Modern Uses For Ceramics
We commonly think of ceramics as art objects and decorations.
But ceramics really are diverse pieces of multi-purpose material
that are made from burning formed pieces of pottery. This shaped
clay started out many years ago being hand-formed and was
eventually made with a wheel to iron out any fingerprints or
major imperfections.
Handmade ceramic is still made as an art form today, even though
it is no longer the industry standard for making objects. As a
beginner you would learn to mold, glaze and trim the clay to
form objects. Uniquely painted, polished and decorated ceramic
is always sought after. Developing your own style will come from
practice and experimentation.
Most ceramic materials, however, are now made with precision
using machines that do not rely at all on the human touch. But
it doesn't mean that this molded clay doesn't touch our lives.
Modern developments have made it possible for companies to
create new and diverse products from the clay that can change
how we do things in the future.
Well-Known Uses for Ceramics
Most people are aware of the presence of ceramics in their
homes. It can commonly be found in their art sculptures, dishes,
platters and other kitchen wear, kitchen tiles and bathroom
structures. It is functional and often beautiful.
Lesser-Known Uses for Ceramics
What most people aren't aware of is how diverse ceramic
materials really are. They can be used for almost anything.
Ceramics are currently used for computers, tools, dental
replacements, engine parts and tiles on space shuttles. Ceramics
play an important role in our everyday lives, even the parts we
can't see and don't give much thought to.
Future Uses for Ceramics
Scientists are just beginning to tap into the many uses for
ceramic. The biggest area we expect to see growth in is how it
will help in our life functions. It will be able to sense our
needs and deliver medicine as needed. It will be able to remove
impurities from our drinking water. It will be used to replace
bones such as hips, knees and shoulders. It will be able to
replace diseased heart valves. The health benefits from using
ceramic in the medical field are remarkable.
A common use for ceramic today is in the dental field. Ceramic
can be used to make fillings, crowns, veneers, implants and
brackets used for holding braces in place. As an increasingly
vain society, ceramic will be used more often not only for our
dental needs, but to improve the look of our teeth in general.
Because of the remarkable electric, mechanic, thermal, optical
and magnetic abilities, ceramic materials have numerous uses.
The possibilities of how we use ceramic are literally endless.
>From the medical field to computer technology, ceramic material
has and will have a profound effect on how we do things. It can
really change the way we live, how long we live and how well we
live. It will make our day-to-day life easier, increase our
technology and help us to live long, healthy lives even when our
natural body parts can no longer support us.