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Apparently invisible. Chemistry in ceramics.

Apparently invisible. Chemistry in ceramics.

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 Aware of how complex the problems related to the world of chemistry applied to ceramic production processes can be, we want to share our knowledge with those who want to orient themselves or train for passion or profession.
Through a simple and direct language, the podcast aims to be an educational space with a focus on products, applications and processes.
The journey unfolds along the ceramic production lines.
At each stage a topic.
At each topic a critical issue.
At each critical issue, when possible, a solution.Zschimmer & Schwarz Ceramco Ciencia Educación Química
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  • Top glaze: what it is, what it is used for, and how to apply it

    Top glaze: what it is, what it is used for, and how to apply it
    Jul 7 2025
    In the ceramic field, a “top glaze” refers to the glaze applied as the final layer onto the unfired ceramic substrate.

    This glaze can serve multiple functions, but it primarily protects the underlying decoration and imparts specific technical and aesthetic properties to the surface.

    This episode focuses on this particular class of glazes, taking a closer look at the key functions and rheological characteristics (among others) that the suspension must exhibit, depending on the chosen application method and the type of ceramic product being manufactured.
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    17 m
  • Chimic-A.I. – Chemistry Through the Eyes of Artificial Intelligence. A Playful Experiment

    Chimic-A.I. – Chemistry Through the Eyes of Artificial Intelligence. A Playful Experiment
    Jun 23 2025
    After more than fifty episodes exploring topics of general interest—always through the lens of chemistry and ceramic production—we’ve decided to have some fun.

    We posed a few simple questions to artificial intelligence, asking it to write a short text about chemistry with complete freedom to choose the themes and highlights.

    The result? Amusing, sometimes absurd—mostly accurate, but not always.

    As we know, Large Language Models (the technology behind AI’s ability to understand and generate text) can produce content that sounds convincing and is often correct, yet it’s not immune to errors or even clichés. With so much information available online, inaccuracies are just a step away.

    That’s why it’s essential to keep in mind that this is, above all, an experiment—and, let’s not forget, just a bit of fun!
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    15 m
  • Melting materials and ceramic production: what they are and what they are for

    Melting materials and ceramic production: what they are and what they are for
    Jun 9 2025
    Melting materials used in ceramics, often in glazes and digital glues, are capable of lowering the melting point of a material or compound, thus accelerating the sintering process.

    This action, which occurs through the breaking of the molecular structure of the compound (in our case, silica) by certain ions, affects several factors and must be carefully calibrated each time to achieve the desired result.

    Some of the areas influenced by this process include the grit application, the glossy or matte finish of the surface, interaction with colors, and energy savings.

    How do these materials (such as sodium, potassium, zinc, calcium, boron, etc.) work within the suspensions they are added to, and how does this action reflect on the final ceramic material?
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    18 m
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