Synthesis and mechanical characterization of Fe–BN–TiC nanocomposites

Abstract

This Work summarizes the effect of BN and TiC reinforcement on Fe based nanocomposites prepared using powder metallurgy process. The microstructure, mechanical properties and wear resistance of the BN, TiC reinforced Fe based nanocomposites were investigated. The composite materials were characterized using Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM), Atomic Force Microscope (AFM) and XRD. The results revealed that the addition of BN, TiC nanoparticles enhanced the microhardness and compressive strength of the composite materials compared to that of pure Fe, whereas the density of the composite materials has decreased considerably. The wear resistance of the Fe based nanocomposites showed betterment with addition of BN-TiC reinforcements compared to that of bare Fe.