what is sintering process

Sintering is a heat treatment process where loose material is subjected to high temperature and pressure to compact it into a solid piece without melting it to the point of liquefaction. This process is used in the manufacturing of metals, ceramics, plastics, and other materials. The material produced by sintering is called sinter. Sintering is important in various applications, including producing components of great hardness, toughness, and precision, as well as intricate shapes and geometries that are hard to achieve using other methods