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Molybdenum disilicide matrix composite

US4927792A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateJun 5, 1989
Grant dateMay 22, 1990
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Expiry dateJun 5, 2009

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC04B35/80
  • WIPO fieldMaterials, metallurgy
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A composition consisting of an intermetallic compound, molybdenum disilicide, which is reinforced with VS silicon carbide whiskers dispersed throughout it and a method of making the reinforced composition. Use of the reinforcing material increases fracture toughness at low temperatures and strength at high temperatures, as compared to pure molybdenum disilicide.

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