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US 2021/0388469 A1Published application
Nano-treatment of high strength aluminum alloys for manufacturing processes
AssigneeThe Regents of the University of California
InventorsXiaochun Li, Maximilian Sokoluk
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Abstract
A metal matrix nanocomposite includes: (1) a matrix including an aluminum alloy; and (2) nanostmctures dispersed in the matrix, wherein the matrix includes grains having aspect ratios of about 3 or less. Manufacturing processes include subjecting the nanocomposite to solidification processing, fusion welding, extrusion, thixocasting, additive manufacturing, and heat treatment.
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A metal matrix nanocomposite comprising:
- a matrix including an aluminum alloy;
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- nanostructures dispersed in the matrix,
- wherein the matrix includes grains having aspect ratios of 3 or less.
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