Fundamental design of steelmaking refractories

"The first part of the book accentuates the valuable basics of 'Heat and Mass Transfer', 'Equilibrium and Non-equilibrium phases', 'Packing and Stress in Compaction', 'Degree of Ceramic Bonding', 'Thermal and Mechanical Behavior', and 'High...

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Otros Autores: Sarkar, Debasish, 1972- author (author)
Formato: Libro electrónico
Idioma:Inglés
Publicado: Hoboken, NJ : John Wiley & Sons, Inc 2023.
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Tabla de Contenidos:
  • Intro
  • Fundamental Design of Steelmaking Refractories
  • Contents
  • Preface
  • Acknowledgment
  • About Author
  • 1 Heat and Mass Transfer
  • 1.1 Introduction
  • 1.2 Energy Conservation
  • 1.3 Conduction
  • 1.3.1 Basic Concept and Properties
  • 1.3.2 One-Dimensional Steady-state Conduction
  • 1.3.3 Two-Dimensional Steady-state Conduction
  • 1.4 Convection
  • 1.4.1 Boundary Layers
  • 1.4.2 Laminar and Turbulent Flow
  • 1.4.3 Free and Forced Convection
  • 1.4.4 Flow in Confined Region
  • 1.5 Radiation
  • 1.5.1 Basic Concepts
  • 1.5.2 Emission from Real Surfaces
  • 1.5.3 Absorption, Reflection, and Transmission by Real Surfaces
  • 1.5.4 Exchange Radiation
  • 1.6 Mass Transfer
  • 1.6.1 Convection Mass Transfer
  • 1.6.2 Multiphase Mass Transfer
  • 1.6.3 Analogy-Heat, Mass, and Momentum Transfer
  • 1.7 Heat Transfer in Refractory Lining
  • 1.7.1 Tunnel Kiln
  • 1.7.2 Ladle Lining
  • References
  • 2 Equilibrium and Nonequilibrium Phases
  • 2.1 Introduction
  • 2.2 Basics of Phase Diagram
  • 2.2.1 Gibb's Phase Rule
  • 2.2.2 Binary Phase Diagram and Crystallization
  • 2.2.3 Ternary Phase Diagram and Crystallization
  • 2.2.4 Alkemade Lines
  • 2.3 One-Component Phase Diagrams
  • 2.3.1 Water
  • 2.3.2 Quartz
  • 2.4 Two-Component Phase Diagrams
  • 2.4.1 Fe-C
  • 2.4.2 Two Oxides Phase Diagrams
  • 2.5 Three-Component Phase Diagrams
  • 2.5.1 Three Oxides Phase Diagrams
  • 2.5.2 FeO-SiO2-C
  • 2.6 Nucleation and Crystal Growth
  • 2.6.1 Homogenous and Heterogeneous Nucleation
  • 2.6.2 Crystal Growth Process
  • 2.7 Nonequilibrium Phases
  • References
  • 3 Packing, Stress, and Defects in Compaction
  • 3.1 Introduction
  • 3.2 Refractory Grading and Packing
  • 3.2.1 Binary and Ternary System
  • 3.2.2 Particle Morphology and Mechanical Response
  • 3.2.3 Nanoscale Particles and Mechanical Response
  • 3.2.4 Binder and Mixing on Packing.
  • 3.3 Stress-Strain during Compaction
  • 3.4 Agglomeration and Compaction
  • 3.5 Uniaxial Pressing
  • 3.6 Cold Isostatic Pressing
  • 3.7 Defects in Shaped Refractories
  • References
  • 4 Degree of Ceramic Bonding
  • 4.1 Introduction
  • 4.2 Importance of Heating Compartment
  • 4.2.1 Loading and Heating
  • 4.2.2 Heat Distribution
  • 4.2.3 Temperature Conformity
  • 4.3 Initial Stage Sintering
  • 4.3.1 Sintering Mechanisms of Two-particle Model
  • 4.3.2 Atomic Diffusion
  • 4.3.3 Sintering Kinetics
  • 4.3.4 Sintering Variables
  • 4.3.5 Limitations of Initial Stage of Sintering
  • 4.4 Intermediate and Final Stage Sintering
  • 4.4.1 Intermediate Stage Model
  • 4.4.2 Final Stage Model
  • 4.4.3 Influence of Entrapped Gases
  • 4.5 Microstructure Alteration
  • 4.5.1 Recrystallization and Grain Growth
  • 4.5.2 Grain Growth: Normal and Abnormal
  • 4.5.3 Pores and Secondary Crystallization
  • 4.6 Sintering with Low Melting Constituents
  • 4.7 Bonding Below 1000 °C
  • 4.7.1 Organic Binder
  • 4.7.2 Inorganic Binder
  • 4.7.3 Carbonaceous Binder
  • References
  • 5 Thermal and Mechanical Behavior
  • 5.1 Introduction
  • 5.2 Mechanical Properties
  • 5.2.1 Elastic Modulus
  • 5.2.2 Hardness
  • 5.2.3 Fracture Toughness
  • 5.2.4 Strength
  • 5.2.5 Fatigue
  • 5.3 Cracking
  • 5.3.1 Theory of Brittle Fracture
  • 5.3.2 Physics of Fracture
  • 5.3.3 Spontaneous Microcracking
  • 5.4 Thermal Properties
  • 5.4.1 Stress Anisotropy and Magnitude
  • 5.4.2 Thermal Conductivity
  • 5.4.3 Thermal Expansion
  • 5.4.4 Thermal Shock
  • 5.4.5 Thermal Stress Distribution
  • 5.5 Thermomechanical Response
  • 5.5.1 Refractoriness under Load
  • 5.5.2 Creep in Compression (CIC)
  • 5.5.3 Hot Modulus of Rupture
  • 5.6 Wear
  • 5.6.1 System-dependent Phenomena
  • 5.6.2 Adhesive
  • 5.6.3 Abrasive
  • 5.6.4 Erosive
  • 5.6.5 Oxidative
  • References
  • 6 High Temperature Refractory Corrosion
  • 6.1 Introduction.
  • 6.2 Thermodynamic Perceptions
  • 6.3 Effect of Temperature and Water Vapor
  • 6.4 Slag-Refractory Interactions
  • 6.4.1 Diffusion in Solids
  • 6.4.2 Oxidation
  • 6.4.3 Infiltration
  • 6.4.4 Dissolution
  • 6.4.5 Crystallite Alteration
  • 6.4.6 Endell, Fehling, and Kley Model
  • 6.5 Phenomenological Approach and Slag Design
  • 6.5.1 Refractory Solubility
  • 6.5.2 Slag Composition and Volume Optimization
  • References
  • 7 Operation and Refractories for Primary Steel
  • 7.1 Introduction
  • 7.2 Operational Features in BOF
  • 7.2.1 Charging and Blowing
  • 7.2.2 Mode of Blowing
  • 7.2.3 Physicochemical Change in BOF
  • 7.2.4 Tapping
  • 7.2.5 Slag Formation
  • 7.3 Operational Features in EAF
  • 7.4 Refractory Designing and Lining
  • 7.4.1 Steel Chemistry and Slag Composition
  • 7.4.2 Thermal and Mechanical Stress
  • 7.4.3 Refractory Lining and Corrosive Wear
  • 7.4.4 Refractory Composition and Properties
  • 7.5 Refractory Maintenance Practice
  • 7.6 Philosophy to Consider Raw Materials
  • 7.7 Microstructure-dependent Properties of Refractories
  • 7.7.1 Microstructure Deterioration Inhibition to Improve Slag Corrosion Resistance
  • 7.7.2 Slag Coating to Protect the Working Surface
  • 7.7.3 Microstructure Reinforcement by Evaporation-Condensation of Pitch
  • 7.7.4 Whisker Insertion to Reinforce Microstructure
  • 7.7.5 Fracture Toughness Enhancement and Crack Propagation Inhibition
  • References
  • 8 Operation and Refractories for Secondary Steelmaking
  • 8.1 Introduction
  • 8.2 Steel Diversity, Nomenclature, and Use
  • 8.3 Vessels for Different Grades of Steel
  • 8.4 Operational Features of Vessels
  • 8.4.1 Ladle Furnace (LF)
  • 8.4.2 Argon Oxygen Decarburization (AOD)
  • 8.4.3 Vacuum Ladle Degassing Process
  • 8.4.4 Stirring and Refining Process in Degassing
  • 8.4.5 Composition Adjustment by Sealed Ar Bubbling with Oxygen Blowing (CAS-OB).
  • 8.4.6 RH Snorkel
  • 8.5 Designing Aspects of Refractories
  • 8.6 Refractories for Working Lining
  • 8.6.1 Magnesia-Carbon Refractories
  • 8.6.2 Alumina-Magnesia-Carbon Refractories
  • 8.6.3 Dolo-Carbon Refractories
  • 8.6.4 Magnesia-chrome (MgO-Cr2O3)
  • 8.6.5 Spinel Bricks
  • References
  • 9 Precast and Purging System
  • 9.1 Introduction
  • 9.2 Composition Design of Castables
  • 9.2.1 Choice of Raw Materials and Properties
  • 9.2.2 Choice of Binders
  • 9.2.3 Aggregates Grading
  • 9.2.4 On-site Castable Casting
  • 9.3 Precast-Shape Design and Manufacturing
  • 9.4 Precast Shapes and Casting
  • 9.5 Purging Plugs
  • 9.5.1 Plug Design and Refractory
  • 9.5.2 Gas Purging
  • 9.5.3 Installation and Maintenance
  • 9.5.4 Clogging and Corrosion
  • References
  • 10 Refractories for Flow Control
  • 10.1 Introduction
  • 10.2 First-Second-Third Generation Slide Gate
  • 10.3 New Generation Ladle Slide Gate System
  • 10.4 Ladle Slide Gate Plate
  • 10.4.1 Critical Design Parameters
  • 10.4.2 Selection of Slide Plate and Fixing
  • 10.4.3 Materials and Fabrication of SGP
  • 10.4.4 Mode of Failures
  • 10.4.5 FEA for Stress and Cracking
  • 10.5 Tundish Slide Gate and Plate
  • 10.5.1 Modern Slide Gate and Refractory Assembly
  • 10.5.2 Materials and Fabrication
  • 10.5.3 Cracking and Corrosion Phenomena
  • 10.6 Short Nozzles for Ladle and Tundish
  • 10.7 Nozzle Diameter and Gate Opening in Flow
  • References
  • 11 Refractories for Continuous Casting
  • 11.1 Introduction
  • 11.2 Importance of Long Nozzles in Steel Transfer
  • 11.2.1 Furnace to Ladle Transfer
  • 11.2.2 Ladle to Tundish Transfer
  • 11.2.3 Tundish to Mold Transfer
  • 11.3 Tundish Lining
  • 11.3.1 Lining and Failure
  • 11.3.2 Lining Improvement and Maintenance
  • 11.4 Ladle Shroud (LS)
  • 11.4.1 Design and Geometry
  • 11.4.2 Failures, Materials and Processing
  • 11.4.3 Operational Practice.
  • 11.4.4 Flow Pattern
  • 11.5 Mono Block Stopper
  • 11.5.1 Preheating Schedule
  • 11.5.2 Installation
  • 11.5.3 Failures
  • 11.5.4 Glazing
  • 11.6 Submerged-Entry Nozzle
  • 11.6.1 Installation and Failures
  • 11.6.2 SEN Fixing for Thin Slab Caster
  • 11.6.3 SES Installation and Failures
  • 11.6.4 Corrosion and Clogging
  • References
  • 12 Premature Refractory Life by Other Parameters
  • 12.1 Introduction
  • 12.2 Refractory Manufacturing Defects
  • 12.2.1 Consistence Raw Material
  • 12.2.2 Processing Parameters
  • 12.2.3 Pressing and Firing
  • 12.3 Packing and Transport
  • 12.3.1 Packaging and Packing Material
  • 12.3.2 Vibration-free Packaging
  • 12.3.3 Loading, Transporting, and Unloading
  • 12.4 Procurement and Lining Failures
  • 12.4.1 Total Cost of Ownership Concept
  • 12.4.2 Preliminary Features of Lining
  • 12.4.3 Workmanship
  • 12.5 Preventive Maintenance in Operation
  • 12.5.1 Professional Service
  • 12.5.2 Slag Composition, Temperature, and Viscosity
  • 12.5.3 Monitor and Maintenance of Lining
  • 12.6 Consistent Supply and Time Management
  • 12.6.1 Cycle Concept
  • 12.6.2 Pull/Push Concept
  • References
  • Index
  • EULA.