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The Indian ceramic
industry at large, in modernizing its technology and to develop new
products and processes in the emerging fields of advanced ceramics. The
immediate objectives then set were:
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Conduct applied research on various aspects of ceramic materials
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Upgrade technology from laboratory to pilot plant scale prior to
commercial production
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Provide consultancy and engineering services
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Establish facilities for characterization and testing of ceramic
materials.
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Train
scientists and engineers
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Disseminate knowledge and experience among Indian industries.
CTI has continued
its activities in the same tempo, built up in the project stage, even
after dissociation from UNIDO/UNDP. However in 1997, with a view to
adapt to the changing circumstances, its objectives were slightly
modified. They are as follows:
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•To
develop ceramic products/processes/systems for business/
strategic/ frontier applications
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To carry out
collaborative research and development with national and
international institutions/organizations
of repute
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·To
execute sponsored projects and to offer consultancy and testing
services
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·To
impart technical and professional training to scientists/engineers
on advanced ceramic technologies |
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·To
disseminate knowledge through workshops / symposiums / seminars
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