Abstract
Abstract In this study bimodal A413 matrix syntactic foams filled with ceramic hollow spheres (CHSs) were produced and examined by computer tomography (CT) and quasi-static mechanical testing to determine the mixing properties of the hollow spheres and the strength of the metal foam. Two hollow spheres of different nominal diameters (d1 = 2.4 mm and d2 = 7.0 mm) were used in equal volume ratio. The produced metal foams have a density of 1.61±0.03 g/cm3, with smaller inclusions and some defective hollow spheres in the structure. The foams have an average compressive strength of 120 MPa and a specific mechanical energy absorbing capacity of 43.5 J/cm3. As a result of the upsetting tests, the matrix material is separated from the CHSs, breaking the connection between them.
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