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Module Title LM Intermetallics, Metal Matrix Composites and Ceramic Matrix Composites
SchoolMetallurgy and Materials
Department Metallurgy & Materials
Module Code 04 24365
Module Lead Prof Paul Bowen
Level Masters Level
Credits 10
Semester Semester 2
Pre-requisites
Co-requisites
Restrictions None
Contact Hours Lecture-20 hours
Practical Classes and workshops-2 hours
Guided independent study-80 hours
Total: 102 hours
Exclusions
Description This module will give a detailed analysis of the development and use of strong solids (Intermetallics and ceramics), metal matrix composites (fibre and particulate) and ceramic matrix composites (fibres and particulates) in structural applications. The principles of damage tolerance, fatigue and environmental concerns in these materials are covered. The design limitations and potential applications will be a particular focus of the module. These link to the following topics in the 2017 QAA Materials Subject Benchmark Statements:iv mechanical behaviour - elastic and plastic deformation, creep and fatigue, fracture, strengthening, toughening and stiffening mechanisms v mechanical test methods, xii materials selection - consideration of all material types, materials processing methods, and product costs
Learning Outcomes By the end of the module students should be able to:
  • Critically review the potential and limitations of current generation ceramics, CMCs, MMCs and Intermetallics for use in load bearing applications;
  • Explain micromechanisms of fracture and fatigue in ceramics, intermetallics and compositesReview critically the influence of microstructure on the fracture and fatigue resistance of titanium aluminides;
  • Describe the phenomenon of fibre bridging and how it can be optimised;
  • Discuss intrinsic materials factors and extrinsic geometrical factors that control the life of components and test pieces under fatigue loading for fibre reinforced TiMMCs;
  • Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of scientific principles and methodology necessary to underpin their education in their engineering discipline, to enable appreciation of its scientific and engineering context, and to support their understanding of relevant historical, current and future developments and technologies (SM1);
  • Understand engineering principles and the ability to apply them to analyse key engineering processes (EA1);
  • Work with information that may be incomplete or uncertain and quantify the effect of this on the design (D3);
  • Understand contexts in which engineering knowledge can be applied (eg operations and management, application and development of technology, etc) (EP1)Demonstrate knowledge of characteristics of particular materials, equipment, processes, or products (EP2);
  • Understand the use of technical literature and other information sources (EP4);
  • Demonstrate awareness of developing technologies related to own specialisation (SM4m).
Assessment 24365-01 : Coursework : Coursework (100%)
Assessment Methods & Exceptions Coursework (100%)
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