Exploring the Versatility of Piezoelectric and Dielectric Electroceramics: Synthesis, Characterization, and Applications

Dear Colleagues,

Electroceramics, a distinctive subset of electronic materials, boast an array of remarkable physical properties, including dielectric, magnetic, and semiconductor behavior. This interdisciplinary field encompasses phenomena such as ferroelectricity, piezoelectricity, and pyroelectricity, offering a rich tapestry of intellectual challenges spanning various engineering and basic science disciplines. Examples of versatility in their properties and potential applications include, but are not limited to, the colossal magnetoresistive effect, giant electrocaloric effect, giant photovoltaic effect, and energy harvesting.

Our Special Issue delves into the synthesis methods, processing techniques, and advanced characterization of electroceramics. We explore the intricate (micro)structure-property relationships and their applications across diverse domains, with a particular focus on piezoelectric and dielectric ceramics. Additionally, we examine ferroelectrics, multiferroics, high-temperature superconducting ceramics, and emerging areas like microwave ceramics, porous ceramics, ceramic matrix composites, and ceramic ion conductors.

Key areas of focus include:

1. Piezoelectric ceramics (for engineering and bio-engineering)
2. Dielectric ceramics
3. Ferroelectrics and multiferroics
4. Microwave ceramics and wireless communications
5. Porous ceramics
6. Ceramic materials for energy harvesting and storage
7. Ceramic matrix composites
8. Ceramic thin/thick films and coatings
9. Ceramic ion conductors and mixed ionic-electronic conductors
10. Mechanics and nanomechanics of ceramics
11. Ceramic-based actuators, sensors, and transducers
12. Advanced characterization techniques utilized for ceramics
13. Simulation and modeling approaches for ceramic materials development

Prof. Dr. Dionizy Czekaj
Prof. Dr. Barbara Garbarz-Glos
Guest Editors

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• electroceramics
• piezoceramics
• nanostructured ceramics
• textured ceramics
• corner-sharing oxygen octahedral structure
• ceramic matrix composites
• fabrication techniques
• (micro)structure–property relationships
• energy generation, storage, and conversion
• multiferroics, magnetism, thermoelectrics, and optoelectronics
• high-temperature superconductivity