Optimization and Characterization of Centrifugal-Cast Functionally Graded Al-SiC Composite Using Response Surface Methodology and Grey Relational Analysis
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In this study, an optimization approach was employed to determine the optimal main parameters that improve the performance of functionally graded composites manufactured using a combination of stirring and horizontal centrifugal casting. Pure aluminum reinforced with silicon carbide particles was used as the material for the composites. The effects of key input parameters such as mold speed, pouring temperature, stirring speed, and radial distance were optimized using a combination of grey relational analysis and response surface methodology. The statistical significance of the predicted grey relational grade model was assessed through an analysis of variance to identify the appropriate main parameters. The results showed that radial distance had the greatest impact on the performance of the composites, followed by pouring temperature. The optimal combination of main parameters was determined to be a mold speed of 1000 rpm, a pouring temperature of 750 °C, a stirring speed of 150 rpm, and a radial distance of 1 mm. Confirmation tests using these optimal values resulted in a 54.69% improvement in the grey relational grade.
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OpenAlex topics: Aluminum Alloys Composites Properties · Advanced machining processes and optimization · Advanced ceramic materials synthesis
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College of Civil and Transportation Engineering, Hohai University, Nanjing 210098, China
Production Engineering Department, Alexandria University, Alexandria 21544, Egypt
College of Mechanical and Electrical Engineering, Nanjing University of Aeronautics and Astronautics, Nanjing 210016, China
College of Energy and Electrical Engineering, Hohai University, Nanjing 211100, China
Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering, College of Engineering Science, Nyala University, Nyala 63311, Sudan
Department of Mechanical Engineering, Amrita School of Engineering, Coimbatore, Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, Coimbatore 641112, India
College of Mechanics and Materials, Hohai University, Nanjing 211100, China
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