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Yeditepe University , Istanbul , Turkey
Yeditepe University , Istanbul , Turkey
Yeditepe University , Istanbul , Turkey
In this study, aluminum-based composites reinforced with nano-sized boron nitride (BN) were produced by using the casting method. Particle sizes of BN were reduced down to nanoscale via milling for 96 h at room temperature. The casting process ensured a homogeneous distribution of BN within the alloy matrix by melting the aluminum alloy, introducing BN powders under optimal conditions, and solidifying the mixture in molds. Microstructural analyses were conducted to assess phase structure, grain size, and BN dispersion by XRD, OM, SEM, and SEM-EDX techniques, while mechanical properties of composites were evaluated through microhardness tests. Results showed significant improvements in alloy properties, highlighting the potential of these composites as lightweight, durable materials for aerospace and automotive applications.
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