Advanced Technical Ceramics

Contributors

Preface

Part I Introduction to Ceramics


1 Ceramics: Definitions

I. Introduction

II. Definitions

References


2 Types of Ceramics

I. Introduction

II. Classification by Chemical Composition

III. Classification by Minerals

IV. Classification by Molding Technique

V. Additional Ways to Classify Ceramics

References


3 Synthetic Raw Materials for Ceramics

I. Introduction

II. General Issues Concerning Powders for Ceramics

III. Major Materials for Ceramics

References


4 Production Processes for Ceramics

I. Introduction

II. Preparing the Body

III. The Molding Process

IV. The Firing Process

V. Issues for the Near Future in Ceramics Production Techniques

References


5 Evaluating Ceramics

I. Introduction

II. Mechanical Properties

III. Thermal Properties

References

Part II Properties and Applications of Ceramics


6 Electrical and Electronic Properties

I. Introduction

II. Insulating Properties

III. Semiconductors

IV. High-Conductivity Ceramics

V. Superconductors

VI. Ionic Conduction

References


7 Magnetic Properties

I. Introduction

II. Ferrite: An Oxide Magnetic Material

III. Summary of Characteristics

IV. Soft Magnetic Ferrite

V. Hard Ferrite

VI. Semihard Magnetic Ferrite

VII. Ferrite for Microwave Use

References


8 Thermal Properties

I. Theory of Thermal Properties

II. Ceramics That Exploit Thermal Properties

References


9 Chemical Properties

I. Introduction

II. Chemical Sensors

III. Chemical Batteries and Electric Double-Layer Capacitors

IV. Chemical Pumps

V. Electrochromism

VI. High-Temperature Steam Electrolysis

VII. Catalysts

References


10 Optical Properties

I. Noncrystalline Substances

II. Crystals

References


11 Biological Applications

I. Metallic Implants

II. Biological Practice in Optimizing Implants

III. Carbon and Ceramic Systems

IV. Medical Applications

V. Conclusion

References


12 Mechanical Properties

I. Strength of Materials

II. Mechanical Properties of Today's Ceramics

III. Ceramic Parts for Automobiles

IV. Engines

References

Part III Machining Methods


13 Precision Machining Methods for Ceramics

I. Introduction

II. Cutting

III. Grinding

IV. Lapping and Polishing

V. Laser Processing

VI. Other Machining Methods

References

Appendix: Chronology of the Development of Advanced Ceramics

Index