Effect of multidirectional forging on microstructures and tensile properties of a particulate reinforced magnesium matrix composite

► The SiCp/AZ91 composites were subjected to multidirectional forging (MDF). ► After 1 MDF pass at different temperatures, the degree of recrystallization changes. ► The particle distribution is improved until 3 MDF passes at 370 °C. ► The tensile properties of composites increase with increasing the MDF passes.