Ceramic Matrix Composites
Ceramic Matrix Composites (CMCs) are designed to replace refractory metals and other materials in high temperature applications where erosion or deformations are a concern. The materials are manufactured in net-shape and multi-directionally reinforced billet configurations to suit complex designs in a variety of propulsion and thermal protection applications. Carbon fiber preform and ceramic matrix systems offer an array of design parameters to yield optimal engineered solution for end use. CMCs have been successfully demonstrated in a number of applications, including the NASA Orion Launch Abort System Attitude Control Motor Pad Abort.
Product Details
- Excellent Structural Performance
- Resistance to Thermal Shock
- Lower Density and Thermal Conductivity than Refractory Metals
- Environmental Barrier Coating provides Erosion and Oxidation Resistance at High Temperatures
- Maintains form in demanding operating environment
- Significant weight savings compared to refractory metals in similar application
- Protects actuators and control mechanisms
Application & End Use
- Propulsion and Divert and Attitude Control Systems
- Gas Flow Components
- Thermal Protection Systems and Thrust Control Flaps
Advantages of choosing Ceramic Matrix Composites from FMI
FMI offers high performance CMC’s that are mature technologies (high TRL) and using advanced manufacturing capabilities (high MRL) in scaled production. These materials can be tailored for optimal performance in a range of high temperature applications. Environmental barrier coatings are also available to further enhance material performance. FMI’s Ceramic Matrix Composites are distinguished by:
- Superior resistance to thermal shock
- Excellent structural and or insulative performance
- Lower Density and Thermal Conductivity than Refractory Metals
- Non-ablating performance