and platelets-and particulates-SiC reinforced alumina/zirconia matrix composites hot-
pressed at 1500 and 1700∘ C has been studied. The addition of 10 wt% SiC either in the
form of platelets or particulates can obviously improve the thermal fatigue resistance of
alumina/zirconia composites. The damages present after 40 thermal fatigue cycles in the
composites was illustrated by the microstructure examinations and EDX.