Theory

Ceramics:

A ceramic is an inorganic non-metallic solid made up of either metal or non-metal compounds

that have been shaped and then hardened by heating to high temperatures. In general, they are
hard, corrosion-resistant and brittle.

They are more resistant to high temperature and harsh environment than metals and polymers.
They are hard but very brittle. Most frequently silicates, oxides, nitrides and carbides.

Applications of Ceramics:

Ceramics are all around us. This category of materials includes things like tile, bricks, plates,
glass, and toilets. Ceramics can be found in products like watches, snow skies, automobiles
and phone lines. They can also be found on space shuttles. Ceramics can also be formed to
serve as electrically conductive materials, objects allowing electricity to pass through their
mass, or insulators, materials preventing the flow of electricity. Some ceramics, like
superconductors, also display magnetic properties. (1)

The Engineering sector has different requirements for ceramic components. In addition to
high mechanical strength, wear resistance, thermal and electrical insulation and thermal
conductivity come into play. If required, simple components such as flanges, bolts and washers
are manufactured and realized in technical ceramics. (2)
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