Cermet
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈsɜː.mɛt/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Cermet is a noun meaning A composite material composed of ceramic and metal materials, used in such applications as industrial saws and turbine blades.
Meaning
A composite material composed of ceramic and metal materials, used in such applications as industrial saws and turbine blades.
Example Sentences
Among various tribological materials, cermets are known for their excellent wear resistance under unlubricated conditions.
Cutting performance of cermets was improved after development of titanium-molybdenum-carbon-nitrogen and titanium-tungsten-carbon-nitrogen compounds with binders containing nickel, molybdenum, cobalt, or a combination thereof (Ref 3, p.91).
2003, Stephen F. Krar, Arthur Gill, Exploring Advanced Manufacturing Technologies, page 3-2-14, The multi-component alloy cermets, made up of different hard materials and binder elements, have high wear-resistance qualities that result in long tool life.
Word Forms
- cermets
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include metalcraft, coremaker, metalwork, muller, honeycomb, sawgrinder.
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