...-fiber, fiber strength, defects, Weibull strength distribution, slow crack growth, high temperature, creep, relaxation Introduction The mechanical behavior of unidirectionally SiC-fiber reinforced titanium alloys (tmc s: titanium matrix composites) loaded in fiber direction is strongly influenced...

...L Chuck; GA Graves Presently, continuous-fiber ceramic composites (CFCCs) are considered leading candidate materials for many high-temperature applications, such as high-pressure heat exchangers, radiant burner tubes, and engine combustors. To adequately evaluate these materials...