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Talks and Poster Presentations (with Proceedings-Entry):

S. Kütäubel, T. Konegger, R. Haubner:
"Optimization of the slip-casting process for the fabrication of polymer-derived ceramic microparts";
Poster: Junior Scientist Conference 2010, Vienna; 04-07-2010 - 04-09-2010; in: "Proceedings of the Junior Scientist Conference 2010", Vienna University of Technology, Vienna, Austria (2010), ISBN: 978-3-200-01797-9; 219 - 220.



English abstract:
A slip-casting process for the manufacturing of polysilazane-derived ceramic microparts with alumina fillers was investigated. The first aim was to produce stable powder suspensions in cyclohexane using polyvinyl pyrrolidone as dispersant. A sedimentation test was performed to characterize suspension stability. The best results could be achieved when using an ultrasonic processor for 2 h or a magnetic stirrer for 24 h.
A high accuracy in reproducing small features was obtained in a slip-casting process with self-made polydimethylsiloxane (PDMS) soft moulds and a subsequent cross-linking of the polymer at 110 °C for 72 h.

Keywords:
polymer-derived ceramics, polysilazane, slip-casting