Recent advancements in the production of hybrid metal matrix composites (HMMC): A Review

Abstract

Industries are currently concentrating on materials that can replace monolithic metals and alloys. The transition from monolithic to advanced materials has resulted in the development novel materials. These materials have better properties than traditional ones, such as high-temperature resistance, increased specific stiffness, increased specific strength, and other mechanical and tribological properties. Metal matrix composites (MMCs) are currently gaining more attention as a critical engineering material due to their superior characteristics over monolithic materials. These MMCs have wide applications in the automotive, aerospace, defense, and marine industries. This makes them worthy of further investigation as potential alternative materials. This paper attempts to review the current advances in producing hybrid metal matrix composites (HMMCs). In addition, the article covers the impact of matrix material selection, reinforcement, and processing techniques on the production of metal matrix composites.