High-melting-point compounds: new approaches and new results

This paper reviews state-of-the-art research and new approaches in studying the field of high-melting point (>2000 $^\circ$C) compounds such as carbides, nitrides, borides, and oxides. New experimental and theoretical results on the structure, physical and mechanical properties and application of these compounds are described. Manufacturing aspects are reviewed, and research topics that have not been studied enough are identified.