Reduction of the Friction Coefficient of Metal Matrix Composite Under Dry Conditions

870441

02/01/1987

Event
SAE International Congress and Exposition
Authors Abstract
Content
A Silicon carbide (SiC) whisker reinforced Metal Matrix Composite (MMC) with dispersed self-lubricating tungsten disulfide (WS2) exhibits a reduced friction coefficient under dry rubbing conditions.
The new MMC production method was done by impregnating a molten aluminum-tungsten alloy into a preform, which was made from a mixture of SiC whisker and sulfur compound, at high pressure. The high temperature allowed a reaction between the tungsten and sulfur compound, and the formation of WS2 in the MMC.
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DOI
https://doi.org/10.4271/870441
Pages
12
Citation
Akutagawa, K., Ohtsuki, H., Hasegawa, J., and Miyazaki, M., "Reduction of the Friction Coefficient of Metal Matrix Composite Under Dry Conditions," SAE Technical Paper 870441, 1987, https://doi.org/10.4271/870441.
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Published
Feb 1, 1987
Product Code
870441
Content Type
Technical Paper
Language
English