ABSTRACT

Examines all important aspects of whisker and fibre reinforced ceramic science and technology, offering a balanced account of developments in the field. The work shows how to improve the strength and stiffness of ceramic composites, at very high temperatures, without brittleness.

chapter 1|4 pages

Introduction

chapter 2|16 pages

Properties of StructuralMaterials

chapter 6|14 pages

Fiber Architecture

chapter 9|16 pages

Fiber Coatings

chapter 15|10 pages

Melt Processing of Ceramic Matrix Composites

chapter 17|24 pages

Applications of Ceramic Matrix Composites