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Record 1 1996-03-27

English

Subject field(s)
  • Technical Textiles
  • Strength of Materials
  • Thermodynamics
CONT

Asbestos is a fiber which has remarkable properties ... but which presents a definite health hazard. It has been possible to replace asbestos fibre in practically 95% of its applications ... The materials chosen in function of their properties as substitution for asbestos are: glass fibres ... ceramic fibres (specially adapted for resisting thermal shocks), thermo-stable fibres (for protective clothing)... .

Key term(s)
  • resisting thermal shocks

French

Domaine(s)
  • Textiles techniques
  • Résistance des matériaux
  • Thermodynamique
CONT

Fibre céramique [est un des produits de substitution à l'amiante]. Sa tenue en température lui permet de couvrir des applications allant de 600°C à 1 200°C. [...] La fibre céramique est utilisée, entre autres, dans les domaines nécessitant une excellente résistance aux chocs thermiques.

Key term(s)
  • résistance au choc thermique

Spanish

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