International Journal of Self-Propagating High-Temperature Synthesis · 2009 · 15 citations · 26 references
Natural SciencesChemistryMaterials ScienceInorganic ChemistryMaterials ProcessingReaction EngineeringOxidation-reduction ReactionsSolid-state SynthesisBoron CarbideBoron ChemistryCarbide Synthesis
Boron carbide (B4C) powders were synthesized by calciothermic reduction process from the mixtures of borax (or boron trioxide), petroleum coke, and calcium. The synthesized materials were characterized by XRD, SEM, and chemical analysis.
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