| About this Abstract |
| Meeting |
2024 TMS Annual Meeting & Exhibition
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| Symposium
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Advances in Titanium Technology
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| Presentation Title |
Optimizing Performance of Ti/h-BN Metal Matrix Composites Through Improved Composition and Spark Plasma Sintering Process |
| Author(s) |
Satyavan P. Digole, Sanoj Karki, Manoj Mugale, Amit Choudhari, Jay Desai, Tushar Borkar |
| On-Site Speaker (Planned) |
Satyavan P. Digole |
| Abstract Scope |
The effect of hexagonal boron nitride (h-BN) concentration in enhancing the mechanical properties of the titanium (Ti) matrix while preserving its biocompatibility is reported in this work. The Ti/h-BN composites were synthesized using high-energy ball milling and spark plasma sintering (SPS). The homogeneous distribution and slender needles of titanium boride (TiB) at grain boundaries promoted grain refinement and hindered the dislocation movements causing superior wear resistance, hardness, and strength of Ti/h-BN composites. The underlying mechanisms were investigated using x-ray diffraction and scanning electron microscopy/energy dispersive spectroscopy, demonstrating the phases formed and spatial distribution of TiB needles. The effects of h-BN concentration on the densification, microstructure, and biocompatibility of Ti/h-BN composites were also analyzed. This research is useful in gaining insights into the role of different h-BN concentrations and SPS parameters in improving the overall performance of Ti/h-BN composites and expanding its overall application areas. |
| Proceedings Inclusion? |
Planned: |
| Keywords |
Titanium, Composites, Characterization |