Micromechanics of Interfaces in High Temperature Ceramics

Abstract

Results of the initial phase of a program to investigate the micromechanics of interfaces are summarized. Model experiments have been devised and implemented to follow crack propagation in a fiber reinforced transparent matrix by visual observations and electrical resistance of the fiber. In addition, pull-out test on the same composites have been carried out with several matrix-fiber interface modifications. Some success has been achieved in separating debonding and frictional components at the interface. We also report on the very early stage of experiments that have been initiated to study the in- situ debonding behavior during pull-out in a ceramic composite by utilizing a photo-elastic technique. Ceramic, Acrylic, Steel wire, Fracture, Debonding friction constant, Photoelastic, Mechanical behavior, Composite materials.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Feb 28, 1990
Accession Number
ADA222027

Entities

People

  • John O. Brittain
  • Katherine Faber
  • Toshio Mura

Organizations

  • Northwestern University

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Communities of Interest

  • Air Platforms
  • C4I
  • Human Systems

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Ceramic Matrix Composites
  • Composite Materials
  • Crack Propagation
  • Crack Tips
  • Electrical Resistance
  • Engineering
  • Fabrication
  • Materials
  • Materials Processing
  • Materials Science
  • Materials Testing
  • Measurement
  • Mechanical Working
  • Mechanics
  • Micromechanics
  • Surface Finishing
  • Surface Properties

Fields of Study

  • Materials science

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