Research progress in porous ceramics prepared by freeze casting

The preparation of porous ceramics by freezing casting has received increasing attention in recent years because of the advantages of green economy, controllable pore structure and excellent material properties. Based on the brief introduction to the principle of freezing casting process, the pore forming mechanism and conditions of freezing casting process were elaborated. The effect of liquid medium and freezing conditions on pore structure of porous ceramics was discussed in details. The material system of porous ceramics prepared by freezing casting and the typical technological conditions were summarized. Finally, it was pointed out that the research directions of freeze casting in the future are the effective control of pore structure and the preparation of new functionalized porous ceramics.