Basics of Powder Metallurgy
Powder Metallurgy-Present and Future Scope: Production of components by taking initial methods in the form of powder is called as Powder Metallurgy. In this article, we will learn about the Present and Future Scope of Powder Metallurgy with its advantages and disadvantages in a detailed way. CONTENTS of Powder Metallurgy: Introduction to Powder Metallurgy(PM) What makes the Powder Metallurgy exist? Powder Metallurgy Processes Production of Powders Mixing/Blending Compaction Sintering Advantages & Dis-Advantages Markets for Powder Metallurgy components Present and Future Scope Applications of Powder Metallurgy A form of Powder Metallurgy existed in Egypt as early as 3000 B.C Used in 19thcentuary to produce Platinum and Tungsten wires. Utilized in Germany for producing Tungsten carbide cutting tools after 1stWorld war. Definition: Production of components by using initial methods in the form of powders is known as powder metallurgy. Failure o