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X-ray computed tomography (XRT) has gradually established its position as a non destructive and, therefore, reproducible three-dimensional (3D) investigation technique, allowing for material- and geometry-independent applications. In the context of this study, XRT provides an enhanced understanding of thermal-induced microstructural changes in an andalusite-based refractory, which are not apparent from the limited two-dimensionality of conventional optical investigation techniques. By subject...X-ray computed tomography (XRT) has gradually established its position as a non destructive and, therefore, reproducible three-dimensional (3D) investigation technique, allowing for material- and geometry-independent applications. In the context of this study, XRT provides an enhanced understanding of thermal-induced microstructural changes in an andalusite-based refractory, which are not apparent from the limited two-dimensionality of conventional optical investigation techniques. By subjecting an andalusite-based sample to an XRT scan after temperature treatments of T =110 ◦C, 800 ◦C, 1000 ◦C, 1200 ◦C and 1400 ◦C, the XRT technique in this study introduced a novel perspective on the sintering process of andalusite refractory materials. The XRT investigation focused on the thermal-induced defect and crack evolution of the castable as a function of temperature. In addition to general sintering phenomena, this includes the formation of a capillary network filled with silica-rich glass phases (SiO2) due to the mullitization of andalusite. The results of the XRT analysis indicate the existence of glass bridges within these structures.» weiterlesen» einklappen

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DFG Fachgebiet:
4.32 - Materialwissenschaft

DDC Sachgruppe:
Ingenieurwissenschaften