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Refractories in the aluminium industry General review

Abstract

The physical properties and the behaviour of the refractory lining in Al-electrolysis cells as well in anode baking furnaces are crucial for both economic and environmental aspects of the Al production. This course will give an introduction to the physical and thermal properties of materials used in the industry, covering the different type of carbon cathode materials, refractory and thermal insulating lining materials used in the Al industry. Chemical reactions causing the most important degradation mechanisms for the different materials will be covered with focus on the lifetime of the pot lining and heat balance of the cells. Finally, industrial experiences with lining materials will be included.

Category

Academic lecture

Client

  • Research Council of Norway (RCN) / 236665

Language

English

Author(s)

  • Christian Schøning

Affiliation

  • SINTEF Industry / Metal Production and Processing

Presented at

TMS 2017

Place

San Diego

Date

26.02.2017 - 26.02.2017

Organizer

TMS

Year

2017

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