Applications and Processing of Ceramics — Chapter 13 Summary from Callister’s Materials Science and Engineering
Applications and Processing of Ceramics — Chapter 13 Summary from Callister’s Materials Science and Engineering Chapter 13 of Materials Science and Engineering by William D. Callister, Jr. and David G. Rethwisch explores the wide world of ceramic materials, covering their diverse applications, types, and specialized processing techniques. Ceramics—known for their hardness, brittleness, and thermal stability—play essential roles in both traditional uses (like pottery and bricks) and advanced technology (such as electronics, abrasives, and MEMS devices). Watch the full podcast-style summary below, and subscribe to Last Minute Lecture for comprehensive chapter-by-chapter guides to key engineering textbooks! Types of Ceramics and Their Applications Glasses: Noncrystalline silicates valued for optical transparency and versatility in containers, windows, lenses, and fiberglass. Glass-Ceramics: Fine-grained polycrystalline materials formed by controlled crystallization...