Abstract
Three kinds of Si3N4 based particulate composites were made by adding HfN, ZrN and TiN to Si3N4-6w/o Y2O3-2w/o Al2O3. Variation of sintered density and weight change at temperatures between 1550 C and 2050 C were measured. Mechanical properties were measured on the Si3N4 materials with density higher than 97% TD. Fracture toughness was decreased by adding HfN or ZrN to the monolithic Si3N4 despite higher thermal expansion coefficients of the particulates added than that of the matrix. TiN particulates improved fracture toughness of the Si3N4 material. Flexual strength of the composite was lower than the monolithic Si3N4. Friction coefficients were similar to one another. Wear resistance of the Si3N4 materials were consistent with the wear model suggested by Evans.
Original language | English |
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Title of host publication | Key Engineering Materials |
Publisher | Publ by Trans Tech Publ |
Pages | 439-444 |
Number of pages | 6 |
Volume | 89-91 |
ISBN (Print) | 0878496688 |
State | Published - 1994 |
Externally published | Yes |
Event | Proceedings of the International Conference on Silicon Nitride-Based Ceramics - Stuttgart, Ger Duration: Oct 4 1993 → Oct 6 1993 |
Conference
Conference | Proceedings of the International Conference on Silicon Nitride-Based Ceramics |
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City | Stuttgart, Ger |
Period | 10/4/93 → 10/6/93 |