Published online by Cambridge University Press: 15 February 2011
Technology transfer is often described as the final stage in the process of technological change. This paper will attempt to demonstrate that this should not be the case, and technology transfer should be considered early in the development of any new technology. The paper will commence with a definition of technology, proceed to describe briefly the nature and effects of technological change and end with a description of how we hope to transfer microwave-assisted technology to the ceramic industry.