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Pushing the limits of traditional pottery techniques through the fusion of art and science

Graphene-enhanced ceramic art installation created by Delia Prvački. Credit: Daria Andreeva, National University of Singapore, Delia Prvački, Deliarts Pte Ltd.

Art and science are sometimes poles apart, but that’s not the case with the research projects described in ACS Omega. In this study, a multidisciplinary team integrated scientific research, technological advances, and artistic exploration to experiment with the production, properties, and applications of new types of ceramics.

In recent years, scientists have added graphene oxide (GO) to ceramic slurries made of particles of kaolin clay or other materials dispersed in water to increase the durability and resistance to thermal shock of fired ceramics. .

Materials scientist Daria Andreeva and colleagues applied this technique using ultrasound to successfully mix GO into a kaolin slurry. They adjusted the GO concentration and ultrasound irradiation time to find the conditions that best maximized the strength and heat resistance of the resulting ceramics.

The team also collaborated with artist-in-residence Delia Purvatski to create pieces from new ceramic materials, which are on display at the National University of Singapore Museum.

Pushing the limits of traditional pottery techniques

Scientific details and graphene-enhanced ceramics are on display at the National University of Singapore Museum. Credit: Daria Andreeva, National University of Singapore, Delia Prvački, Deliarts Pte Ltd.

Pushing the limits of traditional pottery techniques

Artist Delia Prvački created these highly textured tiles from graphene-enhanced ceramic. Credit: Adapted from ACS Omega 2024, DOI: 10.1021/acsomega.4c05748

Pushing the limits of traditional pottery techniques

Calcined graphene-enhanced ceramics are ready for strength and heat resistance testing. Credit: Daria Andreeva, National University of Singapore, Delia Prvački, Deliarts Pte Ltd.

Pushing the limits of traditional pottery techniques

Test sample of graphene reinforced clay ready for firing. Credit: Daria Andreeva, National University of Singapore, Delia Prvački, Deliarts Pte Ltd.

“We explored artistic possibilities by experimenting with new ceramic shapes and textures,” the study authors said.

“By harnessing the properties of graphene, we are pushing the boundaries of traditional ceramics and making it possible to create delicate and complex ceramic structures that were previously unattainable. It not only increases the functionality, but also potentially reduces the need for structural elements.”

Further information: Jiqiang Wu et al, Technology and science of reinforced ceramics with graphene by ultrasonic mixing, ACS Omega (2024). DOI: 10.1021/acsomega.4c05748

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