A Study of the Vitrification Range and Di-Electric Behavior of Some Porcelains, Vol. 7 (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

A. V. Bleininger

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0656384921 ISBN 13: 9780656384921

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Understanding how porcelain reacts to heat and electricity helps you choose the right material.

This study examines how different clays and feldspar mixtures influence vitrification and di-electric behavior, linking composition to performance across temperature ranges.

This edition shows how the rate of vitrification and the final structure depend on clay type, feldspar content, and grain fineness. It highlights how English China clay behaves differently from American kaolins and explains why feldspar can act as a solvent in porcelains, even at low temperatures. The discussion combines chemical composition with practical observations to guide better ceramic design.

• How composition affects vitrification range and heat tolerance in porcelains
• Differences between English China clay and American kaolins in performance
• The role of feldspar, quartz, and clay grain size on final structure
• Practical implications for choosing clay blends and feldspar content

Ideal for readers of ceramic science and materials engineering who want a grounded look at how composition shapes firing behavior.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0656384921
• ISBN 13: 9780656384921
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 52