Strengthening Of Glass By Sol-Gel Coatings

The effects of alkoxide-derived coatings on the bending strength of silica glass were investigated. For densified coatings, increases in strength of 120-130% were found. A model of the strengthening process is proposed.

Author
B D Fabes, D R Uhlmann
Origin
University Of Arizona
Journal Title
J Am Ceram Soc 1990 73 4 978-988
Sector
General
Class
G 405

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Strengthening Of Glass By Sol-Gel Coatings
J Am Ceram Soc 1990 73 4 978-988
G 405
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