Metal matrix composites Rapid densification of ferrous PM parts above the solidus temperature for the

was discussed with respect to low alloy. The critical mechanism was shown
WEAROF PM MMC FOR WOOD production rates due to the time required to be fragmentation of particles into
CUTTING APPLICATION to ensure sealing of surface porosity. individual grains above a threshold
Pneumatic isostatic forging was described volume fraction of liquid phase, giving
J. Bendixen, 0. Kramer. (Danish Technolo- and it was reported that densities of 7.5 to rapid densification. Experiments of a Ni
gical Inst. Taastrup, Denmark) 7.8 gm.cme3 had been attained using a superalloy, stainless steel and bronze were
It was reported that a superalloy matrix low cost method of sealing. It was shown used to demonstrate the densification
composite, with a fine dispersion of that cycle time could be reduced making sequence during particle fragmentation.
oxide particles showed improved wear the process feasible for mass production. The results were discussed and options for
resistance in the cutting of green new powder mixtures were outlined.
softwood. Powders used were mechanically HIP OF NEAR NET SHAPE PARTS
alloyed and consolidated by HIP. The THROUGH USE OF FINITE ELEMENT ADVANCED SINTERING TECHNOLOGY
wear mechanisms were said to be SIMULATION FOR PREALLOYED POWDERS
complex and involved corrosion, oxidation
and abrasive wear. M. Khazami, F. Petzold. (FHG-Fraunhofer R.M. German et al (Pennsylvania State
Inst., Germany.) University, Pennsylvania, USA)
DENSE HOMOGENEOUS NICKEL Anisotropic consolidation of powders The mechanisms of supersolidus liquid
ALLOYS AND COMPOSITES MADE BY was noted to be a problem of HIP. An phase sintering, between solidus and
TRANSIENT LIQUID PHASE objective of the research was to make liquidus temperatures, were discussed
SINTERING capsules which would compress powders with respect to particle fragmentation and
into the required shape without changes in liquid flow. The technique was shown to
J. Kinstler et al (Toolgal Industrial Dia- the optimum HIP regime. The modified give rapid densilication to high density and
monds Ltd. Emek Hauyarden, Israel) Drucker-Prager cap model in an ABACUS a fine structure even with coarse powders.
A full density Ni base alloy, made by finite element program was used to Effects of process parameters were
blending very fine Ni and TIC powders with simulate part production by HIP. investigated. A model of SLPS was
a low melting phase such as Ni-Si, Ni-Ti or Predicted and experimental data were prepared for the rheological behaviour
NiB, cold sintering and rapid heating, to compared. It was reported that the and microstructure evolution. Improved
form a transient liquid phase, was reported desired shape for different part geometries understanding was shown to give an
to have been made. Mechanical and could be attained. insight into process control and exploition
physical properties were described. It was of SLPS.
suggested that the technique could be STRENGTH PARAMETERS IN AN
applied to other systems including those AUSFORMED SINTERED STEEL HIGH DENSITY PROCESSING OF
with a high ceramic content. FERROUS ALLOYS BY SUPERSOLIDUS
R.A. Queeney, G.R. Stout. (Pennsylvania LIQUID PEASE SINTERING
WET POWDER SPRAYING ~ A NOVEL State University, Pennsylvania, USA)
PM ROUTE TO FIBRE REINFORCED The ausforging properties of sintered R.M. German et al (Pennsylvania State
METAL MATRIX COMPOSITES AlSI4600 steel with 1% were investigated. University, Pennsylvania, USA)
The steel was reported to be stronger and An investigation intended to optimize
M. Fbi et al (Forschungzentrum Jlich harder than marquenched steel with the the supersolidus liquid phase sintering of
Gmbh, Jlich, Geremany) same porosity. The structure and properties ferrous parts was described. Factors
It was reported that a wet powder were compared with conventionally heat considered included microstructures,
spraying technique, using a liquid slurry of treated forged steel. Unique ausforged composition, process conditions and the
metal or ceramic powder with a binder, properties were identified. attainment of full density in short sintering
could be used to prepare libre reinforced times. Alloys were shown to have high
metal matrix composites. Layers of fibre PROPERTY CHARACTERIZATION OF strength and ductility. The study allowed
alternate with sprayed layers. The carrier CROSS-ROLLED INCONEL MA754 isolation of the factors that are critical to
fluid evaporates rapidly. After debinding PLATE the attainment of high strength and density
the composite is subjected to HIP. It was in short times.
shown that the costs of this composite and R.K. Wilson, B.L. Rainey. (INCO Alloys
the properties compare favourably with International, Inc, Huntingdon, USA) injection moulding
other methods of production, It was reported that a relatively
isotropic plate had been fabricated in EFFECT OF BINDER AND PROCESS
Inconel MA754 and gas turbine
PARAMETERSONCARBONCONTENT
applications were indicated. Mechanical
PMsTEC’95 The abstracts which follow OF INJECTION MOOULDED STEEL
properties were measured with respect to
are of papers which were presented at
orientation to determine the extent of
the 1995 International Conference on A. Pest et al (FHG-Fraunhofer Inst.,
anisotropy and the effects of process
Powder Metallurgy and Particulate Ma- Germany)
variables. The production process,
terials which was held in Seattle, USA, The factors, including binder behaviour
from 14th to 17th May 1995. including cross-rolling, was described.
and effects of process conditions,
influencing the C content of injection
Liquid phase sintering moulded AlSI4140 steel were discussed.
The importance of avoiding oxidation and
Forming SUPERSOLIDUS LIQUID PHASE obtaining a balance between oxidation and
SINTERING OF PREALLOYED PARTS carburization by binder decomposition
TO HIGH DENSITY products was emphasized. An
RAPID DENSIFICATION OF FERROUS
investigation of effects of process
PM PARTS BY PNEUMATIC ISOSTATIC
R.M. German et al (Pennsylvania State conditions, including heat treatment, on C
FORGING
University, Pennsylvania, USA) content and distribution, microstructure
It was reported that prealloyed powders and properties was described and the
D.A. Score, E. Hodges. (AC Delco Systems,
could be densified rapidly by sintering results were discussed.
Inc, USA)

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