October 2010

Conference Paper

NOVEL SPINEL-FAMILY REFRACTORIES FOR HIGH-TEMPERATURE, HIGH-ALKALINE ENVIRONMENTS

By:
Hemrick, James G; Smith, Jeffrey D; O'Hara, Kelley; Colavito, ; Rodrigues-Schroer, Angela
Page Number:
67-80
Volume:
N/A
Publication Date:
October 11, 2010
Publisher Location:
Canadian Institute of Mining, Metallurgy, and Petroleum, Quebec, Canada
Conference Name:
5th International Symposium on Advaces in Refractories
Conference Location:
Vancouver, Canada
Conference Sponsor:
Metallurgical Societ of CIM and American Ceramic Society Refracatory Ceramics Division

Abstract

Many factors often limit the application of currently available refractory materials. Such factors may include chemical attack, mechanical degradation, temperature limitations, and installation or repair issues. Additionally, energy losses may be associated with the above considerations as well as environmental impacts. The research objectives of this project are to develop innovative refractory compositions based on the spinel crystal structure or advanced alumino-silicate systems utilizing novel aggregates, binder systems (bonds), methods of phase formation, and refractory application systems. Efforts to this end and results to date are discussed along with future plans for industrial validation trials.

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