Generality
Ceramics are commonly associated to inorganic and non-metallic materials.
Their fields of application are very wide and they are used for many
applications thanks to their outstanding properties.
Two categories can generally be distinguished to distinguish ceramics:
• Traditional ceramics: generally prepared from natural raw
materials such as clays. This is one of the first materials shaped by
human.
• Technical ceramics: prepared from transformed or synthesized raw
materials in order to reach particular properties.
The following images give an overview of traditional and technical
ceramics applications and properties.
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Traditional Ceramics
Technical Ceramics
