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Improved thermal-shock resistance in industrial ceramics -- ScienceDaily
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Ceramic materials are used in nuclear, chemical and electrical power generation industries because of their ability to withstand extreme environments. However, at high temperatures, ceramics are susceptible to thermal-shock fractures caused by rapid temperature-changing events, such as cold water droplet contact with hot surfaces. In a novel interdisciplinary approach, engineers report the use of a cheap, simple, water-repelling coating to prevent thermal shock in ceramics.
Source: https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2018/08/180821112000.htm [sciencedaily.com]
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