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Engineered ceramics support the past, present, and future of aerospace ambitions
Engineered ceramics play key roles in aerospace applications, from structural components to protective coatings that can withstand the high-temperature, reactive environments. Perhaps the earliest success of ceramics in aerospace applications was the use of yttria-stabilized zirconia (YSZ) as thermal barrier coatings (TBCs) on nickel-based superalloys for turbine engine applications. These…
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Aerospace ceramics: Global markets to 2029
The global market for aerospace ceramics was valued at $5.3 billion in 2023 and is expected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.0% to reach $8.2 billion by the end of 2029. According to the International Energy Agency, the aviation industry was responsible for 2.5% of…
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Innovations in access and technology secure clean water around the world
Food, water, and shelter—the basic necessities of life—are scarce for millions of people around the world. Yet even when these resources are technically obtainable, they may not be available in a format that supports healthy living. Approximately 115 million people worldwide depend on untreated surface water for their daily needs,…
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Ceramics in medicine: Engineering materials that heal
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Manufacturing considerations for the next generation of engineered ceramics
For millennia, ceramics were largely utilized in their natural form, with basic heat treatments the main process affecting their final structure and properties. But as scientific understanding of materials and manufacturing methods advanced, scientists gained the ability to design highly engineered ceramics with unique and specialized characteristics. The advent of…
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International Day of Ceramics: Celebrating the importance of ceramics in modern society
Dear ACerS members and readers, Since ancient times, ceramics have played a foundational role in the evolution of human society. Sun-dried clay bricks were used to construct permanent living structures in early agricultural settlements, from the circular dwellings in Jericho to the monumental adobe architecture in Peru. As civilizations developed…
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Indium oxide semiconductors for low-power AI systems
The world’s digital data volume is expanding rapidly, driven by the adoption of big data and artificial intelligence-based systems. With this expansion, the energy required to operate data centers is also increasing. As a result, scientists and engineers must develop new computer components and paradigms that can enable both high…
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Tradition and transformation in architectural glass
Glass has captivated artists, architects, and craftsmen for centuries, not only for its practical uses but also for its aesthetic possibilities. From Gothic cathedrals to Art Nouveau mansions, decorative glass plays a vital role in architectural design. Traditional techniques for imbuing glass with decorative designs and colors, such as sandblasting,…
