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By the end of this chapter, students will be able to...
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Define a ceramic material, and cite typical mechanical, thermal, and electrical properties of ceramics. |
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Describe traditional ceramics and engineering ceramics. |
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Provide a few applications for PZT ceramics. |
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Explain why ceramics are used in capacitors. |
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Cite some applications of ceramics as refractory materials. |
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Explain why ceramics have both high compressive strength and low tensile strength. |
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Compare the hardness of silicon carbide and alumina, and explain why they can be used as abrasive materials. |
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Explain why silica-fiber compound can be used for tiles in the space shuttle. |
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Describe the three steps in manufacturing ceramic materials. |
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Briefly describe the three types of oxides used to fabricate glass. |