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Properties of Intermetallics: Presented By: RAM KRISHNA (2018UGMM075) Satya Prakash Sahoo (2018ugmm076)

This document discusses properties of intermetallic compounds. It begins by acknowledging those who helped with the project. It then introduces intermetallics as compounds composed of two or more metallic elements arranged in an ordered structure. Conditions for forming intermetallics include having at least two different elements and a distinct crystal structure from the pure components. Intermetallics are classified as stoichiometric or nonstoichiometric. General properties described include brittleness and high melting points. Several specific intermetallics and their properties and applications are discussed, such as molybdenum disilicide's use in high-temperature furnaces and copper aluminide's role in precipitation hardening of aluminum alloys.

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Properties of Intermetallics: Presented By: RAM KRISHNA (2018UGMM075) Satya Prakash Sahoo (2018ugmm076)

This document discusses properties of intermetallic compounds. It begins by acknowledging those who helped with the project. It then introduces intermetallics as compounds composed of two or more metallic elements arranged in an ordered structure. Conditions for forming intermetallics include having at least two different elements and a distinct crystal structure from the pure components. Intermetallics are classified as stoichiometric or nonstoichiometric. General properties described include brittleness and high melting points. Several specific intermetallics and their properties and applications are discussed, such as molybdenum disilicide's use in high-temperature furnaces and copper aluminide's role in precipitation hardening of aluminum alloys.

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PROPERTIES OF

INTERMETALLICS

PRESENTED BY :
RAM KRISHNA (2018UGMM075)
SATYA PRAKASH SAHOO (2018UGMM076)
CONTENT

 Acknowledgement
 Introduction
 Condition for forming intermetallic
 Classification
 General properties
 Properties of some Intermetallics
 Properties of some particular intermetallics and their applications
 References
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

WE have taken efforts in this project. However, it would not have been possible without the kind support and help of
many individuals and organisations. I would like to extend my sincere thanks to all of them.
I would like to express my gratefulness to the TEACHERS who gave me this opportunity and choose me for this
project on the topic “Properties of Intermetallics” , which also inspired me to do all the research on this particular
topic and now I can definitely say that I learnt many new things, which are possible for this wonderful project and
I’m really thankful to them.
WE ARE also very thankful to our parents and friends who helped a lot to complete this project and make the right
decision.
WE would like to express our special gratitude and thanks to industry persons for giving me such attention and time.
OUR thanks and appreciations also go to my colleague in developing the project and people who have willingly
helped me out with their abilities.
INTRODUCTION
 In a strict sense, intermetallic compounds are composed of two or more metallic elements.
 In a wider sense, they are composed of metallic and/or semi-metallic elements.
 Each is characterized by an ordered arrangement of two or more kinds of atoms, that is, the formation of a
superlattice, and have various kinds of interatomic bonding, ranging from metallic to covalent or ionic
bonding.
 The ordering of atoms and the strong interatomic bonding result in many attractive properties for intermetallic
compounds.
 Many intermetallic compounds are known to have extraordinary functions and characteristics that are not
observed in ordinary metals and alloys.
 Thus, they function as magnetic materials, superconductors, semiconductors, hydrogen absorbing alloys, shape
memory alloys, and so on.
CONDITIONS FOR FORMING INTERMETALLIC COMPOUND

 The following conditions are to be satisfied for the formation of an intermetallic compound:
• It has to be formed by at least two different elements
• It must have a different crystal structure from the one observed in the pure components
• The component element should be having opposite electrochemical nature.
 Generally , intermetallic compounds are formed when on metal having chemical properties which are strongly
metallic and the other metal having chemical properties which are weakly metallic .
 For example , Magnesium (Mg) is strong metal whereas as lead (Pb) or Tin (Sn) is a weak metal.
 They the different crystal structure and have opposite electrochemical nature . So they can combine together to form
Mg2Sn or Mg2Pb.
 Some other examples of intermetallic compounds are Mg3Sb2 , Fe3C ,Al6Mn … etc.
CLASSIFICATION
Intermetallic compounds are classified into two:
 Stoichiometric Intermetallic Compounds : They have a fixed composition. They are represented in phase diagram by a
vertical line
Examples:
• Au2Pb in Au-Pb System
• Fe3C in steels
• Mg2Pb in Mg-Pb system

 Nonstoichiometric Metallic Compounds : They have a range of composition and are sometimes called intermediate solid
solutions.
Examples:
 CuAl2 in Cu-Al system
 Mg2Al3 in Al-Mg system
 TiAl3 in Al-Ti system
GENERAL PROPERTIES

 Intermetallic compounds are brittle at room temperature 


 They have high melting points
 The intergranular fracture modes are typical of intermetallics
  They have improved ductility
 They possesses desirable magnetic, superconducting and chemical properties
 They have Low density
 They have High strength
 They have Good oxidation
 They have Creep resistance
PROPERTIES OF SOME INTERMETALLICS
PROPERTIES OF SOME PARTICULAR INTERMETALLICS AND
THEIR APPLICATIONS

1. Molybdenum disilicide (MoSi)


 This material is used for making heating elements for high temperature furnaces.
 At high temperatures (1000 to 1600°C), MoSi, shows outstanding oxidation resistance.
 At low temperatures (500°C and below), MoSi, is brittle and shows catastrophic oxidation known as pesting.
2. Copper Aluminide (CuAI)
 Precipitation of the nonstoichiometric intermetallic copper aluminide (CuAl), causes strengthening in a number of
important aluminium alloys.
 Precipitation hardening — by forming CuAI phase in a matrix, gives high strength and toughness.
 Properties:
• High strength (2119: o,, 505 - 520 MPa).
• Good creep strength at high temperature;
• High toughness at cryogenic temperature
• Good machinability.
 Applications:
• Fuel Tanks (2119)
• Pistons,rivets for aircraft constructions (2024-T4) : Al,CuMg
3. Al-Mg-Si Alloys (Mg,Si)
 Mg and Si are added in balanced amount to form Mg,Si.
 Mg+ Si (0.8-1.2%) ; Mg + Si (> 1.4%)
 Properties:
• Medium-strength structural alloys
• Readily extruded
• Colour anodized.
 Applications :
• Car bodies, Electric trains
• Structural Components
• Satellite dish
• Large water pipes
• Aircraft, Automotive
4. Platinum silicide (PtSi) :
 Properties and Applications:
 Intermetallics based on silicon (e.g., platinum silicide) play a useful role in microelectronics.
 Niobium family intermetallics:
 Certain intermetallics such as NbTi, Nb,Sn, NbZr,
 Nb,Al,and Nb,Ge are used as superconductors.
 beta Brasses (alpha + CuZn):
5. TiAl and Ni3Al (Nickel base superalloys)
 Properties:
 TiAl and Ni,Al possess good combinations of high-temperature mechanical properties and oxidation resistance up to approximately
650 - 960°C.
 Good Toughness and Corrosion resistant
 Applications:
 Aircrafts, space vehicles, rocket engines
 Industrial gas turbines (IN 738LC). ~
 Nuclear reactors, submarines.
 Steam power plants, petrochemical equipment.
 Combustion Engine Exhaust Valves
 Submarines
REFERENCES

 Donald R. Askeland, Pradeep P. Fulay, Wendelin J. Wright, The Science and Engineering of Materials, Sixth
Edition.
 Robert Cahn, Peter Haasen, Physical metallurgy, Fourth edition.
 William D.Callister, Fundamentals of Materials Science and Engineering, Fifth edition.
 Brian S.Mitchell, An introduction to Materials engineering and science, John Wiley & Sons Inc.
 Vijendra singh, Physical Metallurgy
 Lecture 4, Copper and its alloys, Suranaree university of technology.
 Lecture 6, Nickel and its alloys, Suranaree university of technology.
 Loren A. Jacobson, Physical Metallurgy_class notes
THANK YOU !!

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