Reaction-controlled effects of (YbxSc1-x)2Si2O7 solid solution against molten calcia-magnesia-aluminosilicate (CMAS) corrosion for environmental barrier coating application

Key Points

• Solid solutions of (YbxSc1-x)2Si2O7 show enhanced resistance to CMAS corrosion, proving effective in environmental applications.
• Tests reveal a notable reduction in corrosion rate when using YbxSc1-x solutions in molten conditions over traditional materials.
• The investigation involved using various concentrations of YbxSc1-x in solid solutions to assess their reaction-controlled effects on CMAS.
• Findings suggest that these solid solutions may play a critical role in enhancing the durability of environmental barrier coatings.