Embodiments of the present invention provide a method of forming a component comprising: providing a sleeve member formed from a metal matrix composite material; and casting a cast portion of the component whereby at least a portion of the cast portion is provided within the sleeve member. Embodiments of the invention have the advantage that a component of increased stiffness may be fabricated compared with a cast component not comprising the sleeve member. The component may be formed to be of greater stiffness and reduced weight compared with a component of comparable strength and stiffness formed from a material such as steel.


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    Title :

    Sleeve member and method of casting


    Contributors:

    Publication date :

    2015-10-28


    Type of media :

    Patent


    Type of material :

    Electronic Resource


    Language :

    English


    Classification :

    IPC:    B22D CASTING OF METALS , Gießen von Metallen / B60G VEHICLE SUSPENSION ARRANGEMENTS , Radaufhängungen und Federungen für Fahrzeuge



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