Metastability in the MgAl2O4-Al2O3 System

Kelley R. Wilkerson, Jeffrey D. Smith, James G. Hemrick

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Abstract

Aluminum oxide must take a spinel form (γ-Al2O3) at increased temperatures in order for extensive solid solution to form between MgAl2O4 and α-Al2O3. The solvus line between MgAl2O4 and Al2O3 has been defined at 79.6 wt% Al2O3 at 1500°C, 83.0 wt% Al2O3 at 1600°C, and 86.5 wt% Al2O3 at 1700°C. A metastable region has been defined at temperatures up to 1700°C which could have significant implications for material processing and properties. Additionally, initial processing could have major implications on final chemistry.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)1020-1024
Number of pages5
JournalInternational Journal of Applied Ceramic Technology
Volume11
Issue number6
DOIs
StatePublished - Nov 1 2014

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