Publication Type
Conference Paper
Publication Date
Conference Name
UNITECR 2009 - 11th Biennial Worldwide Conference on Refractories
Conference Location
Slavador, Brazil
Conference Date
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Abstract
Currently available refractory materials are often limited in their application by many factors including chemical attack, mechanical degradation, temperature limitations, and installation or repair issues. Additionally, there are energy losses 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 utilizing novel aggregates, binder systems (bonds), methods of phase formation, and refractory application systems. Efforts to this end and results to date are discussed.
