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This paper describes the methods of synthesis of silicon nitride powders used today in industry, and the characteristics of such raw materials available for production of ceramics. The compaction behaviour and the sinterability of the various categories of powder are compared and discussed, taking into account their chemical purity, and their particle size and morphology. The mechanical properties of materials densified either by conventional sintering or by hot-pressing are assessed in terms of microstructural features.
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Cambier, F., Leriche, A., Gilbart, E., Brook, R.J., Riley, F.L. (1990). Silicon Nitride: Relations between Powder Characteristics and Sinterability. In: Freer, R. (eds) The Physics and Chemistry of Carbides, Nitrides and Borides. NATO ASI Series, vol 185. Springer, Dordrecht. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-94-009-2101-6_2
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