Role of Different Reinforcements in Aluminium 7075-Based Metal Matrix Composite—A Review

Abstract

Demands for new materials with superior properties are rising as technological advancement is speeding up globally. Composite materials are gaining popularity due to their enhanced mechanical properties over metal and alloys. Aluminum metal matrix composites (MMCs) are becoming popular in several areas of application such as aerospace, automobile, armed forces, and other commercial applications due to their lightweight, increased strength, better fracture toughness, stiffness, corrosion resistance, and cost-effectiveness. The present study reviews the effects of different reinforcements on MMC materials. The main aim of the present work is to give a clear idea to the readers about the role of individual reinforcement in Al7075-based MMCs. Also, the details of weight% and size of different reinforcement are provided, which will help the readers in their future works. It has been observed that inorganic reinforcements give better mechanical and wear properties to composite materials. For better wear properties, self-lubricating types of reinforcements are more useful.