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Advanced Metal Matrix Composites

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  21 February 2011

C. Robert Crowe
C. Robert Crowe*
Affiliation:
Naval Research Laboratory, Materials Science and Technology Division, Washington, DC 20375
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Abstract

Advanced metal matrix composites are emerging as materials of construction for high performance aerospace applications. The thrust is to develop high specific strength and high specific modulus ultra-lightweight composites using Al or Mg as matrix materials for space structure applications, and for higher temperature applications, to develop materials using various aluminides as matrix materials. This paper presents an overview of the methodology used to develop advanced MMC's and discusses the problems and limitations faced in achieving the composite materials development goals.

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