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1. Introduction In the past 48 hours, industrial ceramics manufacturers have reported a surge in demand for high-performance refractory components, especially silicon carbide crucibles, driven by advancements in metal casting and lab-scale…

1. Introduction Just 24 hours ago, Wolfspeed announced a major expansion of its silicon carbide wafer production facility in North Carolina, signaling a surge in demand for high-performance semiconductor materials. At the…

1. Introduction Just 24 hours ago, a major U.S.-based advanced ceramics manufacturer announced a breakthrough in high-purity silicon carbide crucible production, claiming a 30% improvement in thermal shock resistance for molten metal…

1. Introduction Just 36 hours ago, researchers at MIT unveiled a game-changing method to recycle silicon carbide waste from semiconductor fabs into high-purity crucible-grade material—slashing costs by 40% and cutting CO2 emissions…

1. Introduction Just 24 hours ago, a major materials science conference in Germany highlighted breakthroughs in ultra-high-temperature ceramics—specifically, advancements in silicon carbide-based components that can withstand over 1,600°C without degrading. Among the…

1. Introduction Just 24 hours ago, a major materials science breakthrough was announced by researchers at a leading U.S. national lab: they’ve developed a new sintering technique that enhances the thermal shock…

1. Introduction Just 24 hours ago, a major materials science conference in Germany spotlighted breakthroughs in high-purity silicon carbide manufacturing—ushering in a new era of efficiency for crucibles used in semiconductor and…

1. Introduction Just 24 hours ago, Wolfspeed—the U.S.-based leader in silicon carbide semiconductors—announced a major expansion of its Mohawk Valley fab, aiming to triple SiC wafer output by 2025. This move underscores…

1. Introduction In a major development reported just 48 hours ago, global demand for high-performance ceramics—particularly silicon carbide-based products—has surged due to renewed investments in semiconductor manufacturing and clean energy technologies. According…

1. Introduction When you think of ceramics, dinner plates or coffee mugs might come to mind—but in advanced manufacturing, ceramics like silicon carbide play a far more demanding role. Among the most…

1. Introduction When you think of ceramics, dinner plates or coffee mugs might come to mind—but in advanced manufacturing, ceramics like silicon carbide play a far more demanding role. Among the most…

1. Introduction When you think of high-tech manufacturing, you might picture cleanrooms and robotic arms—but behind the scenes, some of the most demanding processes happen inside ultra-hot furnaces. One unsung hero in…