yttriumstabilisierte
Yttriumstabilisierte is a term that refers to materials that have been stabilized by the addition of yttrium. This stabilization process is most commonly applied to ceramic materials, particularly zirconium dioxide (ZrO2), also known as zirconia. In its pure form, zirconia undergoes significant phase transformations upon heating and cooling, leading to cracking and instability. The addition of yttrium oxide (Y2O3) inhibits these undesirable phase changes, creating a much more robust and stable ceramic. This stabilized zirconia is often referred to as Yttria-Stabilized Zirconia (YSZ).
YSZ exhibits exceptional properties, including high strength, fracture toughness, hardness, and chemical inertness. It also possesses