Development of Carbon Nanofiber Reinforced Cu Matrix Composites Using Liquid Pressing Process

액상 성형 가압법을 이용한 탄소나노섬유 강화 Cu 기지 나노 복합재료 개발

Carbon nannofiber reinforced Cu matrix composite has potential applications for electrically conducting materials having high strength and electrical conductivity. In this study, we have developed fabrication technology of the nanocomposites using a liquid pressing process. The process is to use the low pressure for infiltration of Cu melt into carbon nanofiber mat as the Cu melt is pressurized directly. The minimum pressure required for infiltration was calculated from force balance equation, permeability measurement and compaction behavior of carbon nanofiber. Also, the melting temperature and the holding time have been optimized.