Mechanical behavior in the silicon carbide reinforced aluminum 6061 composites degraded by room or high temperature 3.5% NaCl solution

The mechanical properties of the SiCp/Al and AA6061 degraded by neutral 3.5% NaCl solution at room temperature (23 degree Celsius) and high temperature (100 degree Celsius) are investigated. Fracture surface and surface of the samples before and after immersion corrosion test are examined by an optical and scanning electron microscopes.