More specifically the focus is on polymer composites, functional ceramics, surface engineering, coatings and high temperature materials and arc and laser pipeline welding.

Several small clocks are priced at $30, and functional ceramics run from $15 to more than $100.

We especially liked the whimsical birdhouses and distinctive functional ceramics.

Such materials are now classified under electroceramics, as distinguished from other functional ceramics such as advanced structural ceramics.

An exhibition of functional and sculptural ceramics by the faculty at the cooperative studio and school will open Tuesday and run through Dec. 22.

His main scientific interest was in sintering mechanisms and microstructure development in ceramics, high-temperature phase equilibria and functional ceramics.

An exhibition of functional and sculptural ceramics by staff members at this cooperative studio starts on Tuesday and runs through Jan. 31.

"The work ranges from beautifully crafted, functional ceramics, with a Japanese Zen-like quality, to wildly eccentric, nontraditional pieces."

Like many studio potters, Turner began his career producing functional ceramics.

Beautiful Things claims to have New Jersey's largest assortment of functional ceramics.