Microwave Enhanced Diffusion,
Abstract
The observation of more rapid reaction and/or sintering during microwave processing of ceramics has lead to speculation that microwave processing results in 'enhanced diffusion' . The loss mechanisms by which microwaves interact with a crystal lattice have been reviewed. These mechanisms were evaluated with regard to the atomic theory of diffusion. The potential for these loss mechanisms to influence atomic diffusion, and thus produce enhancement will be discussed. Existing evidence, both direct and indirect, regarding microwave enhanced diffusion has been reviewed and will be discussed along with recent experimental data.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Apr 27, 1992
- Accession Number
- ADP007723
Entities
People
- J. D. Katz
- R. D. Blake
- V. M. Kenkre
Organizations
- Los Alamos National Laboratory