TITLE:
Characterization of a Clay Raw Material from Oualle: Uses in Ceramics
AUTHORS:
Bobet Ouanmini, Ganon François, Bamogo Halidou, Seynou Mohamed, Zerbo Lamine, Gilles Escadeillas
KEYWORDS:
Clay, Ceramics, Tiles
JOURNAL NAME:
Advances in Materials Physics and Chemistry,
Vol.16 No.6,
June
8,
2026
ABSTRACT: This paper evaluates Ouallé clay for ceramic applications using geotechnical, chemical, mineralogical, thermal, and firing-based characterization methods. The study finds that the clay is mainly kaolinite-rich, moderately plastic, and potentially suitable as a base material for faience and fired clay products. The fired specimens show acceptable shrinkage, but the porosity remains high and the maximum compressive strength is moderate.