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Types of Ceramics - INI

Ceramics are broadly classified into traditional Old Ceramics and advanced Fine Ceramics. This dataset comprehensively covers major classifications such as Fine Ceramics, Structural Ceramics, and Glass-Ceramics, as well as composition-based classifications like Oxide and Non-Oxide Ceramics, and function-based classifications including Electronic Ceramics and Bioceramics. It includes material properties, applications, and representative material examples, designed for use in industry and research and development.

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[item.fine-ceramics]
code=FC
slug=fine-ceramics
name=Fine Ceramics
description=High-performance ceramic materials using high-purity raw materials.
applications=["Semiconductor manufacturing equipment parts","Electronic components and substrates","Medical devices and implants","Automotive components","Industrial machinery parts","Energy-related components"]
category=Advanced Ceramics
keyMaterials=[{"name":"Alumina","formula":"Al₂O₃","properties":"High hardness, wear resistance, insulation"},{"name":"Zirconia","formula":"ZrO₂","properties":"High toughness, corrosion resistance, low thermal expansion"},{"name":"Silicon Nitride","formula":"Si₃N₄","properties":"High strength, thermal shock resistance, wear resistance"},{"name":"Silicon Carbide","formula":"SiC","properties":"High thermal conductivity, corrosion resistance, high-temperature resistance"},{"name":"Aluminum Nitride","formula":"AlN","properties":"High thermal conductivity, insulation, thermal stability"}]

[item.structural-ceramics]
code=SC
slug=structural-ceramics
name=Structural Ceramics
description=Ceramics designed for mechanical load-bearing applications.
applications=["Bearings and seals","Cutting tools and grinding wheels","Pump and valve components","Engine components","Bioceramics","Ballistic protection and armor plates"]
category=Structural Materials
keyMaterials=[{"name":"Alumina","formula":"Al₂O₃","properties":"Most widely used technical ceramic"},{"name":"Zirconia Toughened Alumina","formula":"ZTA","properties":"Combines hardness with crack resistance"},{"name":"Silicon Nitride","formula":"Si₃N₄","properties":"Excellent fracture toughness and thermal shock resistance"},{"name":"Silicon Carbide","formula":"SiC","properties":"Extreme hardness and thermal conductivity"}]

[item.glass-ceramics]
code=GC
slug=glass-ceramics
name=Glass Ceramics
description=Composite materials combining glass transparency with ceramic strength.
applications=["Cookware and cooktop surfaces","Smartphone screens","Electronic devices and displays","Telescope mirrors","Dental restoration materials","Architectural and decorative panels"]
category=Composite Materials
keyMaterials=[{"name":"Lithium Aluminosilicate","formula":"LAS","properties":"Extremely low thermal expansion coefficient"},{"name":"Magnesium Aluminosilicate","formula":"MAS","properties":"High mechanical strength and heat resistance"},{"name":"Cordierite","formula":"2MgO·2Al₂O₃·5SiO₂","properties":"Low thermal expansion, thermal shock resistance"}]

[item.oxide-ceramics]
code=OC
slug=oxide-ceramics
name=Oxide Ceramics
description=Fine ceramics with oxide as the main component.
applications=["Electronic substrates and insulation parts","Bioceramics","Grinding and polishing materials","Refractories"]
category=Fine Ceramics
keyMaterials=[{"name":"Alumina","formula":"Al₂O₃","properties":"High electrical insulation and mechanical strength"},{"name":"Zirconia","formula":"ZrO₂","properties":"High strength and toughness"},{"name":"Silica","formula":"SiO₂","properties":"Excellent thermal and chemical stability"}]

[item.non-oxide-ceramics]
code=NC
slug=non-oxide-ceramics
name=Non-Oxide Ceramics
description=Fine ceramics with nitrides and carbides as main components.
applications=["Automotive engine components","Heat dissipation substrates","Semiconductor manufacturing equipment parts","Cutting tools"]
category=Fine Ceramics
keyMaterials=[{"name":"Silicon Nitride","formula":"Si₃N₄","properties":"Excellent thermal shock and wear resistance"},{"name":"Silicon Carbide","formula":"SiC","properties":"Lightweight with high corrosion resistance"},{"name":"Aluminum Nitride","formula":"AlN","properties":"High thermal conductivity and electrical insulation"}]

[item.electronic-ceramics]
code=FC-EL
slug=electronic-ceramics
name=Electronic Ceramics
description=Fine ceramics with electrical and electronic functions.
applications=["Capacitors","Piezoelectric elements and actuators","Sensors","IC packages and substrates","Filters and resonators"]
category=Functional Materials
keyMaterials=[{"name":"Barium Titanate","formula":"BaTiO₃","properties":"Ferroelectric, high dielectric constant"},{"name":"Lead Zirconate Titanate","formula":"Pb(Zr,Ti)O₃","properties":"Excellent piezoelectric properties"}]