Presents the latest research and developments from the past three years in the processing of glasses, ceramics, and composite materials. Papers are contributed by specialists in their fields and comprise a coherent summation of modern ceramics processing and future prospects in the field. Emphasizing the chemistry necessary to assure efficient production and satisfactory results, contributors discuss advances in Sol-Gel and ultrafine powder processes, the chemical principles and applications of ultrastructure processing, and transform processes, preparation of powders, and control of the characteristics of finished products.