Processing, Characterization and Applications of Ceramic Matrix Composites

Dear Colleagues,

Ceramic–matrix composites are ceramic-based materials reinforced with a secondary reinforcing phase that can be other ceramics, fibers, a carbonaceous material, polymer or metal, which create interphases providing non-brittle fracture. CMCs can combine properties of the components providing much better capabilities and performance than the corresponding single constituents. Consequently, they have applications in multiple domains, such as aerospace propulsion, aircraft and automobile components, high-temperature heat exchange, nuclear technology, and many others.

In this context, new solutions for sustainable growth of ceramic–matrix components which are more environmentally friendly are increasingly required. This Special Issue is devoted to all aspects involved in the processing, characterization and applications of ceramic–matrix composites, and therefore, papers encouraging novel aspects of the different steps of their manufacture, characterization, including microstructure, properties and applications are welcome. Contributors are required to submit original, high-quality papers on their current progress in fundamental and applied science aspects related to CMCs and, in particular, contributions focusing on the relationships between processing, microstructure and properties facing the final application and in-service behavior.

Prof. Dr. Rodrigo Moreno
Prof. Dr. Oscar Rubem Klegues Montedo
Guest Editors

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• ceramic–matrix composites
• fibers
• processing
• ceramics
• coatings
• laminates
• structural applications
• thermal barrier coatings