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This paper describes the effect of binder removal on the mechanical strengt
h of alumina green samples. These products were prepared by uniaxial pressi
ng of powders spray-dried with poly(vinyl alcohol) used as a binder. Change
in mechanical strength of these compacts was studied during thermal debind
ing. The behaviour was investigated by means of thermogravimetry, DSC and F
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