Published 1977 | Version v1
Journal article

System Zirconia-Scandia

  • 1. Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, OH

Description

The system zirconia-scandia was investigated using x-ray diffraction analysis, differential thermal analysis, metallographic analysis, and melting point studies. Results reveal the monoclinic α1 phase (0 to 2 mol % Sc2O3), the tetragonal α2' phase (5 to 8% Sc2O3), the rhombohedral β phase (9 to 13% Sc2O3), the rhombohedral γ phase (15 to 23% Sc2O3), the rhombohedral delta phase (24 to 40% Sc2O3), and the cubic epsilon phase (77.5 to 100% Sc2O3). The monoclinic α1 phase and the tetragonal α2' phase were found to transform to the tetragonal α2 phase over a wide temperature range depending on composition. The β, γ, and α phases transformed to a cubic phase at temperatures of approx. = 6000, 11000, and 13000C, respectively. A maximum melting point of approx. = 28700C was found at approx. = 10% Sc2O3 and a eutectic at approx. = 24000C at 55% Sc2O3

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Journal Title
J. Am. Ceram. Soc.
Journal Volume
60
Journal Issue
9-10
Series
J. Am. Ceram. Soc.
Journal Page Range
399-403