Novel Ceramics and Refractory Composites

Dear Colleagues,

Novel ceramics and refractory composites, including oxide and non-oxide ceramics, ultra-high temperature ceramics (UHTCs), functional ceramics, ceramic matrix composites (CMCs), metal matrix refractory composites, and/or ultra-high temperature composites, exhibit outstanding properties that make them highly attractive for a wide range of applications such as turbine blades, sensors, biomedical implants, gasifier linings, heat exchangers, superconducting devices, and more.

This Special Issue focuses on recent advances in the development, processing, and characterization of high-performance ceramic and refractory composites designed for extreme environments. Emphasis is placed on innovative compositions and manufacturing routes that enhance thermal stability, corrosion resistance, and mechanical reliability in metallurgical, cement, aerospace, and/or energy applications.

Contributions exploring nanostructured additives, optimized sintering strategies, and advanced forming techniques such as additive manufacturing are particularly encouraged. Studies combining experimental investigations with computational modeling or data-driven approaches to predict and optimize microstructure–property relationships are also welcome.

The Special Issue aims to provide a platform for researchers and industry professionals to share new insights that support the design of sustainable, energy-efficient, and long-life refractory systems. Both original research articles and comprehensive reviews addressing synthesis, performance evaluation, degradation mechanisms, and recycling strategies of novel ceramics and composites are invited.

We look forward to receiving your contributions.

Prof. Dr. Jesús Fernando López-Perales
Guest Editor

Dr. Leonel Díaz Tato
Dr. Sinuhe Uriel Costilla Aguilar
Guest Editor Assistants

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