An Overview of Silicon Carbide: Part II

An Overview of Silicon Carbide: Part II

As discussed in part I, silicon carbide (SiC or carborundum) is a very versatile material used in many applications, from the production of bulletproof vests to the aerospace industry. SiC was first used in the 1800s as an abrasive material, and today precision...
An Overview of Silicon Carbide: Part I

An Overview of Silicon Carbide: Part I

There are many types of ceramics used in multiple applications. One of these ceramics is silicon carbide (SiC), which is commonly listed as a technical ceramic. All ceramics fall under the umbrella of “inorganic solids,” and technical ceramics have the highest...