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Abstract : The electromagnetic frequency high-energy stir casting process was used to create the high-quality magnesium (Mg) dispersed with varied percentages of nano-sized B4C (0, 0.5, 1 and 1.5 wt%). The shape and distribution of Mg with nano B4C were validated by characterization research on nanocomposites utilizing energy-dispersive spectrum, scanning electron microscope and X-ray diffraction. Thermal and mechanical characteristics such as thermogravimetric analysis/differential thermal analysis and tensile strength were explored utilizing acoustic emission. During a tensile test, online monitoring using acoustic emission (AE) demonstrates a reduction in fracture development and propagation. The tensile test result exhibits that, Mg-1.5% B4C nanocomposite has a better tensile strength (σultimate = 125 MPa) than the Mg-0.5% B4C nanocomposite (σultimate = 115 MPa). AE results show that the hit begins at 26 µs for Mg-1.5% B4C nanocomposite, whereas for Mg-0.5% B4C nanocomposite, it begins at 14 µs. Thus, AE results show that an increase in B4C nanoparticles in the composites will prevent hits from occurring. The SEM and atomic force microscopy analyses were performed on the tensile-tested specimens to find the distinguishing characteristics. Owing to the inclusion of the B4C, the Mg-1.5% nano B4C composite has a longer ignition time in the thermogram of TGA and greater tensile strength than the Mg.