As a rare metal, zirconium plays a vital role in aerospace and nuclear missile equipment due to its unique physical and chemical properties. The zirconium product series—including zirconia (zirconium oxide), zirconium sponge, zirconium oxychloride, and nano-materials (nano-zirconia)—together with casting modification new materials, provide strong support for performance enhancement and reliability assurance.
First, in the aerospace sector, zirconium series products have demonstrated their unique advantages. Zirconia is frequently used to manufacture critical components such as rocket engine nozzles and combustion chambers due to its high melting point, high hardness, and excellent chemical stability. Zirconium sponge, owing to its superior hydrogen absorption properties, is applied in spacecraft hydrogen storage systems. Furthermore, nano-zirconia, as a novel nanomaterial, possesses a higher specific surface area and greater reactivity, opening up new possibilities for advanced materials and coating technologies in spacecraft.
Zirconium alloys also play a crucial role in the manufacturing of aero-engine and missile components. Their lightweight nature, high strength, and high-temperature durability significantly contribute to enhancing the performance and reliability of the equipment.
