High Technology Ceramics in Japan
Abstract
High-technology ceramics are made from extremely pure, composition- controlled, ultra-minute particles formed, sintered, and treated under closely regulated conditions. These properties and processes give superior performance characteristics that allow the materials to be used in a wide range of demanding applications far beyond the capabilities of conventional ceramics. Japan is widely viewed as having a significant national commitment to developing and exploiting high-technology ceramics in order to advance its domestic and international markets. This situation contrasts markedly with that in the United States, where such an intensive effort has not been mounted. This report presents the findings of a committee formed to assess the situation in Japan, with the objective of providing an understanding of the possible effects on high-technology ceramics in the United States. Another important objective was to establish a basis for possible future cooperation in ceramics science and technology between Japan and the United States. The committee concluded that there is, indeed, a strong commitment in Japan to the rapid development and exploitation of high-technology ceramics. The greatest potential for application of this technology appears to be in the automobile and electronics industries. Cooperation between Japan and the United States would be feasible and welcome, especially in the development of common standards.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jul 14, 1984
- Accession Number
- ADA217881
Entities
People
- Zwilsky
Organizations
- National Academy of Sciences