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Advances in Synthesis, Characterization, Structure and Properties of Ceramics

A special issue of Materials (ISSN 1996-1944). This special issue belongs to the section "Advanced and Functional Ceramics and Glasses".

Deadline for manuscript submissions: 20 May 2026 | Viewed by 1340

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Prof. Dr. Changchun Ge

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Institute of Powder Metallurgy and Advanced Ceramics, University of Science and Technology Beijing, Beijing 100083, China
Interests: metallurgy; ceramics; gradient materials

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Dear Colleagues,

The Special Issue “Advances in Synthesis, Characterization, Structure and Properties of Ceramics”, published in Materials, aims to highlight the latest advancements in ceramics research and provide a platform for researchers to present their innovative work in this field.

The objective of this Special Issue is to address the synthesis, characterization, structure and properties of ceramics, covering a wide range of topics. Submissions can include original research papers, reviews and concept papers. By disseminating cutting-edge research and reporting significant results, this Special Issue will provide valuable insights and contribute to the advancement of ceramics science.

Authors from academia are encouraged to submit their manuscripts to this Special Issue and be a part of this exciting initiative contributing to the advancement of ceramics science.

Prof. Dr. Changchun Ge
Guest Editor

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Keywords

  • functionally graded materials
  • laminar graded materials
  • metal–ceramic graded materials
  • organic–inorganic graded materials
  • advanced graded materials
  • high-performance materials

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Effect of Na2O on the Low-Temperature Densification, Crystallization Behavior, and Dielectric Properties of Perlite Tailings-Derived α-Cordierite Glass-Ceramics
by Saibo Wang, Yongsheng Yu, Yunxiao Zhao, Pengzhen Wang, Jinghan Wang, Zhaoli Yan and Qiangshan Jing
Materials 2026, 19(7), 1348; https://doi.org/10.3390/ma19071348 - 28 Mar 2026
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To facilitate the development of low-cost LTCC substrate materials and the high-value utilization of industrial tailings, α-cordierite glass-ceramics with varying Na2O additions were prepared from perlite tailings as the main raw material via the melt-quenching method followed by sintering-induced crystallization. The [...] Read more.
To facilitate the development of low-cost LTCC substrate materials and the high-value utilization of industrial tailings, α-cordierite glass-ceramics with varying Na2O additions were prepared from perlite tailings as the main raw material via the melt-quenching method followed by sintering-induced crystallization. The synergistic effects of sintering temperature and Na2O addition on the parent glass structure, crystallization behavior, and properties were systematically investigated. The results demonstrated that the addition of Na2O effectively depolymerized the degree of network polymerization of the parent glass, altered the crystallization pathway of cordierite crystal, and promoted the densification of glass-ceramics at lower sintering temperature. The calculations of crystallization kinetics revealed that the crystallization process of α-cordierite was mainly dominated by three-dimensional bulk growth, and its nucleation mechanism changed from “site saturation” to “continuous nucleation” with the increase of Na2O addition. The α-cordierite glass-ceramics sintered at 850 °C with 0.6 wt.% Na2O addition exhibited the optimal comprehensive properties, including low dielectric constant (5.82 @ 10 MHz) and dielectric loss (1.80 × 10−2 @ 10 MHz), high flexural strength (147.3 MPa), a Vickers hardness (9.01 GPa), and suitable coefficient of thermal expansion (2.96 × 10−6 K−1, close to Si). The glass-ceramics are expected to be an ideal candidate for low-cost LTCC substrate materials. Full article
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Experimental Evaluation of a Concealed Anchoring System for Large-Format Thin Ceramic Panels Under Wind Loading in Ventilated Façades
by Jordi Roviras Miñana, Vicente Sarrablo Moreno and Pedro Casariego Vales
Materials 2026, 19(6), 1062; https://doi.org/10.3390/ma19061062 - 11 Mar 2026
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Large-format thin ceramic panels are increasingly used in ventilated façade systems due to their reduced weight, high durability and architectural versatility. However, their reduced thickness and large dimensions require reliable anchoring solutions capable of safely transferring wind loads to the supporting structure. This [...] Read more.
Large-format thin ceramic panels are increasingly used in ventilated façade systems due to their reduced weight, high durability and architectural versatility. However, their reduced thickness and large dimensions require reliable anchoring solutions capable of safely transferring wind loads to the supporting structure. This study investigates the structural behaviour of a concealed mechanical anchoring system for large-format porcelain stoneware panels installed in ventilated façades. An experimental campaign was carried out using a full-scale façade prototype representative of real construction conditions. The specimen was subjected to incremental wind pressure and suction loading in a controlled laboratory environment while monitoring the deformation of the ceramic panels, backing support layer and aluminium substructure. The experimental results show that the ceramic panels exhibited stable structural behaviour without cracking or anchor pull-out under pressure levels up to 3006 Pa, exceeding twice the design service pressure. The maximum estimated deflection at the service pressure level (1300 Pa) was 5.7 mm, significantly below the admissible limit defined by the L/200 serviceability criterion. A simplified mechanical analysis based on classical bending theory confirmed that the stresses induced in the ceramic panels remained well below their flexural strength. The results demonstrate that the investigated concealed anchoring system provides reliable structural performance for large-format thin ceramic panels subjected to wind loading in ventilated façade systems, while the simplified analytical verification confirms the mechanical consistency between the measured deformation levels and the flexural capacity of the ceramic material. Full article
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