Abstract
ZrB 2-SiC-TaC ceramics with different content of TaC were prepared by hot-pressing at 1800°C in vacuum environment. The oxidation behavior of these ceramics was studied in the temperature range of 1200°C-1500°C in air. It was found that low concentration of TaC (10 vol%) deteriorated the oxidation resistance of ZrB 2-SiC, while high concentration of TaC (30 vol%) significantly improved the oxidation resistance of the ceramics. Reoxidation experiments indicated that the metallic species (tantalum and/or silicon) diffusing out of the materials into the oxides was initially involved in the controlling process.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 374-378 |
Number of pages | 5 |
Journal | Journal of the American Ceramic Society |
Volume | 95 |
Issue number | 1 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - Jan 2012 |
Externally published | Yes |