CO-1
- Raw materials characterization
- Raw materials (natural, synthetic) selection and product performance criteria in a changing raw material/user environment
- Developments in new refractory raw materials
- Raw material or additive science impacting material processing, rheological properties, compaction mechanisms, sintering and densification
- Raw material phase relationships and reactions during sintering or use that impact microstructure development or product performance
- The use of quality control and analytical tools to improve refractory product quality, consistency, and to lower material cost