Internal stresses in metal matrix composites in relation with matrix phase transformations

Abstract

For metal matrix composites, internal stresses are a key factor for understanding the interactions between matrix and reinforcements and the mechanical properties of the composite. From in situ high energy X-ray diffraction on a steel matrix composite reinforced with TiC, the evolutions of the phase fractions and mean cell parameters of each phase during thermal treatment have been determined. In addition, a methodology is developed in order to get more information on the stress state evolutions in each phase during the treatment. © (2014) Trans Tech Publications, Switzerland.