| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1499018 | Scripta Materialia | 2013 | 4 Pages |
Abstract
The specific effects of spark plasma sintering (SPS) on the creep behavior, microstructure and mechanical properties of alumina monolithic ceramic were investigated. SPS introduces strains that concentrate at grain boundaries and inhibit crack growth, resulting in an improvement in the flexural strength and fracture toughness. However, creep blocks grain boundary movements and decreases the reliability of the material. These strains can be removed by a post-sintering thermal treatment, which plays an important role in the distribution of dislocations.
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Authors
I. Álvarez-Clemares, A. Borrell, S. Agouram, R. Torrecillas, A. Fernández,