Keramikkomposit

Keramikkomposit, often shortened to ceramic composite, refers to a class of composite materials engineered by combining ceramic materials with other components, typically reinforcing fibers or particles, to achieve enhanced properties. These materials leverage the inherent strengths of ceramics, such as high hardness, wear resistance, and thermal stability, while mitigating their brittleness. The reinforcement phase, which can be metallic, polymeric, or even other ceramic materials in different forms, aims to improve fracture toughness, tensile strength, and impact resistance.

The fabrication of keramikkomposit materials involves various methods, including powder metallurgy techniques like sintering and hot pressing, as well as infiltration processes where a liquid matrix infiltrates a porous ceramic preform. The choice of constituent materials and manufacturing process significantly influences the final properties of the composite. For instance, carbon fibers embedded in a silicon carbide matrix create a material with exceptional strength-to-weight ratio and high-temperature performance.

Applications for keramikkomposit are diverse and growing, driven by their superior performance characteristics. They are utilized in aerospace for engine components and thermal protection systems, in the automotive industry for brake discs and engine parts, and in industrial settings for cutting tools and wear-resistant coatings. Their use in medical implants is also a significant area of research and development due to their biocompatibility and mechanical integrity. The ongoing evolution of keramikkomposit materials promises further advancements in these and other demanding applications.