Abstract Scope |
Results are presented for direct production of complex metallic systems based on Fe, Cr, Co, Ni, Cu, Zn, V, Nb, Mo, Sn, Sb, Ta, W, Ag and Al. The synthesis method provides for a mixture of precursor metal chlorides to be reacted exothermically with Al under conditions of controlled reaction rates and exothermic heat generation, and leading to synthesis of alloy powders in one step. Alloying additives such as C, B, Si and Ti can be included. The approach is suitable for synthesis of a large number of alloys and can be a versatile mean for developing new alloy compositions. Results are presented for synthesis of INCONEL and MONEL alloys. |