Impact of innovative reinforcement strategies on microstructure, mechanical, and wear properties of magnesium-based surface composites produced by friction stir processing

Vipul K. Patel, Harikrishnasinh Rana, Dinesh K. Patel, Vishvesh Badheka, Pradip Gajjar, Research Scholar, Gujarat Technological University, Mechanical Engineering Department, Government Engineering College, Institute of Production Technology and Systems, Leuphana University of Lüneburg, Mechanical Engineering Department, School of Technology, Pandit Deendayal Energy University, Mechanical Engineering Department, Government Engineering College

Journal of Composite Materials

Published online on July 10, 2026

Abstract

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Friction stir processing (FSP)is an effective technique for enhancing material properties by integrating reinforcing particles into a matrix. This study aims to synthesize a novel Mg-Al–Zn surface composite incorporating multiwall carbon nanotube (MWCNT) ...