Reactive Diffusion in the Ni-Si System: Phase Sequence and Formation of Metal-Rich Phases

Abstract:

• Periodical: Defect and Diffusion Forum (Volumes 237-240)
• Pages: 825-836
• DOI: https://doi.org/10.4028/www.scientific.net/DDF.237-240.825
• Online since: April 2005
• Authors: C. Lavoie, C. Coia, François M. d'Heurle, Christophe Detavernier, C. Cabral, P. Desjardins, A.J. Kellock
• Keywords: Metal-Rich Phases, Nickel Silicide, Nucleation, Phase Formation, Reactive Diffusion

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