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Figure 10.15. Sequence of three different electrode insulation caps for the processing of a
FGM cup insert in fi ve steps. Step 1: deposition of the outer pure alumina layer. Step 2: deposi-
tion of gradient layer. Step 3: deposition of inner Al 2 O 3 /ZrO 2 composite up to the insulating
cap. Step 4: insulating cap is changed and the second gradient layer is deposited up to the
insulating cap. Step 5: insulating cap is changed and a pure alumina layer is deposited up to
the insulating cap. [Anné, 2005a].
Figure 10.16. FGM cup insert, made by EPD. [Anné, 2005a].