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E3S Web Conf.
Volume 430, 2023
15th International Conference on Materials Processing and Characterization (ICMPC 2023)
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Article Number | 01127 | |
Number of page(s) | 10 | |
DOI | https://doi.org/10.1051/e3sconf/202343001127 | |
Published online | 06 October 2023 |
Innovative Ceramic Forming Techniques for High-Strength, Low-Density Components
1 Department of Computer Science and Engineering, New Horizon College of Engineering Bengaluru, India
2 Institute of Aeronautical Engineering, Hyderabad, India
3 Lloyd Institute of Engineering & Technology, Knowledge Park II, Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh 201306
4 Lloyd Institute of Management and Technology, Plot No.-11, Knowledge Park-II, Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India - 201306
5 Radiology Techniques Department, College of Medical Technology, The Islamic University, Najaf, Iraq
6 Lovely Professional University, Jalandhar-Delhi G.T. Road (NH-1), Phagwara, Punjab ( INDIA ) – 144411
* Corresponding Author: rashmi.naidu5@gmail.com
The development of high-strength, low-density ceramic components is a critical area of research in the field of material sciences and mechanical engineering, with potential applications in aerospace, automotive, and biomedical industries. In this paper, we present innovative ceramic forming techniques that enable the fabrication of high-performance ceramic components with unprecedented mechanical properties. We introduce a novel hybrid approach that combines the advantages of both additive manufacturing and traditional ceramic forming methods, such as slip casting and injection molding. By utilizing a customized ceramic slurry formulation and a modified 3D printing process, we successfully produced complex-shaped components with a uniform microstructure and enhanced mechanical properties. The resulting ceramic components exhibited a significant increase in flexural strength and fracture toughness compared to conventionally processed ceramics, while maintaining a low density. Furthermore, we conducted a comprehensive microstructural analysis using scanning electron microscopy (SEM) and X-ray diffraction (XRD) to elucidate the underlying mechanisms responsible for the improved mechanical performance. The findings of this study provide valuable insights into the potential of innovative ceramic forming techniques for the development of high-strength, low-density ceramic components, and pave the way for their widespread adoption in various engineering applications.
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