Metal matrix composites, reinforced with continuous SiC fiber, offer attractive combinations of high specific strength, specific stiffness and elevated temperature performance and are currently being considered for a range of broad prospective applications. The recent research development on SiC fiber reinforced metal matrix composite was reviewed. The key problems, solutions and application of SiC/Al, SiC/Ti, SiC/Cu, SiC/Ni composites were summarized separately. Finally, the limiting factors in the application of the metal matrix composites were point out:cost issues, interfacial problems, anisotropy of composites and lack of systematic quality estimate.
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