Microstructure Characterization of In Situ Ti-TiB Metal Matrix Composites Prepared by Powder Metallurgy Process

Metal matrix composites (MMCs) are the new generation materials that combine both the metallic properties (ductility and toughness) and ceramic characteristics (high strength and modulus), leading to higher strength in shear and compression, at higher service temperatures. Titanium matrix composites possess light weight, high strength and good corrosion resistance and are used as structural materials in automobiles and aerospace industries. In the present study, in situ Ti-TiB composites were fabricated by reinforcing (2, 5, 10 and 20 wt. %) TiB2 powder (mean size