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Ceramic Materials for Industrial Decarbonization

A special issue of Ceramics (ISSN 2571-6131).

Deadline for manuscript submissions: 30 November 2025 | Viewed by 7470

Special Issue Editors

Dr. James G. Hemrick

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Mechanical Properties and Mechanics Group, Materials Science and Technology Division, Oak Ridge National Laboratory, Oak Ridge, TN 37831, USA
Interests: refractory ceramics; mechanical characterization; ceramic processing, sintering and chracterization
Dr. Edgar Lara-Curzio

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Energy Transitions and Infrastructure Programs, Energy Sciences and Technology Directroate, Oak Ridge, National Laboratory (ORNL), P.O. Box 2008, Oak Ridge, TN 37831, USA
Interests: ceramic matrix composites; ceramic fibers; mechanical properties; materials for power generation and the conversion, transmission, storage and utilization of energy; environmental effects of durability and reliability of structural and functional materials; solid-oxide fuel cells

Special Issue Information

Dear Colleagues,

Decarbonization is vital for the mitigation of climate change. This can take many forms and paths as industrial processes are adapted or changed in an effort to reduce carbon intensity, new technologies are developed, and existing technologies are modified. In all of these approaches, ceramic materials can play a vital role in enabling decarbonization.

Existing ceramic materials are being utilized and new ceramic materials are being developed or need to be developed. The aim of this Special Issue, on “Ceramic Materials for Industrial Decarbonization” is to present the latest developments concerning advanced ceramics being utilized, approaches being taken, and future directions research needs to take to enable successful industrial decarbonization and the mitigation of climate change.

We are asking the research community to propose short communications, full papers, or reviews corresponding to this Special Issue. The following topics can be addressed:

  • Existing ceramic materials being applied to the enabling of industrial decarbonization;
  • New ceramic materials being developed to enable industrial decarbonization;
  • Future ceramic research directions needed to enable industrial decarbonization;
  • Characterization of ceramics for industrial decarbonization;
  • Modeling related to the application of ceramics for industrial decarbonization.

Dr. James G. Hemrick
Dr. Edgar Lara-Curzio
Guest Editors

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Keywords

  • advanced ceramics
  • ceramic processing
  • ceramic characterization
  • ceramic modeling
  • industrial decarbonization
  • climate change mitigation

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Effect of Fe2O3 on Compressive Strength and Microstructure of Porous Acicular Mullite
by Mia Omerašević, Miomir Krsmanović, Nada Adamović, Chang-An Wang and Dušan Bučevac
Ceramics 2025, 8(3), 111; https://doi.org/10.3390/ceramics8030111 - 5 Sep 2025
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Porous acicular mullite was fabricated at 1300 °C starting from Al2O3 and mixture of SiO2 and MoO3 obtained by previous oxidation of waste MoSi2. It was found that the presence of MoO3 favors formation of [...] Read more.
Porous acicular mullite was fabricated at 1300 °C starting from Al2O3 and mixture of SiO2 and MoO3 obtained by previous oxidation of waste MoSi2. It was found that the presence of MoO3 favors formation of acicular (prism-like) mullite grains with sharp edges. The effect of addition of Fe2O3 (4–12 wt.%) on phase composition, compressive strength, thermal conductivity and microstructure was studied. The addition of Fe2O3 improved the compressive strength from approximately 25 MPa in pure mullite to about 76 MPa in samples containing 12 wt.% Fe2O3, while the open porosity decreased from 55.4% to 51.8%. The presence of Fe2O3 caused a decrease in mullite formation temperature owing to the formation of liquid phase and accelerated diffusion. The solubility of iron oxide in mullite lattice was between 8 and 12 wt.% Fe2O3. The incorporated iron ions also promoted the rounding of sharp edges in prismatic mullite grains, leading to a reduced specific surface area of 0.55 m2/g in the sample with 12 wt.% Fe2O3. The thermal conductivity of mullite increased with addition of 12 wt.% Fe2O3 reaching value of 1.17 W/m·K. Full article
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Mechanical Performance of Concrete with Graphene-Oxide-Treated Recycled Coarse Ceramic Aggregates: Effects on Aggregate Water Absorption and Workability
by Andrea Antolín-Rodríguez, Andrés Juan-Valdés, Manuel Ignacio Guerra-Romero, Julia María Morán-del Pozo, Rafal Krzywon, Pagona-Noni Maravelaki and Julia García-González
Ceramics 2025, 8(3), 104; https://doi.org/10.3390/ceramics8030104 - 8 Aug 2025
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The replacement of natural aggregates with recycled aggregates in concrete production has gained attention as a sustainable approach for valorizing construction and demolition waste (CDW). Although regulatory frameworks in this area remain underdeveloped, extensive research has demonstrated that acceptable mechanical and durability properties [...] Read more.
The replacement of natural aggregates with recycled aggregates in concrete production has gained attention as a sustainable approach for valorizing construction and demolition waste (CDW). Although regulatory frameworks in this area remain underdeveloped, extensive research has demonstrated that acceptable mechanical and durability properties can be achieved. However, the elevated water absorption associated with recycled materials—mainly due to residual attached mortar and increased porosity—continues to pose a challenge. When used without prior treatment, these particles absorb part of the mixing water intended for cement hydration, potentially compromising both fresh and hardened concrete performance. This study explores the use of graphene oxide (GO) nanocoating as a surface modification strategy to mitigate water absorption. Absorption test were performed to evaluate the effectiveness of the treatment, followed by the preparation of multiple concrete mixes incorporating varying substitution rates of natural aggregate with untreated and GO-treated recycled material. The mixtures were assessed for workability and compressive strength. Results indicate that GO nanocoating substantially reduces water (up to 30%) uptake and improves the overall performance of concrete containing recycled constituents, increasing its compressive strength by up to 32%, highlighting its potential as a viable pretreatment for sustainable concrete production. Full article
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ZrB2 Gear Fabrication by Spark Plasma Sintering Coupled to Interface 3D Printing
by Charles Manière and Claude Estournès
Ceramics 2025, 8(3), 81; https://doi.org/10.3390/ceramics8030081 - 28 Jun 2025
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The production of ultra-high-temperature ceramic parts, like ZrB2, is very challenging, as they cannot be conventionally sintered without using significant amounts of additives, which reduce their high-temperature properties. However, it is possible to sinter these ceramics using spark plasma sintering (SPS) [...] Read more.
The production of ultra-high-temperature ceramic parts, like ZrB2, is very challenging, as they cannot be conventionally sintered without using significant amounts of additives, which reduce their high-temperature properties. However, it is possible to sinter these ceramics using spark plasma sintering (SPS) without additives or with minimal amounts. The challenge, then, lies in obtaining complex shapes. In this work, we report a solution for the fabrication of ZrB2 gears through the use of PLA-printed interfaces and graphite powder. This process is relatively simple and utilizes a fused deposition modeling (FDM) printer. The pros and cons of this approach are discussed with the aim of identifying what shapes can be produced using this method. Full article
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Decarbonisation of Earthenware Ceramic Production Using Bivalve Shell Waste
by Inês Silveirinha Vilarinho, Miguel Ferreira, Claúdia Miranda, José Silva, Sofia Batista, Maria Clara Gonçalves and Maria Paula Seabra
Ceramics 2025, 8(2), 76; https://doi.org/10.3390/ceramics8020076 - 19 Jun 2025
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To mitigate CO2 emissions from raw material decomposition and reduce the consumption of natural resources, this study investigated the use of mussel and oyster shell waste as secondary raw materials in earthenware production. Mineralogical, chemical and thermal analyses confirmed their suitability as [...] Read more.
To mitigate CO2 emissions from raw material decomposition and reduce the consumption of natural resources, this study investigated the use of mussel and oyster shell waste as secondary raw materials in earthenware production. Mineralogical, chemical and thermal analyses confirmed their suitability as sources of bio-calcite. Specimens incorporating various replacement levels (0–100%) showed no significant differences in key properties. Plates produced with mussel-derived bio-calcite in a pilot plant exhibited comparable properties to standard ceramics, demonstrating their industrial viability. CO2 emissions were reduced by 14% and 10% in mussel and oyster shell-based ceramics, respectively, potentially saving up to 53 kgCO2eq/t under the European Emissions Trading System, if the shells are classified as by-products. These findings demonstrated that bivalve shell waste can effectively replace mineral calcite in earthenware products, reducing CO2 emissions and virgin raw material consumption, diverting waste from landfills and promoting sustainability in the ceramic industry. Full article
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Synthesis MFI Zeolites Using Alternative Silica Source for CO2 Capture
by Clenildo de Longe, Aryandson da Silva, Anne Beatriz Figueira Câmara, Francisco Gustavo Hayala Silveira Pinto, Lindiane Bieseki, Luciene Santos de Carvalho and Sibele Berenice Castellã Pergher
Ceramics 2025, 8(2), 56; https://doi.org/10.3390/ceramics8020056 - 16 May 2025
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In recent years, climate change has attracted the attention of the scientific community. These changes are attributed to human action, which is responsible for the emission of polluting gases, mainly through the burning of fossil fuels, deforestation, and industrial processes that are responsible [...] Read more.
In recent years, climate change has attracted the attention of the scientific community. These changes are attributed to human action, which is responsible for the emission of polluting gases, mainly through the burning of fossil fuels, deforestation, and industrial processes that are responsible for the greenhouse effect. Post-combustion CO2 capture using solid adsorbents is a technology that is currently gaining prominence as an alternative and viable form of capture to other industrial processes used. Zeolites are adsorbents capable of capturing CO2 selectively due to their properties such as textural properties, high surface area, and active sites. In this context, this work developed materials with a zeolite structure with an alternative low-cost silica source from beach sand, called MPI silica, to make the process eco-friendly. Crystallization time studies were carried out for materials containing MFI-type zeolites with MPI silica with a time of 15 h (ZM 15 h) and 3 days (SM 3 d), with relative crystallinities of 92.90% and 111.90%, respectively. The synthesized materials were characterized by several techniques such as X-ray diffraction (XRD), X-ray fluorescence (XRF), the textural analysis of N2 adsorption/desorption isotherms, absorption spectroscopy in the infrared region with Fourier transform (FTIR), scanning electron microscopy (SEM), and thermal analysis. The evaluation of the experimental adsorption isotherms showed that the best results were for the zeolites synthesized in the basic medium, namely ZMP 3 d, ZM 10.5 h, and ZM 15 h, with capacities of 3.72, 3.10, and 3.22 mmol/g of CO2, respectively, and in the hydrofluoric medium, namely SP 9 d, SM 3 d, and SM 6 d, with capacities of 3.94, 3.78, and 3.60 mmol/g of CO2, respectively. The evaluation of the mathematical models indicated that the zeolites in the basic medium best fitted the Freündlich model, namely ZMP 3 d, ZM 10.5 h, and ZM 15 h, with capacities of 2.56, 1.68, and 1.87 mmol/g of CO2, respectively. The zeolites in the hydrofluoric medium are adjusted to the Langmuir model (SP 9 d and SM 3 d) and Temkin model (SM 6 d), with capacities of 3.79, 2.23, and 2.11 mmol/g of CO2, respectively. Full article
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Hardening of Mortars from Blended Cement with Opoka Additive in CO2 Environment
by Raimundas Siauciunas, Edita Prichockiene, Zenonas Valancius and Arunas Elsteris
Ceramics 2024, 7(4), 1301-1315; https://doi.org/10.3390/ceramics7040086 - 26 Sep 2024
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The influence of the parameters of accelerated carbonization in a 99.9% CO2 environment on the hardening kinetics of blended cement with 15 wt% opoka additive, the physical and mechanical properties of the resulting products, the mineralogical composition, and the amount of absorbed [...] Read more.
The influence of the parameters of accelerated carbonization in a 99.9% CO2 environment on the hardening kinetics of blended cement with 15 wt% opoka additive, the physical and mechanical properties of the resulting products, the mineralogical composition, and the amount of absorbed CO2 were investigated. Sedimentary rock opoka was found to have opal silica and calcite as its predominant constituent parts. Therefore, these properties determine that it serves as an extremely suitable raw material and a source of both SiO2 and CaO. The strength properties of the mortars (blended cement/standard sand = 1:3) were similar or even better than those of samples based on Ordinary Portland cement (OPC): the compressive strength exceeded 50 MPa under optimal conditions. In blended cement, some of the pores are filled with fine-dispersed opoka, which can lead to an increase in strength. By reducing the amount of OPC in mixtures, the negative impact of its production on the environment is reduced accordingly. Using XRD, DSC, and TG methods, it was determined that replacing 15 wt% of OPC clinker with opoka does not affect the mineralogy of the crystalline phases as the same compounds are obtained. After determining the optimal parameters for sample preparation and hardening, in accordance with the obtained numbers, concrete pavers of industrial dimensions (100 × 100 × 50 mm) were produced. Their strength indicators were even ~10% better. Full article
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