Through history, the names of many molecules have changed. It is interesting to remember those forgotten names and to try to track their origin. There are also molecules that are not so well known and which have peculiar names which are able to induce smiles or astonishment to English speaking people (especially those who understand the slang). Nevertheless, it’s not necessary to be a Shakespeare’s fan to understand and appreciate this funny nomenclature.

Through history, the names of many molecules have changed. It is interesting to remember those forgotten names and to try to track their origin. There are also molecules that are not so well known and which have peculiar names which are able to induce smiles or astonishment to English speaking people (especially those who understand the slang). Nevertheless, it’s not necessary to be a Shakespeare’s fan to understand and appreciate this funny nomenclature.

Through history, the names of many molecules have changed. It is interesting to remember those forgotten names and to try to track their origin. There are also molecules that are not so well known and which have peculiar names which are able to induce smiles or astonishment to English speaking people (especially those who understand the slang). Nevertheless, it’s not necessary to be a Shakespeare’s fan to understand and appreciate this funny nomenclature.

The Peruvian company Cerartec S.A has developed ceramic-based electrical insulators for medium voltage lines. These products, ANSI 53-2 type (Spool and Guy Strain Insulators), are composed mainly of peruvian raw materials. Both formulation and process have an influence on residual porosities. Relevant parameters of formulation and process have been identified. In the investigated range, a linear relationship was drawn between porosities and flexural modulus of rupture. The new ceramic electrical insulators have been tested in terms of dielectric resistance, in dry and wet conditions.