March 2001 - Volume 80, No. 3 Manufacturing/Engineering Features
No Bones About It Rapid Prototyping-The Future for Bioceramic Implants
Javelin's MedLAMTM process demonstrates the
direct fabrication of wrist, inner ear and facial bones from patient-supplied
CT scans. Alair Emory, Javelin
Computer-Integrated Ceramics
Manufacturing
Computer-integrated manufacturing technology can enhance design, manufacture
and management systems while decreasing inventory and lead-time for delivery
and increasing customer satisfaction. Dan Bin, Liu Fei and Cao Le, Institute of Manufacturing Engineering
New Approaches for Preparing Ceramic Slip
A review of the applications for agitated mixer mills and disperser/dissolver
mixers in the traditional ceramics industry. H.-Gunter Hessling, Eirich Machines
Bulk-Bag System Increases Batching
Accuracy
Custom-designed, computer-controlled system solved Zedmark's search for a batching
system that could accommodate a variety of production needs.
Recycling of TV Glass: Profit or Doom
Even with better cleaning, sorting, disassembling and analysis techniques, it
will not be possible to obtain 100% recycling. Apart from re-use in the TV-glass
factories, alternative outlets for TV-panel and TV-funnel glass remain necessary. J.M. Hermans, J.G. Peelen, R. Bei; Philips Display Components
Expanding Decorating Horizons
Deco 2000 gave decorators information on new materials, technologies and techniques,
while offering insights into challenges commonly faced in the glass and ceramic
decorating industry. Karla Vierthaler, Associate Editor
New Phosphate Glass
A new phosphate glass with low transition temperature and good chemical durability
has been developed. Liang Wen and Cheng Jijian, East China University of Science & Technology
