Research Article

[Retracted] Comparison of Microstructure and Mechanical Properties of A356/SiC Metal Matrix Composites Produced by Two Different Melting Routes

Table 3

Properties of silicon carbide [15].

Average particle size15 µm
Melting point temperature2700°C
Hardness (Vickers)3100
Density (g/cm3)3.2
Crystal structureHexagonal