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Which among the following type is named when the silicon content is 12% in an aluminum alloy?(a) Eutectic(b) Hyper-eutectic(c) Hypo-eutectic(d) PearliteI got this question in exam.My query is from Engine Components in division Basic Engine Components of Automotive Engine Design |
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Answer» CORRECT OPTION is (a) Eutectic To elaborate: Aluminum alloy containing silicon when increased leads to a DECREASE in its coefficient of expansion. Presently TWO alloy with silicon content 12%(eutectic) and 22% (hyper-eutectic) are being used, which have less coefficient of expansion to that of aluminum. |
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