A report concerning the formation of SiO2(OH)x particles through the controlled hydrolytic decomposition of siloxane precursors is given. The preparation of relatively flat objects by wet pressing is discussed together with specific sintering steps used to make clear silica monoliths.
Origin
Centro Atomico Bariloche, Ciba-Geigy Ag, Battele-Europe, Chisso Co
Journal Title
Bol Soc Esp Ceram Vidr 1991 39 4 245 - 249
Sector
Special Glass
Class
S 592