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Contact angles between silicon and a variety of silicon carbide-based fibers have been measured and correlated to the mechanical behavior of the fiber-matrix interface. Infiltration by the molten silicon into the fibers and/or reaction with excess carbon to form silicon carbide gives rise to low contact angles and high toughness interfaces. It is suggested that the high toughness of the interface is morphology-controlled.
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Godard, H.T., Faber, K.T. (1986). Surface Energy as an Indicator of Interfacial Mechanical Response. In: Tressler, R.E., Messing, G.L., Pantano, C.G., Newnham, R.E. (eds) Tailoring Multiphase and Composite Ceramics. Springer, Boston, MA. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4613-2233-7_54
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