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Silicide-matrix materials for high-temperature applications

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Intermetallic-matrix composites are attractive alternatives to carbon /carbon and ceramic / ceramic composites for applications up to 1,600°C. Recent work on the intermetallic compounds MoSi2 and Ti5Si3 has included determination of their mechanical properties and deformation behavior, selection of thermodynamically compatible high-strength and ductile reinforcements, and strengthening and toughening mechanisms in silicide-matrix composites for high-temperature service.

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  1. McDonnell Douglas Research Laboratories, USA

    Peter J. Meschter Ph.D. (senior scientist, member of TMS) & Daniel S. Schwartz Ph.D. (research scientist, member of TMS)

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Meschter, P.J., Schwartz, D.S. Silicide-matrix materials for high-temperature applications. JOM 41, 52–55 (1989). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF03220384

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