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Silicon Carbide (SiC) Properties and Applications

Silicon carbide is a hard covalently bonded material predominantly produced by the carbothermal reduction of silica (typically using the Acheson process). Several commercial grades of silicon carbide exist such as nitride bonded, sintered, reaction bonded, SiAlON bonded and clay bonded.

From Goodfellow 5 Feb 2001

$Alumina - Aluminium Oxide - Al2O3 - A Refractory Ceramic Oxide$

Alumina - Aluminium Oxide - Al2O3 - A Refractory Ceramic Oxide

Aluminium Oxide (Al2O3) or alumina is one of the most versatile of refractory ceramic oxides and finds use in a wide range of applications. Some applications include refractories, wear and corrosion resistance, cutting tools, milling media and electronic components.

From McDanel Advanced Ceramic Technologies LLC 6 Feb 2001

Vibration and Balancing Solutions for the Aviation Industry

Throughout both the commercial and military aviation industry, jet engine vibration is an everyday concern, as maintenance, repair, and overhaul crews worldwide are responsible with monitoring aircraft engine vibration to ensure flight safety and efficient service.

From MTI Instruments Inc. 11 Apr 2018