Innovation in ceramic products

Project Goals

To develop new tools and methodologies to be applied in the creation of decorative and utilitarian ceramic pieces, using innovative technologies such as generative design, artificial intelligence, and additive manufacturing systems.

Additive Manufactured Ceramics

First Prototypes

As an entry point for the upcoming innovations of the undergoing project

CERAMORFOSE – Ceramic Products using Generative Design, Artificial Intelligence and Additive Manufacturing.

Unaltered variables

Earthenware

Post-shaping processes:
Drying, Firing, Glazing

Innovations

Shaping technology: 
Robocasting

Output

No significant loss in quality

Project partners

FBA. is an award winning multidisciplinary design studio, associated member of IPN, an institute that promotes innovation and the transfer of technology, establishing the connection between the scientific and technological environment and the production sector.

S. Bernardo Ceramics (Perpétua, Pereira & Almeida) is a distinguished Portuguese company specializing in the design and production of high-quality decorative and utilitarian ceramics.The company has built a global reputation for blending traditional Portuguese techniques with contemporary design. The company is defined by its expertise in both faience and porcelain, offering a diverse range of collections that prioritize elegance and artistic detail. From handcrafted decorative pieces to sophisticated tableware, S. Bernardo emphasizes a meticulous production process that honors heritage while embracing modern innovation.

CTCV is a certified scientific entity (ISO 9001/17025) and a recognized standardization body for National and International commissions. With three decades of expertise, CTCV provide R&D and integrated solutions specifically for the Ceramics, Glass, and Habitat sectors. Core services include: Compliance: Accredited laboratory testing, auditing, and standardization; Innovation: RTD solutions, technology transfer, and specialized consulting; Growth: Professional training and multidisciplinary industry partnerships. CTCV aims to bridge the gap between science and industry through rigorous, results-oriented innovation.

The Computational Design and Visualization of the University of Coimbra is a multidisciplinary research lab that brings together Computer Scientists, Graphic Designers, New Media Artists, Mathematicians and Biologists. Areas of expertise include: Nature inspired computing Genetic Programming; Evolutionary Computation; Swarm Intelligence; A-Life; Computational Creativity Autonomous Creative Systems; Computer Aided Creativity; Computational Aesthetics Aesthetic Measures; Feature Extraction; Style identification; Content Based Image Retrieval; Computer Art and Design Evolutionary Art and Design; Generative Art and Design; Dynamic Identities; Information Visualization Storytelling; Information Aesthetics; Intervention Design; Visualization of traffic, transport systems and networks; Visualization of Big Data;