An Analysis of in-Situ Synthesized Al 6061 Alloy Metal Matrix Composites: Review

Abstract

Many alloys and aluminum composites have been produced in recent years for improved material performance. Al 6061 is now an aluminum alloy with a wide range of uses owing to its excellent microstructure. For the manufacture of aluminum matrix composites (AMC), it is a wise option for the matrix. The in-situ process produces Al 6061 aluminum alloy matrix composites, according to this research. It investigates the mechanical properties of Al 6061 composites, modern in-situ fabrication, processing conditions, and multiple reinforcements employed. Numerous researches have shown that the latest in-situ process is commonly used and ideal for designing Al-6061 Alloy composites reinforcing TiC, TiB2, Al2O3, SiC, and other inorganic, biological elements, hybrid, and nanomaterials. A variety of researchers indicated that higher reinforcement material increased the composites' mechanical and tribological properties. Moreover, hybrid composites outperformed single-reinforcement composites in terms of material properties. Industrial and agricultural residues are also recorded to be used in hybrid composites. Scientific investigations should concentrate on in-situ processing and material characterization of Al 6061 nanocomposites, which have a lot of promise as exotic technologies.