Non-Oxide Ceramic Matrix Composites
COI Ceramics, Inc. (COIC) is a leading developer and manufacturer of non-oxide ceramic matrix composites, produced using the Polymer Infiltration & Pyrolysis (PIP) process. This process is a versatile and robust manufacturing method that is well-suited for the fabrication of complex-shaped components. The PIP process takes advantage of the shaping capability afforded by a combination of polymeric and ceramic process steps.
COIC offers a number of non-oxide Ceramic Matrix Composites (CMCs) materials that incorporate various types of Silicon Carbide (SiC) and carbon reinforcing fibers, SiC/Silicon Nitride (Si3N4) matrix chemistries, and matrix modifiers. By selecting various combinations of these constituents, ceramic matrix composites (CMCs) can be produced with tailored properties for a broad range of industries and applications. Typically, constituents are chosen based on application-specific operating conditions such as temperature, environment, mechanical stresses, and lifetime requirements.
Benefits
Physical Attributes
- High Temperature Capability
- High Shear Stress Capability
- Dense Matrix (>95%)
- Wear Resistance
Reinforcing Fiber Flexibility
- S200 - CG Nicalon
- S200H - Hi-Nicalon
- S300 - Sylramic SiC
- S400 - Carbon
BN-Based Fiber Interface Coating
Typically Used For
Honeycomb Panels
Military Aircraft Propulsion Exhaust
Thermal Protection System
Material Comparisons
Material Name | Fibers | Fiber Interface | Matrix | Maturity |
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S200 | CG Nicalon™ (1) | BN-Based | SiNC (a) | Flight Testing |
S200H | Hi-Nicalon | BN-Based | SiNC (a) | NASA Database |
S300 | Sylramicâ„¢ SiC (2) | BN-Based | SiC + Si3N4 (b) | NASA Database |
S400 | Carbon | Carbon | SiC + Si3N4 (b) | NASA Database |
S400N | Carbon | Carbon | SiNC (a) | NASA Database |
(1) CG Nicalon, Hi-Nicalon trademarks of NGS Advanced Fibers Co., Ltd.; (2) Sylramic trademark of COI Ceramics, Inc.; (a) amorphous matrix; (b) crystalline matrix. |
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