Alumina as a Ceramic Material

A classic review of alumina, covering every aspect of the material from mineral structure and composition to inherent properties, offers a myriad of applications. This book is a timeless reference for anyone involved in the research, application or sale of this versatile ceramic material. Chapter l: Introduction Chapter 2: Nomenclature Chapter 3: Preparation of Alumina Phases Chapter 4: Structural and Mineralogical Properties Chapter 5: Mechanical Properties of Alumina Chapter 6: Thermal Properties Chapter 7: Sonic Effects in Alumina Chapter 8: Electrical Properties of Alumina Chapter 9: Magnetic Properties of Alumina Chapter 10: Optical Properties of Alumina Chapter 11: Radiation and Alumina Chapter 12: Chemical Properties of Alumina Chapter 13: Colloidal Properties of Alumina Chapter 14: Grinding Ceramic Alumina Chapter 15: Forming Alumina Ceramics Chapter 16: Sintering Chapter 17: Alumina in Refractories Chapter 18: Alumina as an Abrasive Material Chapter 19: Electrical Applications Chapter 20: Cement Chapter 21: Alumina in Glass Chapter 22: Alumina in Coatings Chapter 23: Alumina in Cermets and Powder Metallurgy Chapter 24: Alumina in Airborne Ceramics Chapter 25: Seals, Metallizing, Welding Chapter 26: Fibers, Whiskers, Filaments Chapter 27: Miscellaneous Ceramic Applications of Alumina.