Research on ultra-high-temperature materials, monolithic ceramics, ceramic matrix composites and carbon/carbon composites

Technical Report · Mon Nov 01 00:00:00 EST 1982

OSTI ID:6163532

Miller, T J; Grimes, H H

Research on three classes of materials that show potential for allowing significant increases in operating temperatures in gas turbine engines is discussed. Monolithic ceramics, ceramic matrix composites, and carbon-carbon composites are discussed. Sintering, hot pressing, and densification are discussed.

• Research Organization: National Aeronautics and Space Administration, Cleveland, OH (USA). Lewis Research Center
• OSTI ID: 6163532
• Report Number(s): N-8312161
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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SILICON NITRIDES
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