Abstract
The effects of fabrication method on the microstructure and sinterability of W-1 wt% Y₂O₃ were analyzed. W composite powders dispersed with Y₂O₃ particles were synthesized by the ultrasonic spray pyrolysis process or the ultrasonic spray pyrolysis/polymer solution process. A dense composite was fabricated by a combination of spark plasma sintering..... More

Abstract
The powder microstructure and sintering behavior of W prepared by ultrasonic spray pyrolysis and spark plasma sintering were investigated. Fine-grained W powders were synthesized by ultrasonic spray pyrolysis using an ammonium metatungstate hydrate solution and hydrogen reduction. The XRD analysis of the powder, pyrolyzed below 600 ^oC, showed tungsten oxide..... More