Permeability and structure of cellular ceramics: A comparison between two preparation techniques

This work presents a comparative study of structural and aerodynamic properties of cellular ceramics prepared by two different techniques: the ceramic replication of an organic substrate and the gelcasting of foams. Permeability constants calculated from Ergun's equation were related to their apparent porosity and pore size. The technique of gelcasting of foams yielded structures as porous as the replication technique does, but with smaller pores and a fully densified strut. This type of structure ensures a higher mechanical strength without a significant decrease in the permeability.