The characteristics and cutting performance of ceramic tools were elaborated,several technique methods were put forward,and the application of ceramic tools in dry cutting was analyzed.

• 本文论述了陶瓷刀具的特点和切削性能,提出了提高陶瓷刀具性能的几种途径,对陶瓷刀具在干切削中的应用进行了分析。