Joining of zirconia ceramics in green state using a paste of zirconia slurry

A new technique for the green state joining of zirconia ceramics has been developed simply by using a paste of zirconia slurry. The interlayer of the joints has the same composition as the parent green bodies and, therefore, the mechanical properties of the joint are comparable to those of the bulk materials. Using this method, large and/or complex ceramic components could be produced cost effectively, because it minimizes the machining of the sintered body and eliminates the need for special equipment. This process can be applied to the joining of various other advanced ceramics.