Influence of Air Plasma Sprayed YSZ Coating on the Thermal and Ablation Behaviour of SiC-Modified Carbon-Phenolic Composites for Re-Entry Space Vehicle Applications

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Cf-PR composites with 3 wt.% SiC-YSZ coating exhibited significant enhancements in thermal stability and ablation resistance.
The study highlights that incorporating YSZ coatings improves the performance of carbon-based composites in high-temperature environments.
Thermogravimetric analysis and oxyacetylene torch tests confirm the superior thermal and ablation properties of the developed composites.
Advanced analytical techniques such as X-ray diffraction and scanning electron microscopy reveal crucial microstructural characteristics.

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Thermal barrier coatings enhance ablation resistance in silicon carbide-modified composites, indicating their feasibility for aerospace use.

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Thermal barrier coatings enhance ablation resistance in silicon carbide-modified composites, indicating their feasibility for aerospace use.