Published online by Cambridge University Press: 25 February 2011
Mosi2 and Mosi2-composites are potential candidate materials for both high-temperature coatings and structural components. The application of combustion synthesis and hot pressing in the production of dense Mosi2 and Mosi2- composites, i.e., Mosi2-SiC, Mosi2 -Mo, is currently being studied. Selection of compositions was based on oxidation resistance, thermal expansion, thermodynamic stability, and compatibility. Functionally-graded materials (FGM's) of these composite material systems are also currently being studied.