Microstructure and Porosity of 3YSZ Solid Electrolyte Prepared Using Organic Polymeric Matrix

Abstract

Two different complexing agents, namely citric acid and gelatin, were used for gel-combustion synthesis of yttria stabilized zirconia. The influence of synthesis conditions on properties of powders and sintered bodies was studied by X-ray Diffraction Analysis (XRD), Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM) and helium pycnometer measurements.

Keywords

• yttria stabilized zirconia
• gel-combustion synthesis
• gelatin complexing agent