Fabrication of Pressureless Sintered β-Sialon-ZrO2 Composites

2011 ◽  
Vol 284-286 ◽  
pp. 335-338
Author(s):  
Jian Zhang ◽  
Jing Long Bu ◽  
Rong Lin Wang ◽  
Zhi Fa Wang
Keyword(s):  
Thermal Expansion ◽  
Phase Composition ◽  
Thermal Expansion Coefficient ◽  
Bending Strength ◽  
Raw Materials ◽  
Pressureless Sintering ◽  
Lower Thermal Expansion ◽  
Z Value ◽  
Bonding Phase

β-sialon-ZrO2composites with Si5AlON7 or Si4Al2O2N6 bonding phase were prapared in N2 atmosphere at 1550°C with Si, Al2O3, AlN and ZrO2 (Ca) as raw materials by reaction in situ pressureless sintering. Effect of Z value and content of β-sialon batch on its sintering performance, phase composition, microstructure, and thermal expansion character were investigated. Results showed that the phase of Si5AlON7 was formed in samples with β-sialon designing Z=1, and phases of Si5AlON7 and Si4Al2O2N6 were formed in samples with β-sialon designed Z=2 and β-sialon designed Z=3, respectively and Bending strength of samples increase with content of β-sialon batch. When content of β-sialon batch equals 10wt%, 15wt% and 15% respectively, the samples with β-sialon designed Z=1, Z=2, and Z=3 have lower apparent porosity, microstructure of homogeneous and compact and lower thermal expansion coefficient, respectively.

In Situ Formation of Mullite-Al2O3 Refractory Ceramic from Al-Matrix Mixtures

2014 ◽  
Vol 602-603 ◽  
pp. 628-631
Author(s):  
Xing Yong Gu ◽  
Ping Li ◽  
Wei Xia Dong ◽  
Ting Luo
Keyword(s):  
Thermal Expansion ◽  
Bulk Density ◽  
Thermal Expansion Coefficient ◽  
Expansion Coefficient ◽  
Bending Strength ◽  
Potential Effect ◽  
Apparent Porosity ◽  
Mullite Phase ◽  
Two Samples

Two types of mullite-Al2O3 composites were designed and sintered in situ from different composition containing Al composites e.g. kaolin, alumina hydroxide and calcined bauxite etc, and auxiliary additives. The phase composition and microstructure were studied using X-ray diffraction (XRD) and scanning electron microscope (SEM) techniques. Bulk density, apparent porosity, thermal expansion coefficient and bending strength were also measured. The two samples exhibited XRD reflections characteristic of alumina and mullite phases. The amount of these phases depended on starting batch compositions, and reaction of starting and auxiliary materials together to form mullite. Because of in-situ formation of mullite fiber, the bulk density and bending strength were improved and apparent porosity was decreased for the composites with uniform microstructure. The presence of high mullite phase was found to decrease the thermal expansion coefficient. The potential effect of these morphologies and phase on properties was discussed. These mullite-Al2O3 composite was expected to have major applications in the areas of refractory material.

Effect of WO3 on the Performances of Cordierite Ceramics Synthesized by Using Kyanite as Raw Materials

2018 ◽  
Vol 281 ◽  
pp. 99-104
Author(s):  
Meng Li Qin ◽  
Xi Tang Wang ◽  
Zhou Fu Wang ◽  
Yan Ma ◽  
Hao Liu
Keyword(s):  
Thermal Expansion ◽  
Phase Composition ◽  
Thermal Expansion Coefficient ◽  
Expansion Coefficient ◽  
Intermediate Phase ◽  
Raw Materials ◽  
Low Thermal Expansion ◽  
Cordierite Ceramics ◽  
The Right

In order to synthesize cordierite ceramics with low thermal expansion coefficient and good properties, in our work, the cordierite ceramics were prepared by using talc, natural containing zirconium kyanite, common kyanite and industrial Al2O3 as raw materials, introducing the right amount of WO3 (introducing tungsten acid) as catalyst. The effects of the introduced WO3 on the phase composition, sintering characters, microstructure and thermal expansion coefficient of the cordierite ceramics were investigated. The results show that the introduction of WO3 can eliminate the intermediate phase magnesia-alumina spinel and promote the formation of cordierite; the as-prepared cordierite ceramics synthesized by using natural containing zirconium kyanite as raw materials have high densification degree and low thermal expansion coefficient (1.53×10-6/°C, Rt~1000 °C).

Preparation and Characterization of Nb2O5-Al2O3 System Ceramics with Different Al2O3 Additions

2013 ◽  
Vol 544 ◽  
pp. 60-63 ◽  
Author(s):  
Xiao Zhen Zhang ◽  
Jian Er Zhou ◽  
Yu Hua Jiang ◽  
Chun Rong Wu ◽  
Chuan Ying Lin
Keyword(s):  
Thermal Expansion ◽  
Phase Composition ◽  
Binary System ◽  
Monoclinic Phase ◽  
Bending Strength ◽  
Raw Materials ◽  
Reaction Sintering ◽  
Strength Measurement ◽  
Low Thermal Expansion

The Nb2O5-Al2O3 binary system ceramics were prepared by high temperature solid state reaction sintering, using Nb2O5 and Al2O3 micro powder as the raw materials. The samples were characterized by XRD, SEM, thermodilatometric analysis and mechanical strength measurement. The influences of Al2O3 content on the phase composition, microstructure, thermal expansion properties and bending strength were investigated. Results show the samples shows obvious changes in phase composition and microstructure with the addition of Al2O3 from 2.5% to 15%. The pure Nb2O5 ceramic is composed of monoclinic phase Nb2O5, while different monoclinic aluminum niobates were formed with different Al2O3 additions. Obvious microcracking can be observed for the samples without and with 2.5% and 7.5% Al2O3 additions. The addition of Al2O3 leads to significant increase of bending strength, and all the samples keep relatively low thermal expansion coefficient (TEC). The Nb2O5-Al2O3 binary system ceramics with ultra low TEC (0.55~0.86×10-6°C-1) and improved bending strength (50.4~70.6MPa) could be obtained with the addition of 7.5~15% Al2O3 when sintered at 1390°C for 2h.

Preparation and Performance of AlN-ZrO2 Multiphase Material

2008 ◽  
Vol 368-372 ◽  
pp. 778-780
Author(s):  
Rong Lin Wang ◽  
Zhi Fa Wang ◽  
Jing Long Bu ◽  
Li Fang Zhang
Keyword(s):  
Thermal Expansion ◽  
Thermal Expansion Coefficient ◽  
Expansion Coefficient ◽  
Bending Strength ◽  
Raw Materials ◽  
Diffusion Reaction ◽  
Al Content ◽  
N2 Atmosphere ◽  
And Performance ◽  
And Diffusion

AlN-ZrO2 composites were prepared by solid state reaction in N2 atmosphere at 1500°C for 4h with PSZ and Al powders as raw materials. Effects of Al content on performance of the composites and the process of nitriding reaction were investigated. The results showed that surface layer reaction of samples happened between 450°C and 765°C, and diffusion reaction happened between 765°C and 1500°C. With increasing of Al content, thermal expansion coefficient decreased, bending strength increased, thermal shock resistance and oxidization resistance were improved. Finally, bending strength of 73.61 MPa and thermal expansion coefficient of 6.06×10-6 /°C were realized for AlN-ZrO2 composites.

scholarly journals Effect of Sintering Temperature on Microstructure and Mechanical Properties of Hot-Pressed Fe/FeAl2O4 Composite

Crystals ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (4) ◽  
pp. 422
Author(s):  
Kuai Zhang ◽  
Yungang Li ◽  
Hongyan Yan ◽  
Chuang Wang ◽  
Hui Li ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
Bending Strength ◽  
Sintering Temperature ◽  
Raw Materials ◽  
Hot Press ◽  
Microstructure And Mechanical Properties ◽  
Powder Particles ◽  
Hot Press Sintering ◽  
Sintering Method

An Fe/FeAl2O4 composite was prepared with Fe-Fe2O3-Al2O3 powder by a hot press sintering method. The mass ratio was 6:1:2, sintering pressure was 30 MPa, and holding time was 120 min. The raw materials for the powder particles were respectively 1 µm (Fe), 0.5 µm (Fe2O3), and 1 µm (Al2O3) in diameter. The effect of sintering temperature on the microstructure and mechanical properties of Fe/FeAl2O4 composite was studied. The results showed that Fe/FeAl2O4 composite was formed by in situ reaction at 1300 °C–1500 °C. With the increased sintering temperature, the microstructure and mechanical properties of the Fe/FeAl2O4 composite showed a change law that initially became better and then became worse. The best microstructure and optimal mechanical properties were obtained at 1400 °C. At this temperature, the grain size of Fe and FeAl2O4 phases in Fe/FeAl2O4 composite was uniform, the relative density was 96.7%, and the Vickers hardness and bending strength were 1.88 GPa and 280.0 MPa, respectively. The wettability between Fe and FeAl2O4 was enhanced with increased sintering temperature. And then the densification process was accelerated. Finally, the microstructure and mechanical properties of the Fe/FeAl2O4 composite were improved.

In Situ Preparation and Mechanical Properties of (ZrB2+ZrC)/Zr3[Al(Si)]4C6 Composites

2014 ◽  
Vol 602-603 ◽  
pp. 438-442
Author(s):  
Lei Yu ◽  
Jian Yang ◽  
Tai Qiu
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
Fracture Toughness ◽  
Bending Strength ◽  
Coefficient Of Thermal Expansion ◽  
Raw Materials ◽  
Linear Increase ◽  
Fine Grain ◽  
Fine Grain Strengthening ◽  
Uniform Microstructure

Fully dense (ZrB2+ZrC)/Zr3[Al (Si)]4C6 composites with ZrB2 content varying from 0 to 15 vol.% and fixed ZrC content of 10 vol.% were successfully prepared by in situ hot-pressing in Ar atmosphere using ZrH2, Al, Si, C and B4C as raw materials. With the increase of ZrB2 content, both the bending strength and fracture toughness of the composites increase and then decrease. The synergistic action of ZrB2 and ZrC as reinforcements shows significant strengthening and toughing effect to the Zr3[Al (Si)]4C6 matrix. The composite with 10 vol.% ZrB2 shows the optimal mechanical properties: 516 MPa for bending strength and 6.52 MPa·m1/2 for fracture toughness. With the increase of ZrB2 content, the Vickers hardness of the composites shows a near-linear increase from 15.3 GPa to 16.7 GPa. The strengthening and toughening effect can be ascribed to the unique mechanical properties of ZrB2 and ZrC reinforcements, the differences in coefficient of thermal expansion and modulus between them and Zr3[Al (Si)]4C6 matrix, fine grain strengthening and uniform microstructure derived by the in situ synthesis reaction.

Reduction in Wear Rate of α-Alumina and Silicon Nitride by Diffusional Surface Modification

1988 ◽  
Vol 140 ◽  
Author(s):  
A.K. Gangopadhyay ◽  
M.E. Fine ◽  
H.S. Cheng
Keyword(s):  
Wear Resistance ◽  
Thermal Expansion ◽  
Surface Modification ◽  
Silicon Nitride ◽  
Thermal Expansion Coefficient ◽  
Expansion Coefficient ◽  
Surface Region ◽  
Lattice Parameter ◽  
Lower Thermal Expansion ◽  
Wear Modes

AbstractThe surface regions of α-alumina and hot pressed silicon nitride were modified by suitable alloying in order to improve their wear resistance. The surface modification in polycrystalline α-alumina was done by diffusing chromia into the surface region which resulted in the formation of a thin layer of A12O3 - Cr9O3 solid solution which has a lower thermal expansion coefficient than pure α-alumina. Also Cr2O3 has a larger lattice parameter than α-alumina thus during cooling the surface was put into compression. The surface region of hot pressed silicon nitride was modified by diffusing α-alumina into the surface which resulted in the formation of a thin sialon layer. A surface compressive stress was again introduced due to the lower thermal expansion coefficient and larger latticeparameter of sialon compared to silicon nitride.Wear tests were conducted against 52100 steel under both lubricated and unlubricated sliding contact using a block on ring apparatus. The wear resistance of chromia surface alloyed α-alumina was improved considerably over unalloyed α-alumina under both lubricated and unlubricated conditions. The wear resistance of alumina surface alloyed silicon nitride was also improved over unalloyed silicon nitride under both lubricated and unlubricated conditions.Different wear modes were identified by examining the worn surfaces under the scanning electron microscope.

Effects of Heat-Treatment Temperature on the Properties of Negative CTE Eucryptite Ceramics

2010 ◽  
Vol 105-106 ◽  
pp. 123-125 ◽  
Author(s):  
Yong Li ◽  
Qi Hong Wei ◽  
Ling Li ◽  
Chong Hai Wang ◽  
Xiao Li Zhang ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Heat Treatment ◽  
Thermal Expansion ◽  
Thermal Expansion Coefficient ◽  
Expansion Coefficient ◽  
Heat Treatment Temperature ◽  
Bending Strength ◽  
Sol Gel ◽  
Negative Thermal Expansion ◽  
Treatment Temperature ◽  
Heat Treated

In this paper, negative thermal expansion coefficient eucryptite powders were prepared by sol-gel method using silica-sol as starting material. The raw blocks were obtained by dry pressing process after the powder was synthesized, and then the raw blocks were heat-treated at 600º, 1150º, 1280º, 1380º, 1420º and 1450°C, respectively. Variations of density, porosity and thermal expansion coefficient at different heat treatment temperatures were investigated. Phase transformation and fracture surface morphology of eucryptite heat-treated at different temperatures, respectively, were observed by XRD and SEM. The results indicate that, with the increasing heat- treatment temperature, the grain size and the bending strength increased, porosity decreased, thermal expansion coefficient decreased continuously. Negative thermal expansion coefficient of -5.3162×10-6~-7.4413×10-6 (0~800°C) was obtained. But when the heat-treatment temperature was more than 1420°C, porosity began to increase, bending strength began to decrease, which were the symbols of over-burning, while the main crystal phase didn’t change.

Silicon Nitride/Boron Nitride Composite by Combustion Synthesis

2007 ◽  
Vol 561-565 ◽  
pp. 531-534
Author(s):  
Ke Zhang ◽  
Qiang Zhang ◽  
Peng Fei Wang ◽  
Ling Bai ◽  
Wei Ping Shen ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Silicon Nitride ◽  
Boron Nitride ◽  
Combustion Synthesis ◽  
Bending Strength ◽  
Volume Fraction ◽  
Raw Materials ◽  
Solid Reaction ◽  
N2 Atmosphere ◽  
Scanning Electron

Machinable silicon nitride/ hexahedral boron nitride (Si3N4/h-BN) composites were in-situ synthesized in a nitrogen (N2) atmosphere by means of combustion synthesis gas-solid reaction with silicon (Si) powder and h-BN as raw materials. The effect of the volume fraction of h-BN on the machinable properties of Si3N4/BN composite was studied. The results show that Si powder was fully nitrified and no residual Si was found. Microstructures by a scanning electron microscopy (SEM) show Columnar crystals of β-Si3N4 are the main phase and acicular crystals of h-BN disperse β-Si3N4 intergranular. With the increasing of the volume content of h-BN, the machinability of the composite increases, but the bending strength of composite decreases firstly and then increases. The lowest bending strength is 84.96MPa at 25% volume fraction of h-BN.

Synthesis and Characteristics of Porous Silicon Carbide Ceramic Reinforced by Silicon Carbide Whiskers

2014 ◽  
Vol 602-603 ◽  
pp. 397-402 ◽  
Author(s):  
Xiao Xue Liu ◽  
Hong Sheng Zhao ◽  
Hui Yang ◽  
Kai Hong Zhang ◽  
Zi Qiang Li
Keyword(s):  
Silicon Carbide ◽  
Thermal Expansion ◽  
Porous Silicon ◽  
Thermal Expansion Coefficient ◽  
Expansion Coefficient ◽  
Bending Strength ◽  
Silicon Powder ◽  
Fluid Filtration ◽  
Porous Silicon Carbide ◽  
Silicon Carbide Ceramics

Silicon powder and phenolic resin were used as raw materials to produce porous silicon carbide (SiC) ceramics, with SiC whiskers (SiCw) as reinforcement additionally. Starting with the preparation of core-shell structure precursor powder through coat-mix method, and then by carrying out molding, carbonization and sintering processes, SiCw/SiC ceramic examples were produced. The phase composite, fracture surface morphology, pore size and porosity, bending strength and thermal expansion coefficient of the final product were measured. Results show that the addition of SiCw apparently improved the intensive property of the products and the changing pattern were quantitatively analyzed; while little influence was observed on some other properties such as phase composition and thermal expansion coefficient. It means that SiCw can strengthen porous silicon carbide ceramics without weakening their thermal properties, which is particularly important because of its application in the field of high temperature fluid filtration. Incorporated SiCw is supposed to work in accordance with some toughening mechanism such as load transferring and matrix prestressing. Microstructure, pore evaluation and weight loss rate during carbonation and sintering were also noted to describe the procedure better.

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