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Abstract
One of the composites with exceptional mechanical, thermal, and oxidation resistance properties is ZrB2–SiC. In this research, we produced the ZrB2–SiC composite with Si3N4 additive (1–2–3 and 4% by volume) in the base composition through sintering without applying pressure. The evaluations included microstructure analysis using a FE-SEM and oxidation properties in an oxyacetylene test chamber under oxygen and C2H4 gas exposure. The results demonstrated that as Si3N4 content increased, the structure became more homogeneous in granulation, with fine and uniform grain formation promoting composite compaction. The oxyacetylene test results showed enhanced oxidation resistance in samples with higher Si3N4 amounts, particularly in the 67 vol% ZrB2–10%ZrC–20%SiC–3%Si3N4 sample, which had the lowest mass erosion rate.
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The Journal of the Spanish Ceramic and Glass Society publishes scientific articles and communications describing original research and reviews relating to ceramic materials and glasses. The main interests are on novel generic science and technology establishing the relationships between synthesis, processing microstructure and properties of materials. Papers may deal with ceramics and glasses included in any of the conventional categories: structural, functional, traditional, composites and cultural heritage. The main objective of the Journal of the Spanish Ceramic and Glass Society is to sustain a high standard research quality by means of appropriate reviewing procedures.