Mechanical behavior of particle reinforced metal matrix composites

Metal matrix composites provide significantly enhanced properties - like hi gher strength, stiffness and weight savings - in comparison to conventional monolithic materials. Particle reinforced MMCs are attractive due to their cost-effectiveness, isotropic properties, and their ability to be processe d using similar technology used for monolithic materials. This review captu res the salient features of experimental as well as analytical and computat ional characterization of the mechanical behavior of MMCs. The main focus i s on wrought particulate rein forced light alloy matrix systems, with a par ticular emphasis on tensile, creep, and fatigue behavior.