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Method for making porous, crushable core having a porous integral outer barrier layer having a density gradient therein

US4221748A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateJan 25, 1979
Grant dateSep 9, 1980
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Expiry dateJan 25, 1999

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  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB22D27/045
  • WIPO fieldMaterials, metallurgy
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A method for simultaneously forming an integral porous outer barrier layer having a density gradient therein on selected external surfaces of a fired ceramic article and for increasing the porosity content and crushability characteristics thereof embodies the firing of a ceramic compact comprising a reactant fugitive filler material and a ceramic material in a controlled atmosphere.

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