sol-gel technology

Peculiarities of Phase Formation in Sol-Gel Powders of the СaО–ZrO2–Nb2O5–SiO2 System

The phase composition of xerogel powders of the CaO–ZrO2–Nb2O5–SiO2 system after heat treatment at 1273 K with different Nb2O5 content was established. The temperatures of the physical and chemical processes occurring during the powders heating were determined. It was found that the complete replacement of ZrO2 by Nb2O5 resulted in the formation of niobium-containing phases with a change in the structure of the powders.

Peculiarities of formation of sol-gel coatings based on water glass

The work deals with the development of compositions of protective, insulating and decorative glass coatings, as well as coating formation using sol-gel technology. Conditions for the preparing of homogeneous colloidal solutions necessary for the formation of coatings and coating properties have been determined. The peculiarities of glass coating formation based on water glass have been developed.