BNp/Al2O3-SiO2 system ceramic matrix composites with different volume fractions （10%-60%） of hexagonal BN particulates （BNp） were prepared by hot-press sintering technique. Phase components, microstructure, mechan...BNp/Al2O3-SiO2 system ceramic matrix composites with different volume fractions （10%-60%） of hexagonal BN particulates （BNp） were prepared by hot-press sintering technique. Phase components, microstructure, mechanical properties and plasma erosion resistance were also investigated. With the increase of h-BNp content, relative density and Vickers＇ hardness of the composite ceramics decrease, while the flexural strength, elastic modulus and fracture toughness increase and then decrease. The plasma erosion resistance linearly deteriorated with the increase of BNp content which is mainly determined by the density, crystal structure and atomic number of the elements.展开更多
Al 2O 3-SiO 2-TiO 2-ZrO 2 supported membranes were prepar ed by Sol-Gel method. These composite ceramic membranes are level, even and no macro crack. There exist several crystalline phases such as Al 2O 3, TiO...Al 2O 3-SiO 2-TiO 2-ZrO 2 supported membranes were prepar ed by Sol-Gel method. These composite ceramic membranes are level, even and no macro crack. There exist several crystalline phases such as Al 2O 3, TiO 2(a natase), Al 2SiO 5, and ZrO 2 in these membranes. Changing the molar ratio of Al∶Si∶Ti∶Zr,the kinds and content of crystal phases of composite membranes could be different, which may lead to a variety of microstructure of membranes. The surface nanoscale topography and microstructure of membranes were investiga ted by XRD,SEM,AFM,EPMA. The effects of additives and heat treatments on the sur face nanoscale topography and microstructure of composite ceramic membranes were also analyzed.展开更多
The thermal shock fatigue behaviors of pure hot-pressed alumina and 30 wt.% TiC/Al2O3 composites were studied. The effect of TiC and Al2O3 starting particle size on the mechanical properties of the composites was disc...The thermal shock fatigue behaviors of pure hot-pressed alumina and 30 wt.% TiC/Al2O3 composites were studied. The effect of TiC and Al2O3 starting particle size on the mechanical properties of the composites was discussed. Indentation-quench test was conducted to evaluate the effect of thermal fatigue temperature difference （ΔT） and number of thermal cycles （Ⅳ） on fatigue crack growth （Δa）. The mechanical properties and thermal fatigue resistance of TiC/Al203 composites are remarkably improved by the addition of TiC. The thermal shock fatigue of monolithic alumina and TiC/Al2O3 composites is due to a ＂true＂ cycling effect （thermal fatigue）. Crack deflection and bridging are the predominant reasons for the improvement of thermal shock fatigue resistance of the composites.展开更多
In this paper,a novel Ce(Gd2 Y)Al5O12/Ce:Y3Al5O12(Ce:GYAG/Ce:YAG)composite scintillation ceramic was designed and fabricated by a solid-state reaction method.The phase,luminescence and scintillation properties were in...In this paper,a novel Ce(Gd2 Y)Al5O12/Ce:Y3Al5O12(Ce:GYAG/Ce:YAG)composite scintillation ceramic was designed and fabricated by a solid-state reaction method.The phase,luminescence and scintillation properties were investigated.The Ce:GYAG/Ce:YAG composite ceramic consisting of two-phase has a broad emission band ranging from 500 to 750 nm.The total mass attenuation coefficient of Ce:GYAG/Ce:YAG is 0.3864 cm^-1,in between those of Ce:YAG and Ce:GYAG ceramics.In addition,the composite ceramic had a high light yield of 20430 ph/MeV.By controlling the ratio of GYAG and YAG,the composite ceramic can realize a spectrum design and total mass attenuation coefficient control to meet the requirements for wide-X-ray-energy-range detectors.展开更多
The Al2O3-ZrO2（3Y）-SiC composite ceramics used in solar thermal power were prepared by micrometric Al2O3,nano-ZrO2 and SiC powders under the condition of pressureless sintering.The bulk density and bending strength ...The Al2O3-ZrO2（3Y）-SiC composite ceramics used in solar thermal power were prepared by micrometric Al2O3,nano-ZrO2 and SiC powders under the condition of pressureless sintering.The bulk density and bending strength of samples with 10vol% nano-ZrO2 sintered at 1480℃ were 3.222 g/cm3 and 160.4MPa,respectively.The bending strength of samples after 7 times thermal shock tests （quenching from 1000℃ to 25℃ in air medium） is 132.0MPa,loss rate of bending strength is only 17%.The effect of nano-ZrO2 content on the microstructure and performance of Al2O3-ZrO2（3Y）-SiC composite ceramic was investigated.The experimental results show that the bending strength of samples with above 10vol% nano-ZrO2 content has decreased,because the volume expansion resulting from t-ZrO2 to m-ZrO2 phase transformation is excessive;Adding proper nano-ZrO2 would be contributed to improve the thermal shock resistance of the composite ceramics.The Al2O3-ZrO2（3Y）-SiC composite ceramic has promising potential application in solar thermal power.展开更多
The main Iimitation to the toughening of the α-Al2O3/Ni composite is the poor bonding atthe interface. which causes the nickel particles to be pulled-out during crack propagation with-out obvious plastic deformation....The main Iimitation to the toughening of the α-Al2O3/Ni composite is the poor bonding atthe interface. which causes the nickel particles to be pulled-out during crack propagation with-out obvious plastic deformation. A proper control of oxygen content at the Al2O3-Ni interfacecan promote wetting at the intedece, and produce a mechanically interlocked and chemically strengthened intedece, causing most of the nickel particles to be stretched to failure and to expe-rience severe plastic deformation during crack propagation in the composite. Fracture toughnesstesting using a modified double cantilever beam method with in situ observation of crack prop-agation in a scanning electron microscope shows that the composite with the strengthenedinterface has a more desirable R-curve behaviour and a higher fracture toughness value than thenormal composite.展开更多
Relationship between K2O-Al2O3-SiO2 system dental glass ceramics and Al2O3 ceramics was investigated. 4 groups of glass ceramic with the same components but different thickness（0.8, 1.2, 1.6, and 2.0 mm） were sinter...Relationship between K2O-Al2O3-SiO2 system dental glass ceramics and Al2O3 ceramics was investigated. 4 groups of glass ceramic with the same components but different thickness（0.8, 1.2, 1.6, and 2.0 mm） were sintered on Al2O3 base ceramics according to the same thermal treatment system of leucite micro-crystallization reported in previous literatures. The products of each group were analyzed by polarizing microscope, X-ray diffractometer, and an INSTRON material testing machine. Under the thermal treatment system, leucite crystals were formed in samples of each group, and dispersed evenly. Meanwhile, the compressive strengths of group 3 and group 4 were higher than those of group 1 and group 2. Samples of group 3 showed better mechanical properties than others. The conclusions are drawn that Leucite crystals can be controlled in K2O-Al2O3-SiO2 system glass ceramic-Al2O3 ceramic composite material, and the thickness of glass ceramic has a notable influence on the compressive strength of this ceramic composite material.展开更多
Low thermal conductivity, matched thermal expansion coefficient and good compatibility are general requirements for the environmental/thermal barrier coatings(EBCs/TBCs) and interphases for Al2O3 f/Al2O3 composites. I...Low thermal conductivity, matched thermal expansion coefficient and good compatibility are general requirements for the environmental/thermal barrier coatings(EBCs/TBCs) and interphases for Al2O3 f/Al2O3 composites. In this work, a novel high-entropy(HE) rare-earth phosphate monazite ceramic (La0.2Ce0.2Nd0.2Sm0.2Eu0.2)PO4 is designed and successfully synthesized. This new type of HE rare-earth phosphate monazite exhibits good chemical compatibility with Al2O3, without reaction with Al2O3 as high as 1600℃ in air. Moreover, the thermal expansion coefficient(TEC) of HE (La0.2Ce0.2Nd0.2Sm0.2Eu0.2)PO4(8.9 × 10^-6/℃ at 300–1000℃) is close to that of Al2O3. The thermal conductivity of HE (La0.2Ce0.2Nd0.2Sm0.2Eu0.2)PO4 at room temperature is as low as 2.08 W·m^-1·K^-1, which is about 42% lower than that of La PO4. Good chemical compatibility, close TEC to that of Al2O3, and low thermal conductivity indicate that HE (La0.2Ce0.2Nd0.2Sm0.2Eu0.2)PO4 is suitable as a candidate EBC/TBC material and an interphase for Al2O3 f/Al2O3 composites.展开更多
A new technology thixo-die-forging of the composite in pseudo-semi-solid state was proposed based on the powder metallurgy technology combing with semi-solid metal process, and the cup shells with Al/Al2O3 composite w...A new technology thixo-die-forging of the composite in pseudo-semi-solid state was proposed based on the powder metallurgy technology combing with semi-solid metal process, and the cup shells with Al/Al2O3 composite was prepared successfully. The metallographic analysis and performance test show that the microstructure of parts is dense and mechanical properties axe excellent with the volume fraction of Al is 37%. The bend strength and fracture toughness of the composite are about 570- 690 MPa and 8.5-16.8 MPa·m^1/2, respectively. Comparing with reaction in situ and high temperature oxidation technologies the bending strength and fracture toughness are improved greatly. At the same time, it shows that the technology parameters have great influences on the properties. So it is feasible to prepare metal/ceramics composites by the proposed technology.展开更多
The composite coating was prepared by thermal spray welding after making composite powder,which is composed of Ni-based self-melted alloy and AlOceramic powder including nano,sub-micron and micron powders.The influenc...The composite coating was prepared by thermal spray welding after making composite powder,which is composed of Ni-based self-melted alloy and AlOceramic powder including nano,sub-micron and micron powders.The influences of contents and sizes of AlOon the structure and wearability were investigated.The results show that the wear resistance of the coating would be increased greatly by adding AlO,but the spray weldability decreases with increasing AlOcontent.So there is an optimal content of AlOpowder.The composite coating with AlOnano or sub-micron powder of 0.5% has the best abrasive resistance,while the optimal content of AlOmicron powder is 1 %.展开更多
To explain the growth mechanism of Al 2O 3/Al Lanxide composites,the dynamics of the directed oxidation of Al-Mg-Si alloys are analyzed.The experimental methods to produce Lanxide composites by directed oxidation of...To explain the growth mechanism of Al 2O 3/Al Lanxide composites,the dynamics of the directed oxidation of Al-Mg-Si alloys are analyzed.The experimental methods to produce Lanxide composites by directed oxidation of metal melts at high temperatures are presented.The effect of the processing factors on the microstructures and properties of Al 2O 3/Al composites and enforced Al 2O 3/Al composites is also analyzed.Compared with sintering ceramic composites,the advantages of Lanxide process and Lanxide materials are as following:it is a near net shaped process;the process is very simple;the microstructures and properties of Lanxide materials can be adjusted;and this process can be used to infiltrate ceramic fiber or particle preforms.展开更多
The distributions of the axial stress and shear stress in Al2O3-TiC/Q235 diffusion bonded joints were studied using finite element method （FEM）. The effect of interlayer thickness on the axial stress and shear stres...The distributions of the axial stress and shear stress in Al2O3-TiC/Q235 diffusion bonded joints were studied using finite element method （FEM）. The effect of interlayer thickness on the axial stress and shear stress was also investigated. The results indicate that the gradients of the axial stress and shear stress are great near the joint edge. The maximal shear stress produces at the interface of the Al2O3-TIC and Ti interlayer. With the increase of Cu interlayer thickness, the magnitudes of the axial stress and shear stress first decrease and then increase. The distribution of the axial stress changes greatly with a little change in the shear stress. The shear fracture initiates at the interface of the Al2O3-TiC/ Ti interlayer with high shear stress and then propagates to the Al2O3-TIC side, which is consistent with the stress FEM calculating results.展开更多
以纳米ZrO 、微米Al O 为原料,采用无压烧结方式制备了ZTA 复相陶瓷。结果表明:nano-ZrO 的 2 2 3 2加入有利于制备细晶ZTA 复相陶瓷。此外,nano-ZrO 的加入对 Al O 陶瓷的显微结构也产生影响,ZrO ...以纳米ZrO 、微米Al O 为原料,采用无压烧结方式制备了ZTA 复相陶瓷。结果表明:nano-ZrO 的 2 2 3 2加入有利于制备细晶ZTA 复相陶瓷。此外,nano-ZrO 的加入对 Al O 陶瓷的显微结构也产生影响,ZrO 颗粒以 2 2 3 2“晶内型”和晶界型两种形式存在。合理的配方组成及制备工艺有利于 Z r O 以四方亚稳相存在。Z r O 含量为 2 23 0 w t % 时,其四方相含量可达 6 9 %,有利于应力诱导相变增韧,该 Z T A 复相陶瓷的抗弯强度、断裂韧性分别达到 604MPa、6.87MPa·m1/2。展开更多
Dense Y-TZP ceramics and Y-TZP/Al_2O_3 composite ceramics are prepared successfully by microwave sintering using rectangle single mode (TE_(10n)) applicator. The heating characteristcs by microwave of the materials ar...Dense Y-TZP ceramics and Y-TZP/Al_2O_3 composite ceramics are prepared successfully by microwave sintering using rectangle single mode (TE_(10n)) applicator. The heating characteristcs by microwave of the materials are related to the sample compositions. Higher Y-TZP content leads to a higher heating-up rate and a shorter time period needed for heating-up. The input power, short circuit plug position and the opening size of adjustable coupling iris are adjusted timely to maintain the resonance and the optimum coupling condition, and therefore a certain heating-up rate and final stable sintering temperature could be achieved. Relative densities above 98% TD are obtained for Y-TZP and 20 Vol% Al_2O_3-Y-TZP composite ceramics, with their grain sizes of about 0.4 and 1.0 μm, respectively. It is also found that the sample center can be over-sintered when the temperature is too high since a higher temperature at the sample center is usually reached than that at the surface.展开更多
基金Project(HIT.NSRIF.2010112)supported by the Fundamental Research Fund for the Central Universities,ChinaProjects(50902030,51021002)supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China
文摘BNp/Al2O3-SiO2 system ceramic matrix composites with different volume fractions （10%-60%） of hexagonal BN particulates （BNp） were prepared by hot-press sintering technique. Phase components, microstructure, mechanical properties and plasma erosion resistance were also investigated. With the increase of h-BNp content, relative density and Vickers＇ hardness of the composite ceramics decrease, while the flexural strength, elastic modulus and fracture toughness increase and then decrease. The plasma erosion resistance linearly deteriorated with the increase of BNp content which is mainly determined by the density, crystal structure and atomic number of the elements.
文摘Al 2O 3-SiO 2-TiO 2-ZrO 2 supported membranes were prepar ed by Sol-Gel method. These composite ceramic membranes are level, even and no macro crack. There exist several crystalline phases such as Al 2O 3, TiO 2(a natase), Al 2SiO 5, and ZrO 2 in these membranes. Changing the molar ratio of Al∶Si∶Ti∶Zr,the kinds and content of crystal phases of composite membranes could be different, which may lead to a variety of microstructure of membranes. The surface nanoscale topography and microstructure of membranes were investiga ted by XRD,SEM,AFM,EPMA. The effects of additives and heat treatments on the sur face nanoscale topography and microstructure of composite ceramic membranes were also analyzed.
文摘The thermal shock fatigue behaviors of pure hot-pressed alumina and 30 wt.% TiC/Al2O3 composites were studied. The effect of TiC and Al2O3 starting particle size on the mechanical properties of the composites was discussed. Indentation-quench test was conducted to evaluate the effect of thermal fatigue temperature difference （ΔT） and number of thermal cycles （Ⅳ） on fatigue crack growth （Δa）. The mechanical properties and thermal fatigue resistance of TiC/Al203 composites are remarkably improved by the addition of TiC. The thermal shock fatigue of monolithic alumina and TiC/Al2O3 composites is due to a ＂true＂ cycling effect （thermal fatigue）. Crack deflection and bridging are the predominant reasons for the improvement of thermal shock fatigue resistance of the composites.
基金financially supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.61378069,61405221,and 11535010)Youth Innovation Promotion Association of the Chinese Academy of Science(CAS)+2 种基金National Key Research and Development Program of China(SQ2017YFGX010025-03)Interdisciplinary Innovation Team of the CASGeneral Financial Grant from the China Postdoctoral Science Foundation(No.2016M601654)
文摘In this paper,a novel Ce(Gd2 Y)Al5O12/Ce:Y3Al5O12(Ce:GYAG/Ce:YAG)composite scintillation ceramic was designed and fabricated by a solid-state reaction method.The phase,luminescence and scintillation properties were investigated.The Ce:GYAG/Ce:YAG composite ceramic consisting of two-phase has a broad emission band ranging from 500 to 750 nm.The total mass attenuation coefficient of Ce:GYAG/Ce:YAG is 0.3864 cm^-1,in between those of Ce:YAG and Ce:GYAG ceramics.In addition,the composite ceramic had a high light yield of 20430 ph/MeV.By controlling the ratio of GYAG and YAG,the composite ceramic can realize a spectrum design and total mass attenuation coefficient control to meet the requirements for wide-X-ray-energy-range detectors.
文摘The Al2O3-ZrO2（3Y）-SiC composite ceramics used in solar thermal power were prepared by micrometric Al2O3,nano-ZrO2 and SiC powders under the condition of pressureless sintering.The bulk density and bending strength of samples with 10vol% nano-ZrO2 sintered at 1480℃ were 3.222 g/cm3 and 160.4MPa,respectively.The bending strength of samples after 7 times thermal shock tests （quenching from 1000℃ to 25℃ in air medium） is 132.0MPa,loss rate of bending strength is only 17%.The effect of nano-ZrO2 content on the microstructure and performance of Al2O3-ZrO2（3Y）-SiC composite ceramic was investigated.The experimental results show that the bending strength of samples with above 10vol% nano-ZrO2 content has decreased,because the volume expansion resulting from t-ZrO2 to m-ZrO2 phase transformation is excessive;Adding proper nano-ZrO2 would be contributed to improve the thermal shock resistance of the composite ceramics.The Al2O3-ZrO2（3Y）-SiC composite ceramic has promising potential application in solar thermal power.
文摘The main Iimitation to the toughening of the α-Al2O3/Ni composite is the poor bonding atthe interface. which causes the nickel particles to be pulled-out during crack propagation with-out obvious plastic deformation. A proper control of oxygen content at the Al2O3-Ni interfacecan promote wetting at the intedece, and produce a mechanically interlocked and chemically strengthened intedece, causing most of the nickel particles to be stretched to failure and to expe-rience severe plastic deformation during crack propagation in the composite. Fracture toughnesstesting using a modified double cantilever beam method with in situ observation of crack prop-agation in a scanning electron microscope shows that the composite with the strengthenedinterface has a more desirable R-curve behaviour and a higher fracture toughness value than thenormal composite.
基金Funded by the Project for Tackling Key Problems in Science and Technology of Wuhan(No.201262523841)
文摘Relationship between K2O-Al2O3-SiO2 system dental glass ceramics and Al2O3 ceramics was investigated. 4 groups of glass ceramic with the same components but different thickness（0.8, 1.2, 1.6, and 2.0 mm） were sintered on Al2O3 base ceramics according to the same thermal treatment system of leucite micro-crystallization reported in previous literatures. The products of each group were analyzed by polarizing microscope, X-ray diffractometer, and an INSTRON material testing machine. Under the thermal treatment system, leucite crystals were formed in samples of each group, and dispersed evenly. Meanwhile, the compressive strengths of group 3 and group 4 were higher than those of group 1 and group 2. Samples of group 3 showed better mechanical properties than others. The conclusions are drawn that Leucite crystals can be controlled in K2O-Al2O3-SiO2 system glass ceramic-Al2O3 ceramic composite material, and the thickness of glass ceramic has a notable influence on the compressive strength of this ceramic composite material.
基金financially supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China (Nos. 51672064 and U1435206)
文摘Low thermal conductivity, matched thermal expansion coefficient and good compatibility are general requirements for the environmental/thermal barrier coatings(EBCs/TBCs) and interphases for Al2O3 f/Al2O3 composites. In this work, a novel high-entropy(HE) rare-earth phosphate monazite ceramic (La0.2Ce0.2Nd0.2Sm0.2Eu0.2)PO4 is designed and successfully synthesized. This new type of HE rare-earth phosphate monazite exhibits good chemical compatibility with Al2O3, without reaction with Al2O3 as high as 1600℃ in air. Moreover, the thermal expansion coefficient(TEC) of HE (La0.2Ce0.2Nd0.2Sm0.2Eu0.2)PO4(8.9 × 10^-6/℃ at 300–1000℃) is close to that of Al2O3. The thermal conductivity of HE (La0.2Ce0.2Nd0.2Sm0.2Eu0.2)PO4 at room temperature is as low as 2.08 W·m^-1·K^-1, which is about 42% lower than that of La PO4. Good chemical compatibility, close TEC to that of Al2O3, and low thermal conductivity indicate that HE (La0.2Ce0.2Nd0.2Sm0.2Eu0.2)PO4 is suitable as a candidate EBC/TBC material and an interphase for Al2O3 f/Al2O3 composites.
基金supported by National Natural Science Foundation of China(No50705018)Postdoctoral Foundation of China (No20070420847)
文摘A new technology thixo-die-forging of the composite in pseudo-semi-solid state was proposed based on the powder metallurgy technology combing with semi-solid metal process, and the cup shells with Al/Al2O3 composite was prepared successfully. The metallographic analysis and performance test show that the microstructure of parts is dense and mechanical properties axe excellent with the volume fraction of Al is 37%. The bend strength and fracture toughness of the composite are about 570- 690 MPa and 8.5-16.8 MPa·m^1/2, respectively. Comparing with reaction in situ and high temperature oxidation technologies the bending strength and fracture toughness are improved greatly. At the same time, it shows that the technology parameters have great influences on the properties. So it is feasible to prepare metal/ceramics composites by the proposed technology.
基金Item Sponsored by Provincial Natural Science Foundation of Jiangsu of China(BK2000012)
文摘The composite coating was prepared by thermal spray welding after making composite powder,which is composed of Ni-based self-melted alloy and AlOceramic powder including nano,sub-micron and micron powders.The influences of contents and sizes of AlOon the structure and wearability were investigated.The results show that the wear resistance of the coating would be increased greatly by adding AlO,but the spray weldability decreases with increasing AlOcontent.So there is an optimal content of AlOpowder.The composite coating with AlOnano or sub-micron powder of 0.5% has the best abrasive resistance,while the optimal content of AlOmicron powder is 1 %.
文摘To explain the growth mechanism of Al 2O 3/Al Lanxide composites,the dynamics of the directed oxidation of Al-Mg-Si alloys are analyzed.The experimental methods to produce Lanxide composites by directed oxidation of metal melts at high temperatures are presented.The effect of the processing factors on the microstructures and properties of Al 2O 3/Al composites and enforced Al 2O 3/Al composites is also analyzed.Compared with sintering ceramic composites,the advantages of Lanxide process and Lanxide materials are as following:it is a near net shaped process;the process is very simple;the microstructures and properties of Lanxide materials can be adjusted;and this process can be used to infiltrate ceramic fiber or particle preforms.
基金supported by National Natural Science Foundation of China (Grant No. 50874069)Development Project of Science and Technology of Shandong Province (2007GG10004016)+1 种基金Shandong Province Natural Science Foundation (Y2007F54)Excellent Mid-Youth Foundation of Shandong Province (2006BS04004)
文摘The distributions of the axial stress and shear stress in Al2O3-TiC/Q235 diffusion bonded joints were studied using finite element method （FEM）. The effect of interlayer thickness on the axial stress and shear stress was also investigated. The results indicate that the gradients of the axial stress and shear stress are great near the joint edge. The maximal shear stress produces at the interface of the Al2O3-TIC and Ti interlayer. With the increase of Cu interlayer thickness, the magnitudes of the axial stress and shear stress first decrease and then increase. The distribution of the axial stress changes greatly with a little change in the shear stress. The shear fracture initiates at the interface of the Al2O3-TiC/ Ti interlayer with high shear stress and then propagates to the Al2O3-TIC side, which is consistent with the stress FEM calculating results.
文摘以纳米ZrO 、微米Al O 为原料,采用无压烧结方式制备了ZTA 复相陶瓷。结果表明:nano-ZrO 的 2 2 3 2加入有利于制备细晶ZTA 复相陶瓷。此外,nano-ZrO 的加入对 Al O 陶瓷的显微结构也产生影响,ZrO 颗粒以 2 2 3 2“晶内型”和晶界型两种形式存在。合理的配方组成及制备工艺有利于 Z r O 以四方亚稳相存在。Z r O 含量为 2 23 0 w t % 时,其四方相含量可达 6 9 %,有利于应力诱导相变增韧,该 Z T A 复相陶瓷的抗弯强度、断裂韧性分别达到 604MPa、6.87MPa·m1/2。
文摘Dense Y-TZP ceramics and Y-TZP/Al_2O_3 composite ceramics are prepared successfully by microwave sintering using rectangle single mode (TE_(10n)) applicator. The heating characteristcs by microwave of the materials are related to the sample compositions. Higher Y-TZP content leads to a higher heating-up rate and a shorter time period needed for heating-up. The input power, short circuit plug position and the opening size of adjustable coupling iris are adjusted timely to maintain the resonance and the optimum coupling condition, and therefore a certain heating-up rate and final stable sintering temperature could be achieved. Relative densities above 98% TD are obtained for Y-TZP and 20 Vol% Al_2O_3-Y-TZP composite ceramics, with their grain sizes of about 0.4 and 1.0 μm, respectively. It is also found that the sample center can be over-sintered when the temperature is too high since a higher temperature at the sample center is usually reached than that at the surface.
