| 摘要 |
An abrasive material (22) comprised of a metal matrix (26) and evenly distributed ceramic particulates (24), is made by mixing powder metal with the ceramic powder and heating to a temperature sufficient to melt most, but not all of the powder. In this way the ceramic does not float to the top of the material, yet a dense material is obtained. A nickel superalloy matrix will have at least some remnants of the original powder metal structure, typically some equiaxed grains, along with a fine dendritic structure, thereby imparting desirable high temperature strength when the abrasive material is applied to the tips of blades of gas turbine engines. Preferred matrices have a relatively wide liquidus-solidus temperature range, contain a melting point depressant, and a reactive metal to promote adhesion to the ceramic. |
