STUDIES OF THE REINFORCEMENT OF METALS WITH ULTRA HIGH STRENGTH FIBERS (WHISKERS)

Abstract

IN STUDIES OF THE REINFORCEMENT OF HIGH TEMPERATURE METALS AND ALLOYS WITH ULTRA HIGH STRENGTH FIBERS (whiskers), the problem of developing a useful bond between the whisker and the metal matrix was the subject of primary concern. A procedure for incorporation of the fibers into the matrix has been developed. However, no significant improvements in tensile strengths have been observed in composites, indicating that the bond between the matrix and the reinforcing whisker is not transmitting the applied stress to the very much stronger fiber. Metallographic examination of the composites also reveals that no bond is being obtained. Means for improving the metal-to-fiber bond are now being studied. (Author)

Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jun 05, 1961
Accession Number
AD0259767

Entities

People

  • Bertram C. Raynes

Tags

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Composite Materials
  • High Temperature
  • Materials
  • Mechanical Properties
  • Physical Properties
  • Tensile Strength
  • Transmitting

Fields of Study

  • Materials science

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