Sol-Gel Process: Gels FormationExplores the formation of gels through the sol-gel process, including percolation threshold, dendrimers, and drying methods.
Gels: Structure and PropertiesExplores the properties and structure of gels, including sol-gel processes and the formation of different types of gels.
Thin Films & Coatings: Sol-gelExplores the processing of thin films and coatings using sol-gel techniques, vapor phase deposition, spray techniques, and thermal spray methods.
Ceramic Processing: IntroductionCovers the basics of ceramic and colloidal processing, including the importance of quality powders and the unique qualities of ceramics.
Introduction & Characterisation of CeramicsIntroduces ceramics and explores powder characterisation, ceramic manufacturing processes, shaping techniques, forces in powder suspensions, sintering fundamentals, and finishing.
Ceramics: Powder SynthesisExplores ceramic powder synthesis, including families of powders, precipitation reactions, nucleation, growth mechanisms, sol-gel synthesis, and applications.
Raw Materials & Powder SynthesisExplores ceramics and colloids, emphasizing raw materials, powder synthesis techniques, properties of materials, additives, and global market trends.
Cement Chemistry KineticsExplores cement hydration kinetics post-peak, focusing on water populations, C-S-H density, and pore structures.