A state-of-the-art review on alumina toughened zirconia ceramic composites

Alumina-zirconia composites (ATZs) are a class of advanced ceramics that have attracted significant attention due to their excellent mechanical properties. These properties make ATZs suitable for a wide range of applications. This review provides a comprehensive overview of the current state of unde...

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Main Authors: Abbas M.K.G., Ramesh S., Tasfy S.F.H., Lee K.Y.S.
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spelling my.uniten.dspace-338782024-10-14T11:17:22Z A state-of-the-art review on alumina toughened zirconia ceramic composites Abbas M.K.G. Ramesh S. Tasfy S.F.H. Lee K.Y.S. 24476291800 7103211834 37067940700 57221177925 Alumina Alumina-toughened zirconia Sintering additive Y-TZP Zirconia Additives Aluminum oxide Density (specific gravity) Sintered alumina Sintering Alumina ceramic Alumina content Alumina-toughened zirconium Alumina/zirconia composites Property Sintering additives Sintering condition Sintering temperatures Y-TZP Zirconia ceramic Zirconia Alumina-zirconia composites (ATZs) are a class of advanced ceramics that have attracted significant attention due to their excellent mechanical properties. These properties make ATZs suitable for a wide range of applications. This review provides a comprehensive overview of the current state of understanding of ATZs. The review begins with a brief introduction to the properties of zirconia and alumina ceramics. The different methods for combining zirconia and alumina ceramics are then discussed. The effects of sintering conditions on the tetragonal phase stability, densification, mechanical properties, evolution of microstructural and grain size of the alumina toughened zirconia are also presented. Previous studies have reached a consensus on the influence of sintering temperature, sintering time, and alumina content on the properties of ATZ composites. Generally, elevating sintering temperatures and prolonging sintering times result in heightened densities and improved mechanical properties. However, the impact of alumina content is less straightforward, as divergent findings exist, some studies indicate that higher alumina contents correspond to diminished properties, while others reveal no significant effect. Additionally, the sintering method emerges as a pivotal determinant impacting the properties of ATZ ceramics. Notably, microwave sintering has demonstrated superiority over traditional methods, yielding heightened properties. Optimal density and mechanical properties of ATZ composites can be achieved through meticulous control of sintering conditions. By comprehending the factors influencing ATZ, the production of ATZ composites tailored to specific applications becomes attainable, offering the prospect of desired properties. � 2023 The Authors Final 2024-10-14T03:17:22Z 2024-10-14T03:17:22Z 2023 Review 10.1016/j.mtcomm.2023.106964 2-s2.0-85169976304 https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-85169976304&doi=10.1016%2fj.mtcomm.2023.106964&partnerID=40&md5=18767d198a911600066b0dfd4d054273 https://irepository.uniten.edu.my/handle/123456789/33878 37 106964 All Open Access Hybrid Gold Open Access Elsevier Ltd Scopus
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topic Alumina
Alumina-toughened zirconia
Sintering additive
Y-TZP
Zirconia
Additives
Aluminum oxide
Density (specific gravity)
Sintered alumina
Sintering
Alumina ceramic
Alumina content
Alumina-toughened zirconium
Alumina/zirconia composites
Property
Sintering additives
Sintering condition
Sintering temperatures
Y-TZP
Zirconia ceramic
Zirconia
spellingShingle Alumina
Alumina-toughened zirconia
Sintering additive
Y-TZP
Zirconia
Additives
Aluminum oxide
Density (specific gravity)
Sintered alumina
Sintering
Alumina ceramic
Alumina content
Alumina-toughened zirconium
Alumina/zirconia composites
Property
Sintering additives
Sintering condition
Sintering temperatures
Y-TZP
Zirconia ceramic
Zirconia
Abbas M.K.G.
Ramesh S.
Tasfy S.F.H.
Lee K.Y.S.
A state-of-the-art review on alumina toughened zirconia ceramic composites
description Alumina-zirconia composites (ATZs) are a class of advanced ceramics that have attracted significant attention due to their excellent mechanical properties. These properties make ATZs suitable for a wide range of applications. This review provides a comprehensive overview of the current state of understanding of ATZs. The review begins with a brief introduction to the properties of zirconia and alumina ceramics. The different methods for combining zirconia and alumina ceramics are then discussed. The effects of sintering conditions on the tetragonal phase stability, densification, mechanical properties, evolution of microstructural and grain size of the alumina toughened zirconia are also presented. Previous studies have reached a consensus on the influence of sintering temperature, sintering time, and alumina content on the properties of ATZ composites. Generally, elevating sintering temperatures and prolonging sintering times result in heightened densities and improved mechanical properties. However, the impact of alumina content is less straightforward, as divergent findings exist, some studies indicate that higher alumina contents correspond to diminished properties, while others reveal no significant effect. Additionally, the sintering method emerges as a pivotal determinant impacting the properties of ATZ ceramics. Notably, microwave sintering has demonstrated superiority over traditional methods, yielding heightened properties. Optimal density and mechanical properties of ATZ composites can be achieved through meticulous control of sintering conditions. By comprehending the factors influencing ATZ, the production of ATZ composites tailored to specific applications becomes attainable, offering the prospect of desired properties. � 2023 The Authors
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Abbas M.K.G.
Ramesh S.
Tasfy S.F.H.
Lee K.Y.S.
format Review
author Abbas M.K.G.
Ramesh S.
Tasfy S.F.H.
Lee K.Y.S.
author_sort Abbas M.K.G.
title A state-of-the-art review on alumina toughened zirconia ceramic composites
title_short A state-of-the-art review on alumina toughened zirconia ceramic composites
title_full A state-of-the-art review on alumina toughened zirconia ceramic composites
title_fullStr A state-of-the-art review on alumina toughened zirconia ceramic composites
title_full_unstemmed A state-of-the-art review on alumina toughened zirconia ceramic composites
title_sort state-of-the-art review on alumina toughened zirconia ceramic composites
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