Abstract: W / Cu functionally gradient materials (FGMs) containing 1% La2O3 and 1% TiC were prepared using graded sintering under ultra-high pressure (GSUHP). The specimens have been found to exhibit low porosity (11.57% and 11.35%, respectively). Shearing strength of the specimens between layers is good. Moreover, the specimens have still demonstrated good performance in testing thermal-shock resistance. When power density of laser is 200MWm-2, the specimens have been tested for thermal-shock resistance (1000 times); the specimens that contained 1% La2O3 were not subjected to damage, whereas those that contained 1% TiC began to crack. Finally, effect of additives on thermal-shock resistance was also preliminarily discussed.

Key words: W/Cu, FGMs, GSUHP, shearing strength