A feasibility study of a relatively simple and economical method for producing functionally graded thermal barrier coatings using the Wet Powder (Slurry) and Sintering method showed promising results. This method is relatively undeveloped and under utilised compared to more expensive techniques such as chemical vapour deposition, physical vapour deposition, plasma spraying and powder metallurgy. It utilizes a pressurized spray gun to spray a slurry mixture of the powdered coating material ...