Production of Strong Steel-Aluminum Composites by Formation of Intermetallic Phases in Compound Forging

authored by
Bernd Arno Behrens, Klaus Georg Kosch
Abstract

In times of increasing energy costs automotive light weight construction is gaining more importance. The production of hybrid compounds by forging is a promising method to successfully manufacture functional parts by applying resource-saving process steps. However, in compound forging of steel-aluminum parts shrinking gaps may form because of the different thermal expansion coefficients. To avoid these unwanted gaps, it is necessary to achieve a firmly bonded joint e.g. by intermetallic phases. This paper deals with the investigation of the influences of different sample preparations, process parameters and true strains on the formation of intermetallic phases. Thus, the optimum production parameters for compound forging of steel-aluminum parts will be determined.

Organisation(s)
Institute of Metal Forming and Metal Forming Machines
Type
Article
Journal
Steel research international
Volume
82
Pages
1261-1265
No. of pages
5
ISSN
1611-3683
Publication date
09.05.2011
Publication status
Published
Peer reviewed
Yes
ASJC Scopus subject areas
Condensed Matter Physics, Physical and Theoretical Chemistry, Metals and Alloys, Materials Chemistry
Electronic version(s)
https://doi.org/10.1002/srin.201100055 (Access: Unknown)
 

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