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This paper investigates the parameters affecting the friction stir processed copper and enhancement of the mechanical properties of the composite material. The results showed that the grain size of fabricated composite reduce, also it is indicated that in comparison to base metal (copper) micro hardness of friction stir processed composites in stir zone (SZ) increase significantly. The results obtained also indicated that the selected FSP parameters significantly influence the area of surface composite by the distribution of material particles. Higher tool rotational speed and lower processing speed produce an excellent distribution of material particles and higher area of surface composite due to higher frictional heat, increased stirring and material transportation.

Keywords

Surface Composites; Process Parameters; Mechanical Properties; Friction Stir Processing of Copper

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