A two-step process for making preform and SiC/Si3N4/SiC ceramics.
One-step pyrolysis and siliconization treatment at 1600 °C/4 h.
SiC/Si3N4 preform containing in situ grown Si3N4 whiskers.
Isotropic physical and thermal properties contrary to bio-mimetic ceramics.
Densification using chemical vapor infiltration for higher densities.