Unlocking the Potential of Phaseolus Vulgaris Particulates on AA6063 Alloy for Enhanced Mechanical, Corrosion and Opto-electrical Performance

AMMC are notable for their extensive research and unique property profiles, surpassing those of traditional solid metals.Their remarkable strength sets them apart, making them highly sought-after and versatile across diverse industries.The integration of reinforcements into AMMC boosts their properties, including increased tensile and compressive strength, improved wear resistance, reduced thermal expansion and enhanced hardness, characteristics unattainable with conventional materials.However, the use of CMC, such as SiC and Al2O3, escalates the production cost of AMMC, thereby limiting their application in various industries.In recent times, researchers have increasingly turned to natural reinforcements derived from waste sources, such as bamboo leaves, rice and palm kernel shells.However, investigations into PV potential as reinforcements for AMMC have been limited, prompting the initiation of this study.This research aimed to examine mechanical, microstructural, electrochemical and optoelectronic properties of AMMC reinforced with PVP.The study demonstrated an increase in hardness values, from 28.1 to 38.5 HRB, with 25% PVP reinforcement, and a significant reduction in CR, from 12.06 to 6.13 mm/yr.Electrical resistivity and conductivity measurements showed variations across composite samples, while microstructural analysis confirmed uniform PVP dispersion and integration within the metal matrix, alongside additional crystalline formations.