The possibilities of geopolymers for greener studio ceramics
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2023-06-12
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12
53-64
53-64
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Proceedings of Nordes 2023: This Space Intentionally Left Blank, Volume 10, Nordic design research conference
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This paper introduces initial findings from interdisciplinary project-based research concentrating on investigating the potential of using geopolymers in ceramic practices within the context of a university workshop. Geopolymers are examined from the point of view of reducing the energy consumption currently needed for studio ceramics and exploring how geopolymers could be used as part of ceramic production and education. The initial findings show that the ceramic workshop and the basic raw materials used for ceramics are applicable when making geopolymers. A material hardened through geopolymerisation can be produced with lower energy consumption compared to traditional processes in ceramics. However, the qualities and the nature of geopolymers are not equal to ceramics, which can limit the usage of geopolymers within the context of ceramics but also create promising possibilities for further research. This study opens the discussion on using geopolymers within creative practices.Description
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Kaarakainen, J, Falin, P, Huaman, L, Mäkelä, M & Lautenbacher, N 2023, The possibilities of geopolymers for greener studio ceramics . in V Rodrigues, C Westin & S Holmlid (eds), Proceedings of Nordes 2023: This Space Intentionally Left Blank . vol. 10, Nordic design research conference, vol. 10, Design Research Society, pp. 53-64, Nordic Design Research Conference, Linköping, Sweden, 11/06/2023 . https://doi.org/10.21606/nordes.2023.51