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| Title: | Preparation and characteristics of CNT-metal composites |
| Authors: | Pityana, SL
Seleka, TS
Kruger, C
Moodley, MK
Rampedi, DL
Labuschagne, K |
| Keywords: | Carbon nanotubes
CNT-metal composites
Laser alloying
Multi-walled nanotubes
MWNT |
| Issue Date: | 2006 |
| Citation: | Pityana SL, et al. 2006. Preparation and characteristics of CNT-metal composites. Microscopy Society of Southern Africa – Proceedings, vol. 36 pp 30 |
| Abstract: | The success in keeping carbon nanotubes (CNT) bonded to stainless steel provides a possible method for the preparation of CNT-metal composites. Alternative methods for the preparation of CNT-metal composites include hot pressing, sintering, etc. In this work laser surface alloying will be used the advantage of this is that critical pre-selected areas on the surface of a high value component can be specifically targeted for reinforcement. The alloying of the CNT will be carried out with a laser beam in an inert gas environment. The role of CNT in the reinforcement of metal components will be characterised for mechanical and chemical properties. |
| URI: | http://hdl.handle.net/10204/858 |
| ISSN: | 0250-0418 |
| Appears in Collections: | Laser physics and technology
Laser materials processing
General science, engineering & technology
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