Strengthening Sapphire by Compressive Surface Layers

Compressive surface layers were formed on sapphire rods. The methods included glazing and quenching, formation of Al2O3–Cr2O3 solid solution surface layers, and formation of mullite and calcium aluminate surface layers. The presence of the compressive stresses was demonstrated by slotted rod tests....

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Published in:Journal of applied physics 1969-01, Vol.40 (9), p.3445-3452
Main Authors: Kirchner, H. P., Gruver, R. M., Walker, R. E.
Format: Article
Language:English
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Summary:Compressive surface layers were formed on sapphire rods. The methods included glazing and quenching, formation of Al2O3–Cr2O3 solid solution surface layers, and formation of mullite and calcium aluminate surface layers. The presence of the compressive stresses was demonstrated by slotted rod tests. Substantial improvements in flexural strength and thermal shock resistance were observed. The highest average flexural strength was obtained by glazing and quenching and was 340 000 psi. The strengths were measured in the ``as-treated'' and ``as-treated and abraded'' conditions. The abraded samples retain a substantial portion of the improved strength.
ISSN:0021-8979
1089-7550
DOI:10.1063/1.1658217