A discrete element model for the elastic and fracture behavior of partially sintered ceramics is…
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Adhesion of ceramic plates with geopolymer
The detachment of ceramic tiles from buildings is a problem that still persists in several…
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USGS data on world mineral pigments shows output falling everywhere
Every January, the US Geological Survey (USGS) is one of the first information sources to…
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Flexural strength evaluation of nonconstant thickness ceramic floorings by means of the finite-element method
The ceramic tile industry has become an extremely competitive sector. The entry of new Asian…
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Factors affecting the implementation rates of energy and productivity recommendations in small and medium sized companies
The Industrial Assessment Center (IAC) at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee has worked with more than…
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The use of sewage sludge and marble residues in the manufacture of ceramic tile bodies
The substitution of clayey raw materials for other wastes, in this case urban sewage sludge…
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Fast firing of tiles containing paper mill sludge, glass cullet and clay
The paper describes results obtained in the development of a previous research. We study here,…
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Processing of red ceramics incorporated with encapsulated petroleum waste
In petroleum extraction industry large amounts of oily sludge have to be discarded. This waste…
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Porcelain casting slips formulated with waste glass
In this work, it was investigated as to what happens when waste glass is introduced…
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Optimum process parameters to produce green ceramic complex parts
The fragility of green ceramic compacts introduces considerable difficulties during green or bisque machining. This…
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