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Fiber coatings for ceramic matrix composites

Conference · · Ceramic Engineering and Science Proceedings; (United States)
OSTI ID:7201725

Two fiber coating concepts for ceramic matrix composites were successfully demonstrated in a preliminary study. These coatings were designed to promote toughness in composites and resist oxidation. The concepts were: (1) thin, multiple unbonded layers, and (2) a single porous layer that provided low interfacial strengths between the fiber and matrix. Chemical vapor deposited (CVD) SiC and sol-gel derived oxides were used to produce the fiber coatings. Specimens consisted of a single coated monofilament fiber and a sheath of CVD SiC to represent the matrix. Results from flexure tests showed that matrix cracks were deflected and that fibers debonded the same as in specimens made using carbon-coated fibers. Crack deflection and fiber debonding were also evident after exposure in air at elevated temperatures. 5 refs.

OSTI ID:
7201725
Report Number(s):
CONF-920144--
Journal Information:
Ceramic Engineering and Science Proceedings; (United States), Journal Name: Ceramic Engineering and Science Proceedings; (United States) Vol. 13:7-8; ISSN 0196-6219; ISSN CESPD
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English