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The failure modes expected for transitions between metal-matrix compos
ites and monolithic metals have been analysed, with special emphasis o
n aluminium-matrix (AMC) materials. The results have been displayed as
mechanism maps that identify parameter ranges within which each failu
re mode predominates: the variables are the relative dimensions and th
e material properties. Both metallurgically-bonded and mechanically-bo
nded attachments have been considered. The implementation of the maps
for strength optimization has been illustrated for AMC/Al transitions,
with emphasis on the avoidance of modes that cause abrupt (rather tha
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