The investigations applied the original concept of the formation of materials as hybrid gradient composites. Two innovative technologies were used: formation by centrifugal slip casting and sintering with varying proportions of the liquid phase. This allowed us to create a gradient microstructure. This article presents the study of Al2O3-Cu-Mo gradient composites. This work aimed to determine the effect of the metallic phase content on the composite’s microstructure and basic properties. The most critical element of the study will be determining the ability to control the location and flow of the liquid phase during the sintering process. The research demonstrated that adding a third component in the form of Mo reduces the liquid Cu flow onto the surface of the composites during the sintering process. In this research, we achieve results with high cognitive value.
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