| Abstract Scope |
Superalloys based on nickel are an intriguing class of materials that exhibit exceptional performance in a variety of challenging environments, including corrosive media, elevated temperatures, and high pressure. This group of alloys is one of the promising options for the petrochemical, aerospace, and aviation industries and the defense sector. However, in certain situations, the industry's needs are greater than the progress made in alloys and superalloys, necessitating further research into alternative methods of improving material properties. Recently, ceramics have been used to fabricate metal matrix composites (MMCs) by adding them as reinforcements to the metal/alloy matrix fusing the properties of both alloys and ceramics. Given that the properties obtained from the alloy MMCs are significantly enhanced, a new chapter in nickel-based superalloys is emerging. This review article provides a comprehensive understanding of the research findings on ceramic-reinforced nickel-based superalloy MMCs, as well as future research trends. |