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Rheology of zirconia-alumina gelcasting slurries

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OSTI ID:10158666
The rheology of zirconia-alumina composite slurries for gelcasting was studied in order to maximize the solids loading. The viscosity and yield stress were controlled by adjusting the pH. This approach allows the solids loading to be maximized for the gelcasting of near-net-shape composites. A strong correspondence exists among the rheological behavior, the surface charge on the particles, colloidal stability, and the maximum solids loading. The best pH conditions for gelcasting composites depends on the specific binary composition.
Research Organization:
Oak Ridge National Lab., TN (United States)
Sponsoring Organization:
USDOE, Washington, DC (United States)
DOE Contract Number:
AC05-84OR21400
OSTI ID:
10158666
Report Number(s):
CONF-920402--39; ON: DE92016787
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English

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