Oxide-Based Fiber-Reinforced Ceramic-Matrix Composites-Principles and Materials

Abstract

Oxide-Based Fiber-Reinforced Ceramic-Matrix Composites consists of six chapters which characterize the current state of the art concerning oxide-based fiberreinforced composites. Chapter one provides an introduction, examples of application areas and background information. Chapter two deals with the primary material properties for the areas of application and lists the possible constituent parts of the composites, depending on particular demands. Chapter three explains both the past and present fabrication methods which can affect the performance of the composites. Chapter four defines the interphase-related phenomena and describes the mechanical characteristics of the oxide-based fiber-reinforced composite, produced with different interphases. Chapter five deals with the fabrication route, functionality and mechanical characterization of the porousmatrix composites. The last chapter summarizes the present achievements and identifies requirements for reaching the goal, thereby providing a promising course for future research. The book is intended for students as well as R&D-engineers and scientists in materials, mechanical, aeronautic and space engineering fields, and also for people in the fields of fiber synthesis, surface technology, ceramics, turbines and composite manufacturing.