Polymer Derived Ceramics presents the foundations of the science of polymer derived ceramics, enriched with many descriptions of applications.

The text is a systematic, comprehensive introduction to all phases of polymer derived ceramics from synthesis strategies through properties measurement, and applications. New material is given on the nanolevel structure of PDCs, and it is shown how nano-sized modifications can alter and improve the properties of polymer derived ceramics, including high chemical durability, oxidation resistance, luminescence, and piezo-resistivity.

Groundbreaking work is also described on novel precursors such as stoichiometric SiC, BN, and SiBCN ceramics. In terms of technology, this volume explains how PDCs are fabricated and how these novel materials are used in membranes, filters, MEMS, fibers, and micro-components.

Features:

• Covers synthesis, structure, properties and applications
• Strategies for characterizing and synthesizing PDCs
• Original research on pre-ceramic PDC precursors

Contents

1. Historical Review of the Development of Polymer Derived Ceramics (PDCs)

• General Remarks
• History

2. Synthesis and Properties of Preceramic Polymers

• Chemical Design of Preceramic Polymers
• Rheology of Preceramic Polymers
• Polymer-to-Ceramic Transformation

3. Microstructure Evolution and Characterization

• Microstructure and Characterization Techniques
• The SiCN System
• The SiBCN System
• The SiCO System
• Modelling Approaches of Amorphous SiCO

4. Properties

• Thermal Stability: Decomposition and Crystallization
• Mechanical Properties
• Optical Properties
• Electrical Properties
• Magnetic Properties
• Metal Containing Precursor Ceramics with Catalytic Potentials
• Oxidation Behaviour of Polymer-Derived Ceramics

5. Processing and Applications

• Pressing, Extrusion and Injection Molding
• Filler Systems (Bulk Components and Nano-Composites)
• Fibers
• Coatings
• Joining
• Highly Porous Components
• Membranes
• Composite Fabrication and CMCs
• Microfabrication and MEMS/NEMS
• Synthesis Under High-pressure High-temperature Conditions
• Non-conventional Pyrolysis and Processing

6. Novel Developments and Future Outlook

Index

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