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[–]la_cues 2 insightful - 1 fun2 insightful - 0 fun3 insightful - 1 fun -  (0 children)

CorningWare was used in the ballistic missile program as a material for nose cones.

[–]zyxzevn[S] 1 insightful - 1 fun1 insightful - 0 fun2 insightful - 1 fun -  (0 children)

Sorry if you find this commercial spam.
I found these ceramics after I watched a video, and was amazed how hard they are.
I was looking for something to make very protective shields or gear.