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NiAl intermetallic composites—a review of processing methods, reinforcements and mechanical properties

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Modern day technology demands consistent and frequent advancements in materials for specialized applications. Nickel aluminide is one of such materials with distinctive properties that make them particularly suitable for high temperature applications especially in aerospace industries. However, the lack of ambient temperature ductility of this intermetallic has greatly restricted its applicability in service. In this review, the various efforts of researchers in solving this major limitation of nickel aluminides is evaluated and summarized, with particular emphasis on reinforcement types and processing methods that have been explored over the years.

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This study received financial support from the National Research Foundation and Global Excellence and Stature at the University of Johannesburg, Johannesburg, South Africa.

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  1. Center for Nanoengineering and Tribocorrosion, School of Mining, Metallurgy and Chemical Engineering, University of Johannesburg, Johannesburg, South Africa

    Mary A. Awotunde, Olusoji O. Ayodele, Adewale O. Adegbenjo, Avwerosuoghene M. Okoro & Peter A. Olubambi

  2. Mechanical Engineering Department, The Ibarapa Polytechnic, Eruwa, Oyo State, 200005, Nigeria

    Adewale O. Adegbenjo

  3. Institute for NanoEngineering Research, Tshwane University of Technology, Pretoria, South Africa

    Mxolisi B. Shongwe

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Awotunde, M.A., Ayodele, O.O., Adegbenjo, A.O. et al. NiAl intermetallic composites—a review of processing methods, reinforcements and mechanical properties. Int J Adv Manuf Technol 104, 1733–1747 (2019). https://doi.org/10.1007/s00170-019-03984-9

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