Review of Ceramic Composites in Aeronautical and Aerospace: A Multifunctional Approach for TPS, TBC and DBD Applications

This research review looks at how advanced ceramic matrix composites (CMCs) are being developed and used in key aerospace systems, focusing on their multiple functions. It examines three main uses: thermal protection systems (TPS) for re‑entry, thermal barrier coatings (TBC) for hot gas‑turbine parts, and dielectric barrier discharge (DBD) plasma actuators for active flow control. By studying how thermomechanical, thermoelectric, and electromechanical properties work together, the study shows how engineered ceramics improve structural reliability, durability, and life under harsh conditions. The method compares material compositions such as ultra‑high‑temperature ceramics (UHTCs) and silicon‑carbide‑based composites, looking at how they degrade, resist thermal shock, and perform electrically. The review also discusses the difficulty

of characterizing these materials and of building multi‑physics models that predict behavior under combined thermal, mechanical, and electrical loads. In the end, it offers practical guidance for choosing and modeling advanced ceramic structures, creating a base framework for future simulation work and experimental testing of multifunctional materials in next‑generation aerospace vehicles.

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