ABSTRACT
The physical properties of metal matrix composites are controlled to a large extent by the structures and characteristics of the reinforcement-metal interfaces. Therefore, it will be desirable to achieve the maximum properties that can be obtained from a given composite by understanding the nature of the interface and by optimizing the structure. Several aspects of the interfacial conditions must be considered from macroscopic to microscopic viewpoints. After fabrication of a composite, the interface may have some macro-and microstructural defect structures. In most cases, reaction at a solid-solid or liquid-solid interface occurs during fabrication.
