Processing, microstructure, properties, and applications of MoSi2-containing composites: a review

Intermetallic molybdenum disilicide (MoSi 2 ) possesses unique physical, chemical, thermal, and mechanical properties that make it compatible with some ceramics (SiC, Al O 3 metals (Cu, Al) to manufacture composite materials. Its current applications, chiefly limited heating elements, can be expanded if its are judiciously combined those of other materials like SiC or produce ceramic- metal-matrix composites improved mechanical, functional, even multifunctional properties. This review presents a perspective on the feasibility manufacturing metallic-based MoSi A comprehensive discussion pros cons liquid-state solid-state processing routes for resulting typical microstructures is presented. Although has been studied more than five decades, was not until recently industrial applications demanding high temperature corrosion resistance started utilizing as bulk material coating. Furthermore, beyond traditional use due thermal properties, most recent include contact in microelectronic components circuits optoelectronics. The short-term global growth predicted elements market expected significantly impact possible new considering potential reuse recyclability. prospective assessment application recycled