Low thermal expansion glass ceramics

This book is part of a series focused on the research and development activities of the Schott Group, emphasizing the importance of scientifically grounded product and process development. Since the reconstruction of Schott Glaswerke in Mainz, the scale of these efforts has significantly increased. The diverse expertise required for such advancements could not have been achieved by Schott alone, leading to a tradition of collaboration with customers, universities, and research institutes. Since 1969, Schott has published technical journals, known as Forschungsberichte or 'research reports,' to facilitate this cooperation, providing timely information on various topics for experts, though not intended as general surveys. This series aims to foster the exchange of ideas, allowing for a multifaceted exploration of the possibilities presented by the versatile materials of glass and glass ceramics. It seeks to share the knowledge gained through Schott's research and development efforts with scientists, engineers, interested customers, and the broader community associated with the firm.