Advanced /complex IMCs are then explained, such as Self-healing IMCs and laminated intermetallic composites. The book concludes by delving into the industries that use these materials, including the automotive industry. Reviews the latest research in intermetallic matrix composites Contains a focus on properties and applications Includes contributions from leading experts in the field

Fills a Prominent Gap in a Significant Area of IntermetallicsPresenting a comprehensive overview of structural intermetallics (the most important class of intermetallics), Structural Intermetallics and Intermetallic Matrix Composites is a reference written with the beginning student as well as the practicing professional in mind. Utilizing the auth

There is an increasing need for lightweight high performance materials in today's aerospace arena. High temperature engine designs, for example, require engine materials with elevated temperature strength, creep resistance, damage tolerance, oxidation resistance, and low density. Ordered intermetallics are considered potential alternatives to superalloys because they exhibit many of these properties. A major problem with most ordered alloys is their tendency toward inherently low ductility. The reasons can be quite varied depending on the alloy system, and include poor grain-boundary cohesion, an insufficient number of available slip systems (primarily in non-cubic alloys), limited cross slip, and impurity locking of dislocations. However, intermetallics of high symmetry, such as the L12 structure, have a number of slip systems, which can provide some plasticity, at least at intermediate temperatures, thus enabling the matrix to accommodate some of the strain associated with the thermal stresses.

The MRS Symposium Proceeding series is an internationally recognised reference suitable for researchers and practitioners.

The MRS Symposium Proceeding series is an internationally recognised reference suitable for researchers and practitioners.