# Phase Transition Unveiled in Multi-Component Ceramic

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**Created:** [June 14, 2024, 2:18pm UTC](https://community.materialssquare.com/t/phase-transition-unveiled-in-multi-component-ceramic/409 "2024-06-14T14:18:53Z")\
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Researchers from Tsinghua University and Harbin Institute of Technology have investigated the phase decomposition in multi-component carbide ceramics, focusing on the impact of carbon content. Using spark plasma sintering, they fabricated (TiZrVNb)C\_x ceramics and discovered that reducing carbon content leads to spinodal-like decomposition. This process creates Zr-rich and Zr-poor phases with high dislocation densities, enhancing mechanical properties like hardness and strength. Their findings provide insights for designing and optimizing ultra-high temperature ceramics for aerospace and nuclear applications.

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> **[Phase Transition Unveiled in Multi-Component Ceramic](https://www.miragenews.com/phase-transition-unveiled-in-multi-component-1256468/)**
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> With the development of aerospace and nuclear industries, the performance requirements for ultra-high temperature materials are becoming more and more