ABSTRACT
Based on the number of total articles published in journals, it is observed that Ni-CNT composites have been researched the most for non-structural applications whereas Cu-CNT and Al-CNT composites have received major attention for structural applications. Other matrices like Mg, Ti, and Si have also received some attention. Attempts have also been made to incorporate CNTs in novel materials like metallic glasses. The aim of this chapter is to provide the reader an idea of the various attempts made by researchers in the area of CNT-MMC. In this chapter, we look into specific metal-CNT systems and summarize the majority of the work carried out to date. This work has been summarized in the form of exhaustive tables for each metal-CNT system. These tables list important information for each metal-CNT system such as: (1) composite processing technique, (2) CNT dispersion method used, (3) CNT content and quality of dispersion, (4) reaction at the CNT/matrix interface, if any and (5) material properties. Since the largest intended application of the CNT-MMC is for structural purposes, most of the researchers have reported the mechanical properties of these composites.
