Dr. Manu Sam has attained over 10+ years of diverse academic and research experience in mechanical and materials engineering, while working in various technical and research roles like Lecturer, Consultant, Research engineer, Funding/Grant Reviewer, Laboratory Supervisor and Research Fellow. Full Biography

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Enhancement of tribological performance of centrifuge cast functionally graded Cu–10Sn–5Ni alloy with ceramic reinforcements

July 15, 2019 2:05 pm
Functional grade composites Cu–10Sn–5Ni reinforced with 10 wt%SiC and 10 wt%Al2O3, respectively, and their alloy was developed through horizontal centrifuge cast technique. Sample composites and alloy were cast at cylindrical dimensions of Φout100 × Φin70 × 100 mm. They were later subjected to tribology analysis during non-lubricated sliding. Anti-wear performance variations at inner (0–8 mm) and outer (8–15 mm) wall thicknesses...Read More
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Improvement of mechanical and tribological properties of centrifugally cast functionally graded copper for bearing applications

October 23, 2018 1:35 pm
The functionally graded Cu-11Ni-4Si/10wt%WC composite and its alloy have been synthesized using horizontal centrifugal casting technique to compare the mechanical and tribological improvement and its utility for bearings and bushes. Microstructure analysis and mechanical tests showed 43% improvement in hardness and 160% improvement in tensile strength at inner radial distances...Read More
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Development of functionally graded Cu–Sn–Ni/Al2O3 composite for bearing applications and investigation of its mechanical and wear behaviour

January 16, 2018 1:29 pm
This study investigates the mechanical and tribological properties of a functionally graded Cu–Sn–Ni/Al2O3 metal matrix composite, synthesized using horizontal centrifugal casting technique with dimension Φout100 × Φin85 × 100 mm. The microstructure was examined along radial distances at 1, 8, and 13 mm from outer periphery. Specimens were tested for tensile strength from outer (1–8 mm) and inner...Read More