Research progress of SiC_p/Cu composites

SiC_p/Cu particle-reinforced Cu-matrix composites are the current hotspots of the metal-ceramic composites. The main preparation methods of the SiC_p/Cu particle-reinforced composites were introduced in this paper and the advantages and disadvantages were compared. The main factors which affected the performance of the SiC_p/Cu particle-reinforced composites were analyzed, including the content of SiC_p particles, the size of SiC_p particles, and the sintering process. The existing problems of the SiC_p/Cu particle-reinforced composite materials were proposed. The selection principles of the preparation methods and processes were summarized, and the development direction was prospected.