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🏗️ Reliability and Compressive Behavior of Al-Mg-Si Metal Matrix Composites

Metal Matrix Composites (MMCs) are gaining attention for their strength, reliability, and lightweight properties 🚀. In this study, we explored the compressive behavior and statistical reliability of Al-Mg-Si (6061) composites reinforced with varying fractions (0–8 wt.%) of Al₂O₃ and SiC ceramics, cast using graphite and steel molds ⚙️🔥.

🔍 Experimental Insights

• Compression tests were performed as per ASTM E9 standards 📏.

• Mold type mattered! Graphite molds, due to their cooling characteristics, enhanced interfacial adhesion and strength compared to steel molds.

• The composites displayed compressive strengths in the 490–523 MPa range 💪.

📊 Reliability Analysis

To assess performance consistency, we applied Weibull statistical models:

1. Two-Parameter Weibull Model

   • Graphite molds produced higher shape parameters (β) ➡️ Al₂O₃: 6.27 | SiC: 5.49.

   • Steel molds had lower β values ➡️ Al₂O₃: 4.66 | SiC: 4.79.

   • Scale parameter (η) stayed within 490–523 MPa ⚖️.

2. Frequentist Lifelines Model

   • Graphite molds again dominated with higher reliability (ρ = 7.45–9.36).

   • Scale values: 479.71–517.49 MPa 📈.

   • Efficient computation made this method practical.

3. Bayesian Modeling (PyMC)

   • Provided posterior distributions 🎯, capturing uncertainty more effectively.

   • Graphite mold composites showed superior reliability ➡️ α = 6.98 (Al₂O₃), 8.46 (SiC).

   • Scale ranged between 489.07–530.64 MPa.

   • Bayesian models offered wider reliability limits, particularly highlighting variability in SiC steel composites.

⚖️ Key Takeaways

• Graphite molds enhance both compressive strength and statistical reliability compared to steel molds.

• Weibull models confirmed the reliability behavior of composites.

• Frequentist lifelines ✅ = computational efficiency.

• Bayesian analysis 🤖 = deeper insight into variability and uncertainty.

👉 This study proves that mold material and statistical modeling approach significantly impact the reliability assessment of MMCs, making them more predictable for engineering applications in aerospace, automotive, and defense 🚘✈️🛡️.

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