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Optimization of Wear Performance of Al-Epoxy Composites Using Taguchi L9-Method

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Suhas U, Dr. K. N. Shashidhara, Dr. Raghavendra M J
» doi: 10.53555/ecb/2022.11.11.98

Abstract

Aluminum-epoxy composites have gained significant attention in various engineering applications due to their improved mechanical and tribological properties. This study focuses on investigating and optimizing the wear behavior of aluminum-epoxy composites. The composites were fabricated by incorporating aluminum particles into an epoxy matrix using a suitable manufacturing process. The wear characteristics of the composites were evaluated using a wear testing apparatus. Taguchi's method was employed to design the experiments and optimize the wear process parameters. The effects of key factors such as applied load, sliding speed, sliding distance, and percentage of aluminum particles on the wear performance were analyzed using an analysis of variance (ANOVA) table and regression analysis. The goal was to determine the optimal combination of process parameters that would minimize wear and enhance the wear resistance of the composites. Scanning electron microscopy (SEM) was used to examine the worn surfaces and investigate the wear mechanisms. The results indicated that the applied load, sliding speed, and percentage of aluminum particles significantly influenced the wear behavior of the composites. The optimized process parameters were determined to achieve the desired wear resistance properties. This study provides valuable insights into the wear behavior of aluminum-epoxy composites and offers an effective approach for optimizing the wear process parameters

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