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Microstructural Design of Si3N4 Based Ceramics

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  25 February 2011

M.J. Hoffmann  and
G. Petzow
M.J. Hoffmann
Affiliation:
Max-Planck-Institut für Metallforschung, Institut für Werkstoffwissenschaft, Pulvermetallurgisches Laboratorium, Heisenbergstr. 5, D-7000 Stuttgart 80, Germany
G. Petzow
Affiliation:
Max-Planck-Institut für Metallforschung, Institut für Werkstoffwissenschaft, Pulvermetallurgisches Laboratorium, Heisenbergstr. 5, D-7000 Stuttgart 80, Germany
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Abstract

Parameters controlling the size and aspect ratio of elongated Si3N4 grains are discussed, based on the assumption that only pre-existing β-Si3N4 particles of the starting powder grow. Powder mixtures of α-rich and β-rich Si3N4 were prepared In order to study the microstructural development. The resulting microstructures were analyzed by quantitative microstructural analysis determining the distribution of the length and aspect ratio of the Si3N4 grains. Subsequently, the Influence of the sintering conditions on grain growth was analyzed In relation to mechanical properties. A high Weibull modulus and the non-catastrophic failure during thermal shock of coarse-grained materials Is attributed to an R-curve behaviour. Finally, the influence of sintering additives on the mechanical properties was studied. The Importance of phase relationships between the matrix and the grain boundary phase Is discussed for Si3N4 with Yb2O3 additives. It Is demonstrated that the oxygen content of Si3N4 powder must been taken Into account In order to devitrify defined secondary phases and to achieve a high degree of crystallization. A reduction in the amount of additives does not necessarily Improve the properties as high temperature strength and creep data Indicate.

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MRS Online Proceedings Library (OPL) , Volume 287: Symposium K – Silicon Nitride Ceramics–Scientific and Technological Advances , 1992 , 3
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Copyright © Materials Research Society 1993

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