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Method to produce metal matrix composite articles from alpha-beta titanium alloys

US4733816A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateDec 11, 1986
Grant dateMar 29, 1988
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Expiry dateDec 11, 2006

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC22C47/20
  • WIPO fieldMaterials, metallurgy
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A method for fabricating an improved titanium alloy composite consisting of at least one high strength/high stiffness filament or fiber embedded in an alpha-beta titanium alloy matrix which comprises the steps of providing a rapidly-solidified foil made of an alpha-beta titanium alloy, fabricating a preform consisting of alternating layers of the rapidly-solidified foil and the filamentary material, and applying heat and pressure to consolidate the preform, wherein consolidation is carried out at a temperature below the beta-transus temperature of the alloy.

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