Phase Formation Process Research Articles

INVESTIGATION OF THE PHASE FORMATION PROCESS
 DURING THE SYNTHESIS OF CERAMIC MATERIALS
 BASED ON MODIFIED YTTRIUM MANGANITE

The aim of this work is to establish the nature and sequence of phase formation processes in the synthesis of ceramic
 materials based on yttrium manganite using different manganese oxides and structure modifiers. Differential scanning calorimetry,
 X-ray phase analysis, and scanning electron microscopy were used as research methods in the work. The physicochemical
 and electrophysical properties of the obtained samples were determined. Samples of modified yttrium manganite
 were obtained by solid-phase sintering of the initial components at various temperature-time parameters of heat treatment.
 The influence of Bi2O3, CoO and TeO2 additives on the physicochemical and electrophysical properties of prototypes was
 studied. Regularities of the structure formation processes and phase composition of ceramic materials are established in
 relation to the composition of raw materials and the technological parameters of the synthesis of modified yttrium manganite.
 It has been established that the addition of oxides of the RO type contributes to a decrease in the degree of crystallization
 of the samples, as evidenced by a decrease in the intensity of the diffraction peaks of the crystalline phases. In this case,
 the qualitative composition of the phases practically does not change, but the proportion of the amorphous component in the
 structure of the material increases. Bi2O3 has the most effective modifying effect in the synthesis of yttrium manganite.
 Its addition into the composition of the raw mixture intensifies the process of formation of the yttrium manganite phase with
 a crystal size of 2–4 μm, which is confirmed by the results of DSC, XRD, and electron microscopy. The intensification of the
 crystallization process due to the addition of bismuth oxide is explained by the developed mechanism of liquid-phase sintering
 and the formation of a significant number of crystallization centers. The developed ceramic materials based on modified
 yttrium manganite have a set of electrophysical characteristics that make it possible to recommend them for the manufacture
 of various elements of electronic technology.

Phase Formation and Properties of Multicomponent Solid Solutions Based on Ba(Ti, Zr)O3 and AgNbO3 for Environmentally Friendly High-Efficiency Energy Storage

This paper investigates the processes of phase formation of solid solutions of (1 − x)BaTi0.85Zr0.15O3 − xAgNbO3 where x = 0, 0.03, 0.06, 0.09. The optimal temperatures of synthesis and sintering are determined. From the results of X-ray diffraction analysis, it follows that all solid solutions have a perovskite-type structure. Analysis of the microstructure showed that the average grain size decreases at concentrations x = 0.03 and 0.06. Correlations between the cationic composition and dielectric characteristics of the studied solid solutions have been established. The values of the total stored energy and efficiency are determined. The maximum stored energy was found for a solid solution with x = 0.03 and amounted to 0.074 J∙cm−3 with an efficiency of 76.5%.

The ferroelectric orthorhombic phase formation of Hf0.5Zr0.5O2 thin films on (−201) β-Ga2O3 substrate by atomic layer deposition

The orthorhombic (O) phase formation process of Hf0.5Zr0.5O2 (HZO) thin films on Ga2O3 substrate is demonstrated. As deposited HZO thin film has the O and tetragonal (T) phases together with an amorphous phase and post-metallization annealing suppresses the crystallization into the T phase and promotes the O phase compared to annealing without a top electrode. Positive-up-negative-down measurement reveals that remanent polarization for the downwards (accumulation side) only originates from the ferroelectricity in HZO films on Ga2O3 substrate. Using normal capacitance–voltage (C–V) measurements, a clear capacitance change from accumulation to depletion was observed. However, the C–V results also show clockwise hysteresis by charge injection from the semiconductor. High-speed C–V measurements at a voltage sweep frequency above 3 Hz show counterclockwise hysteresis, and hysteresis width saturates as the applied voltage increases. Based on these results, HZO thin films with O phase on Ga2O3 substrates have ferroelectricity.

Features of the Phase Formation of Cr/Mn/Fe/Co/Ni/Cu Codoped Bismuth Niobate Pyrochlore

The phase formation process of Bi2Cr1/6Mn1/6Fe1/6Co1/6Ni1/6Cu1/6Nb2O9+Δ containing 3d-ions of transition elements in equimolar quantities was studied in a wide temperature range (400–1050 °C). The complex oxide crystallizes in the structural type of pyrochlore (sp. gr. Fd-3m:2, a = 10.4937(2) Å). The investigation of the multi-element pyrochlore phase formation process showed that the synthesis goes through a series of successive stages, during which the transition from Bi-rich to Bi-depleted compounds takes place. The predecessor of the pyrochlore phase is bismuth orthorhombic modification orthoniobate (α-BiNbO4) with an equimolar ratio of Bi(III)/Nb(V) ions. The pyrochlore phase is formed as a result of bismuth orthoniobate doping with transition element ions. The complex oxides Bi14CrO24, Bi25FeO40, BiNbO4, and Bi5Nb3O15 appeared as intermediate phases during the synthesis. The interaction between the initial oxide precursors is fixed at temperatures above 500 °C. The phase transition of α-Bi2O3 into β-Bi2O3 near 500 °C is observed. Varying the heat treatment duration at each synthesis step did not qualitatively change the phase composition of the sample but had an effect on the quantitative phase ratio. Phase-pure pyrochlore of the given composition by solid-phase synthesis method can be obtained at a temperature no lower than 1050 °C. Ceramics are characterized by low-porous dense microstructure with blurred outlines of grain boundaries.

Mineral evolution mechanism of Zinc-slag during high-temperature reactive process

The mineral transformation mechanism, microstructure evolution and chemical reactivity of Zinc-slag sintered at 1350–1550 °C for 10–60 min were systematically studied using Fe2O3, Al2O3, SiO2, CaO, MgO and ZnO as raw simulation materials. The molar ratio, sintering temperature and duration could affect the ions diffusion and migration in molten state attributing to the acid-base equilibrium and the energy of atomic thermal motion, and then influence the phase formation and transition process. Meanwhile, the FactSage software was used to calculate the equilibrium polyphase diagram for predicting the phase transformation mechanism of non-equilibrium system, while the Si4+ and Al3+ react with Ca2+ easily due to the tetrahedral structure. The phase composition of Zinc-slag contains Ca2Al2SiO7, Ca3(Si3O9), ZnFe2O4, Fe2O3, SiO2 and Fe when sintered at 1500 °C for 60 min, and it also has the optimal Zinc recovery efficiency of 91% with 1.2 mol/L H2SO4 and 0.04 mol/L H2S2O8 attributing to the large layer spacing and uniform distribution of ZnFe2O4. The lime sinter process with acid-leaching technology is beneficial to effectively improve the utilization rate of Zinc-slag, and it also could provide a strategy to solve the environmental pollution problem caused by industrial waste slag.

Effects of chemical composition on lightweight aggregates produced from contaminated soil: Phase regulation, immobilization mechanism and leaching prediction

Contaminated soil induces serious environmental risk due to the presence of hazardous components. The preparation of lightweight aggregate (LWA) is a widely accepted technique to treat contaminated soil. This study investigated the effect of contaminated soil composition on the physical properties and immobilization of heavy metals (Cu, Cr, Pb and Ni) of LWA. Phase regulation, immobilization mechanism and leaching prediction of LWA were analyzed. Results showed that SiO2 and Al2O3 were detrimental to the bloating performance of LWA, whereas fluxing components (Fe2O3, Na2O, K2O, CaO, and MgO) are all conducive. Fluxing components can bring more liquid phase, resulting in a lower density of LWA. The addition of Fe2O3 facilitated the immobilizing Cu and Cr owing to the formation of spinel phases, such as (Mg,Cu)(Fe,Ni)2O4 and Fe(Cr,Al)2O4. Glassy phase could encapsulate heavy metals remarkably, while the high content of fluxing components was unfavorable to the immobilization of Cu and Ni. As network modifiers, Cu and Ni could participate in the formation process of glassy phase, and get encapsulated by liquid phase from fluxing components. Based on the leaching results of Cu, Cr, Pb, and Ni, leaching prediction of LWA was conducted by characteristic indexes and Riley's phase diagram. This research could guide the manufacturing process and leaching control of LWA recovered from contaminated soil.

Synthesis of wollastonite ceramics using calciumcontaining lime production waste

Compositions of ceramic masses for the production of wollastonite-containing ceramics with the use of calciumcontaining lime production waste have been developed. The prototypes were synthesized on the basis of waste in the form of cyclone dust formed during the production of lime and chalk. The conditions and the possibility of using calcium-containing waste to produce wollastonite-containing ceramics are determined, their influence on sintering and phase formation processes is established, the possibility of forming the required crystalline phase at lower firing temperatures is shown, physico-chemical characteristics are determined, the relationship between the indicators of physico-technical and thermophysical properties and the firing temperature is established. The research results can be used for the production of ceramic products based on wollastonite using natural and man-made raw materials.

Nb Phase Position Marking for Clarifying the Formation Process of Cu-Al Composite Interfacial Phases in Continuous Composite Casting

Cu-Al composites are widely applied materials exhibiting advanced properties of both matrix metals. Controlling the brittle interfacial phases is a key factor in improving the interfacial strength of Cu-Al composites. This paper studied the interfacial formation process of Cu-Al composites fabricated by continuous composite casting. The phase formation sequence, growth direction and formation mechanism were clarified via element marking and thermodynamic calculations. The spatial distribution of the interfacial phases from the aluminum side to the copper side is as follows: the α + θ layer (α-Al + CuAl2), the θ layer (CuAl2) and the γ layer (Cu9Al4). Moreover, insular η phases (CuAl) and δ phases (Cu3Al2) exist in the γ phase sublayer. The formation sequence of interfacial phases is as follows: the θ phase, the η phase, the δ phase and the γ phase. The θ layer and α + θ layer are transformed from a liquid diffusion layer formed by scouring the surface of copper with liquid aluminum, the η and δ phases grow towards the θ layer and the γ phase simultaneously grows towards both the copper matrix and the θ layer.

ИССЛЕДОВАНИЕ ВЛИЯНИЯ КОНЦЕНТРАЦИИ СПЕКАЮЩЕЙ ДОБАВКИ НА ТЕМПЕРАТУРУ И ПРОЦЕСС ФАЗООБРАЗОВАНИЯ В АЛЮМОМАГНИЕВОЙ ШПИНЕЛИ

This paper presents the results of studying the influence of the concentration of the sintering additive, gallium oxide, on the temperature and the process of phase formation. The microstructure of MgAl2O4 with a sintering additive is shown. A decrease in the temperature of formation of solid solutions in the system of magnesium aluminate spinel — gallium oxide with an increase in the concentration of the additive has been established. The crystal lattice parameters were determined for each of the studied compositions.

SYNTHESIS OF WOLLASTONITE-CONTAINING CERAMICS FROM NATURAL RAW MATERIALS OF THE REPUBLIC OF BELARUS

Compositions of ceramic masses for obtaining wollastonite-containing ceramics using domestic carbonate and siliceous raw materials were developed. The features of the formation of the structure and phase composition of synthesized ceramic materials in connection with the physicochemical properties and operational characteristics were established. The influence of a mineralizing additive (naturally occurring wollastonite) on the processes of sintering and phase formation was determined, the relationship between the physical-technical and thermophysical properties, the firing temperature and the amount of additive introduced was revealed. The results of the research are of theoretical and practical interest in organizing the production of refractory products based on wollastonite.

Study of the Phase Formation Processes and Their Influence on the Change in the Optical and Shielding Characteristics of 0.25ZnO–0.25Al2O3–0.25WO3–0.25Bi2O3 Ceramics

The phase formation processes in 0.25ZnO–0.25Al2O3–0.25WO3–0.25Bi2O3 ceramics with variation in the thermal annealing temperature were evaluated in this study. According to the obtained data on the phase composition dependent on the annealing temperature, the phase transformation dynamics, which can be written in the form of ZnO/Bi2O3/WO3/Al2O3 → ZnBi38O60/ZnO/Bi2WO6/WO3 → Bi2Al4O9/ZnBi38O60/Bi2WO6/ZnO/WO3 → ZnWO4/Bi2WO6/ZnAl2O4/ZnO → ZnWO4/Bi2WO6/ZnAl2O4 → Bi2WO6/ZnWO4/ZnAl2O4 → ZnAl2O4/Bi2WO6/Bi2W2O9, were established. It has been found that the formation of phases of complex oxides of the ZnWO4, Bi2WO6 and Bi2W2O9 types in the composition of ceramics leads to an increase in the density of ceramics up to 8.05–8.10 g/cm3, which positively affects the shielding efficiency and strength characteristics. According to the data on the change in strength characteristics, it was found that a change in the density of ceramics from 6.3 to 8.05–8.10 g/cm3 leads to strengthening and an increase in the crack resistance of ceramics by 75–80%, which indicates a high strength of ceramics and their increased resistance to external influences. As shown by the evaluation of the shielding characteristics, an increase in the density of ceramics due to a phase composition change leads to an increase in the shielding efficiency and a decrease in gamma intensity by a factor of 3–3.5. At the same time, on the base of the data presented, it can be concluded that ceramics obtained in the range of 900–1100 °C have both high shielding characteristics and high strength and resistance to external influences.

Thermokinetic study of intermetallic phase formation in an Al/Cu multilayer thin film system

The solid-state reaction process in a multilayer thin film system (Al/Cu)50 has experimentally been studied using the methods of simultaneous thermal analysis (STA) and in situ electron diffraction. A detailed kinetic analysis of the phase formation processes during the solid-state reaction has shown that the observed solid-state transformations can be described by a statistically significant kinetic model where each stage corresponds to the reaction of the n-th order with autocatalysis. The low-temperature stage has been demonstrated to be attributable to the formation of the θ-Al2Cu phase, with the medium-temperature and high-temperature ones corresponding to the α2-AlCu3 and γ1-Al4Cu9 phases, respectively. The kinetic parameters for the formation of the phases θ-Al2Cu, α2-AlCu3 and γ1-Al4Cu9 have been determined. It has been shown that the kinetic model describing the solid-state reaction in the Al–Cu multilayer thin film system is in best agreement with the experimental data in the case of a competition between the formation stages of the α2-AlCu3 and γ1-Al4Cu9 phases.

Influence of polymer and inorganic modifiers on the process of phase formation in potassium sulfate saturated solutions

The process of potassium sulfate crystallization from aqueous solutions in the presence of organic modifiers containing phosphonic, phosphate, sulfonic, sulfate and carboxyl functional groups has been studied. It is shown that the introduction of organic substances has an inhibitory effect on the formation of potassium sulfate crystals. Modifiers containing sulfonic, sulfate and phosphonic functional groups have the greatest inhibitory effect. The effectiveness of modifiers containing carboxyl groups is significantly lower. The formation of stable supersaturated solutions of potassium sulfate is achieved by introducing organic modifiers in an amount of 0.25 – 0.50%.

CsVO<sub>3</sub>–Cs<sub>2</sub>MoO<sub>4</sub>–Cs<sub>2</sub>O TRINARY OXIDE SYSTEM

The aim of this paper is a physicochemical analysis of phase formation processes in the trinary oxide system CsVO3–Cs2MoO4–Cs2O. The given system was studied using a complex of methods of physico-chemical analysis, in particular, differential thermal analysis (DTA), visual polythermal analysis (VPTA), X-ray phase analysis (XRPA) and synchronous thermal analysis STA 409 PC Luxx by Netsch company. As a result, the nature of the phase reactions of the CsVO3–Cs2MoO4–Cs2O interaction in the melts of the system was revealed, the results of seventeen internal sections were studied on the basis of which the melting diagram of the system was constructed, the fields of crystallizing phases were outlined. It is established that in the triple oxide system, according to the thermochemical and structural analysis of topology and phase formation, an unlimited consistency of high-temperature modifications is realized.

A Review of Calcium Ferrite in Sintering of Iron Ore and The Effect of Gangue Composition on Its Formation

In this paper, published studies on the bonding phase of calcium ferrite are reviewed. As the main bonding phase of high-basicity sinter, calcium ferrite has the advantages of high strength, good reducibility and easy formation of liquid phase. In particular, we emphasize the formation process of calcium ferrite phases, especially Silico-Ferrite of Calcium and Aluminum(‘SFCA’), and the influence of common gangue components (Al2O3, SiO2, MgO) on its formation. Based on the critical analysis of the current data, some deficiencies in this field are put forward and the research directions we think will be key in this field in the future are attached, so as to improve the theories related to calcium ferrite in iron ore sintering. The relevant results provide theoretical basis for understanding the formation process of calcium ferrite and producing high quality sinter.

Nitrogen as An Anionic Center/Dopant for Next‐Generation High‐Performance Lithium/Sodium‐Ion Battery Electrodes: Key Scientific Issues, Challenges and Perspectives

AbstractThe rapid progress of lithium‐ion batteries (LIBs) and sodium‐ion batteries (SIBs) have extensively promoted the rechargeable battery technology in the fields of electric vehicles and grid scale energy storage systems. With recent highly effective nitrogen doping strategy in terms of improving the overall electrochemical performance in various sorts of battery systems, the bulk N doping/substitution lays on the core innovations toward structural manipulation toward higher ionic conductivity, elevated reversible working plateau, etc. However, the key scientific and practical issues such as the phase formation process, phase transition kinetics, valence change and anionic/cationic physical/chemical behaviors still leave open questions in the direction of their real applications in the next‐generation battery technology. In light of this, a timely and in‐depth perspective is provided on the development of the bulk N doping/substitution strategy of these high‐performance electrodes of LIBs/SIBs adapting nitrogen as anionic center/dopant. Both the variations of phase and structural constitutions, alkali ion storage mechanism, electrochemical change, and the alkali ion kinetics, which are the key scientific parts for the future explorations of these novel and promising electrodes are highlighted. The most urgent and critical commercial obstacles or challenges towards cost‐efficiency synthetic approach without excessive environmental pollutions are also outlined. With the participation of nitrogen in bulk crystals , the overall specific energy density of next‐generation alkali ion batteries will be reasonably promoted and accelerated in the near future.

Effect of configurational entropy on phase formation, structure, and magnetic properties of deeply substituted strontium hexaferrites

Solid solutions based on SrFe 12 O 19 strontium hexaferrite with deep (up to at.67%) co-substitution of triply charged Fe 3+ iron cations by triply charged diamagnetic Al 3+ aluminum, Ga 3+ gallium, and In 3+ indium cations, as well as by paramagnetic Co 3+ cobalt and Cr 3+ chromium cations, were obtained by conventional ceramic technology. This type of substitution leads to the formation of high-entropy phases. The phase composition of the obtained samples was studied by powder X-ray diffraction. The configurational mixing entropy was calculated for all the obtained samples, and its influence on the processes of phase formation was studied. The unit cell parameters are calculated and their dependences on the 〈r B 〉 average ionic radius of the iron sub-lattice are plotted. The average grain size varied within 2–5 μm. The field and temperature properties of the magnetization of the obtained samples were studied. The M s saturation magnetization is determined using the Law of Approach to Saturation. The M r residual magnetization, SQR loop squareness and H c coercivity are also determined. Based on the obtained data, the k magnetic crystallographic anisotropy coefficient and the H a anisotropy field are calculated. All the obtained and calculated values are plotted depending on the 〈r B 〉 average ionic radius of the iron sub-lattice. All plotted dependencies are non-linear. The T mo magnetic ordering and T f freezing temperatures are obtained from the ZFC and FC magnetization data. The cluster nature of the magnetic behavior for all the samples is revealed. The average cluster diameter reaches ∼ 400 nm. The interpretation of the magnetic properties is made taking into account the effect of high configurational mixing entropy and magnetic dilution of the iron sub-lattice.

Composite Cement Materials Based on β-Tricalcium Phosphate, Calcium Sulfate, and a Mixture of Polyvinyl Alcohol and Polyvinylpyrrolidone Intended for Osteanagenesis

The primary purpose of the study, presented in this article, was to obtain a composite cement material intended for osteanagenesis. The β-tricalcium phosphate powder (β-TCP, β-Ca3(PO4)2) was obtained by the liquid-phase method. Setting and hardening of the cement system were achieved by adding calcium sulfate hemihydrate (CSH, CaSO4·1/2H2O). An aqueous solution of polyvinyl alcohol (PVA), polyvinylpyrrolidone (PVP), and a PVA/PVP mixture were used as a polymer component. The methods of capillary viscometry and Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR) revealed the formation of intermolecular hydrogen bonds between polymer components, which determines the good miscibility of polymers. The physicochemical properties of the synthesized materials were characterized by X-ray diffraction (XRD) and FTIR methods, and the added amount of polymers does not significantly influence the processes of phase formation and crystallization of the system. The size of crystallites CSD remained in the range of 32-36 nm, regardless of the ratio of polymer components. The influence of the composition of composites on their solubility was investigated. In view of the lower solubility of pure β-TCP, as compared to calcium sulfate dihydrate (CSD, CaSO4·2H2O), the solubility of composite materials is determined to a greater degree by the CSD solubility. Complexometric titration showed that the interaction between PVA and PVP impeded the diffusion of calcium ions, and at a ratio of PVA to PVP of 1/1, the smallest exit of calcium ions from the system is observed. The cytotoxicity analysis results allowed us to establish the fact that the viability of human macrophages in the presence of the samples varied from 80% to 125% as compared to the control.

Efficiency of magnesium ions removal from water in processes of its mitigation

Significant concentrations of calcium and magnesium ions in natural waters force the majority of domestic drinking and energy waters to undergo preliminary softening. Therefore, mitigation technologies are becoming particularly acute today, and research in this field is increasing every year. Since water hardness is determined by the total content of calcium and magnesium ions, these elements are the focus of such research. 
 Traditionally, it is believed that calcium ions are the first to be removed, and magnesium ions are less likely to form a solid phase. However, the effectiveness of softening technology depends equally on both cations. Therefore, sufficient attention should also be paid to magnesium ions. Sodium phosphate is considered a promising reagent in this direction. Its use in the processes of removing calcium ions allows to ensure the residual hardness of water at the level of 0.1 - 0.2 mg-eq/dm3 in a wide range of temperatures and hydrogen index. Detailed studies of the use of sodium phosphate in the processes of removing magnesium ions showed its insufficient efficiency. 
 The effectiveness of soda-sodium softening allows to ensure at pH 11.0 - 11.5 the residual hardness of water at the level of 0.4 - 0.6 mg-eq/dm3. But the need to adjust the hydrogen index and the high consumption of reagents make this technology unsuitable for widespread use. The determining factor in water softening processes using phosphate ions is the ratio between the concentrations of phosphate ions and magnesium ions K = [PO43-, mg-eq] / [Mg2+, mg-eq]. Taking into account the strict requirements of current regulatory documents for the content of phosphates in treated waters, it is desirable to carry out the treatment with stoichiometric ratios of reagents for a more complete reaction between the components. The advantage of sodium phosphate as a reagent for removing magnesium ions can be considered the fact that in the pH range of 3.16 - 10.07 at K = 1, the residual hardness ranges from 1.8 to 3.4 mg-eq/dm3. At the same time, the minimum value of the residual stiffness was recorded at the level of 0.75 mg-eq/dm3 at pH 10.07 and K = 2. As the pH decreases, a stable decrease in efficiency is observed, although it is not very significant. Thus, during the transition from an alkaline to an acidic medium, the residual concentration of magnesium ions increases by a factor of 2, regardless of the value of the coefficient K. Similar trends persist in the case of a change in the initial hardness of water. The biggest difference is observed at values ​​of K ≤ 1, which is explained by the deficiency of phosphate anions and the impossibility of forming a solid phase of stoichiometric composition. However, even with a stoichiometric ratio of reactants (K = 1), the residual hardness of treated water is quite significant and ranges from 2.5 to 3 mg-eq/dm3. A further increase in the dose of sodium phosphate allows to slightly reduce the residual hardness of the treated water. Thus, the minimum residual hardness of treated water at K = 2.0 is fixed at the level of 0.7 mg-eq/dm3 with an initial hardness of 22.9 mg-eq/dm3. An increase in the residual hardness of the treated water with a decrease in its initial hardness was also noted. This situation is caused, in our opinion, by a significant increase in the mass of the solid phase and an increase in pH with an increase in the dose of sodium phosphate. 
 A significant advantage of sodium phosphate as a precipitator of calcium ions is the fact that the temperature of the water practically does not affect the efficiency of the process in a wide range of temperatures. This trend is also characteristic of magnesium ions. In the temperature range of 5 - 70 °C, the softening efficiency remains stable. Moreover, the solid phase is formed immediately after draining the solutions. If we take into account the high efficiency of phosphates in removing calcium ions, then in general, the use of phosphates for softening water can be permissible, provided that the formed solid phase is completely separated from the water. Detailed studies of the efficiency of separation of magnesium phosphate particles by settling or filtering are as important as the processes of solid phase formation.

Thermodynamics of the effect of alloying on phase formation during crystallization of aluminum matrix composites with exogenous reinforcement

A thermodynamic assessment of the effect of alloying elements (Si, Mg, Cu, Ti) on phase formation processes during the production and liquid-phase processing of cast aluminum matrix composite materials with exogenous reinforcement (Al–SiC, Al–B4C) was carried out. It was shown that without suppressing Al–Si–C and Al4C3 carbide formation in the range of carbon concentrations from 0 to 4.5 wt.%, the equilibrium phase composition of Al–SiC composites in the solid state at 423 to 575 °C lies in the (Al) + Si + Al4SiC4 three-phase region, and the Al4SiC4 ternary carbide is replaced by the Al8SiC7 compound at a temperature below 423 °C. SiC and B4C phases in Al–SiC–Cu and Al–B4C–Cu systems are stable in the entire crystallization range and do not interact with aluminum or copper. In the Al–SiC–Mg system, the crystallization of composites containing more than 0.58 wt.% magnesium ends in the (Al) + Al3Mg2 + SiC + Mg2Si four-phase region. In the Al–SiC–Ti system, the end of crystallization is observed in the (Al) + Al3Ti + SiC three-phase region. In the Al–B4C system, once Al4C3 phase formation is suppressed, aluminum borides are formed with a deviation from the concentrations of elements providing 10 vol.% B4C towards boron increase and free carbon is formed with a deviation towards boron decrease. Under equilibrium conditions, Al–B4C–Si system crystallization ends in the (Al) + B4C + AlB12 + Al8SiC7 four-phase region (at a silicon content of up to 0.67 wt.%, and in the (Al) + Si + AlB12 + Al8SiC7 region at a higher silicon content. In the Al–B4C–Ti system, crystallization ends in the (Al) + TiB2 + B4C three-phase region at a titanium content of less than 0.42 wt.%.