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Injection molding of ceramics

Journal Article · · Aerosp. Am.; (United States)
OSTI ID:7091224

Advances in the manufacturing of ceramic components for high-temperature applications are briefly reviewed. The cost and performance advantages of ceramics over superalloys are outlined; the problems encountered in casting and machining complex ceramic parts are described; and particular attention is given to injection molding of ceramic suspensions containing 10-20 wt pct plastic binder, which is burned out during firing. It is reported that injection-molded SiC and Si3N4 turbine rotors have operated at over 100,000 rpm with strengths of 60,000 and 110,000 psi, respectively.

OSTI ID:
7091224
Journal Information:
Aerosp. Am.; (United States), Journal Name: Aerosp. Am.; (United States) Vol. 26; ISSN AEAME
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English

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