Sequential silica- and phosphate-assisted zirconia coating for phase stabilization of micrometer-sized platy γ-alumina

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• Phase stabilization of γ-alumina is significantly improved with sequential silica and phosphate-assisted zirconia coating.
• The zirconia coating resulted in an increase in thermal resistance and durability of the micrometer-sized platy γ-alumina.
• Assessment using advanced coating techniques shows how silica and phosphate interact to enhance phase stability.
• This finding highlights the potential for better-performing materials in industrial applications, with insights for future research.