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This study proves that initial density gradients have lasting detrimental e
ffects on final dimensional tolerances. X-ray computed tomography has been
used to quantify changes in density following sintering; associated dimensi
onal changes have been monitored using a laser micrometer. Nonuniformities
present in the green state are still present at an overall relative density
of similar to 73%; in fact, these nonuniformities are exaggerated. Major l
osses of dimensional tolerance are triggered by the initial density gradien
ts.