Abstract: A coating composition for use with ceramic composites to reduce gas permeability of the composites as well as provide an adhesive force to the composites. The composite contains a base fabric of aluminoborosilicate fibers coated with first a carbonaceous layer, followed by a layer of silicon carbide, and a layer of a mixture of silicon carbide, aluminum phosphate, and aluminoborosilicate particles.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
April 12, 1991
Date of Patent:
November 9, 1993
Assignee:
Minnesota Mining and Manufacturing Company