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Preparation of substantially crystalline silicon carbide fibers from polycarbosilane

US5071600A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateJan 16, 1990
Grant dateDec 10, 1991
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Expiry dateJan 16, 2010

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC04B35/571
  • WIPO fieldMaterials, metallurgy
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

This invention relates to the preparation of thermally stable, substantially polycrystalline silicon carbide ceramic fibers derived from a polycarbosilane resin. The unexpected thermal stability of these fibers is achieved by the incorporation of boron prior to ceramification.

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