An environmentally friendly method for synthesizing a dawsonite conversion film was developed to improve the corrosion resistance of AZ31 Mg alloy. The film was prepared by two steps： the AZ31 alloy was first immerse...An environmentally friendly method for synthesizing a dawsonite conversion film was developed to improve the corrosion resistance of AZ31 Mg alloy. The film was prepared by two steps： the AZ31 alloy was first immersed in an Al 2 （SO 4 ） 3 solution venting CO 2 gas to form a precursor film, and then the precursor film was treated in a Na 2 CO 3 solution dissolved with Al to obtain the dawsonite film. The surface morphology of the conversion film was observed with an environmental scanning electronic microscope. The chemical composition of the conversion film was analyzed by energy dispersive X-ray spectroscopy and X-ray diffractometry. Electrochemical and immersion tests were carried out to evaluate the protection effect of the conversion film on AZ31 alloy. There are some network-like cracks on the surface of the film. The conversion film is mainly composed of dawsonite NaAlCO 3 （OH） 2 , Al（OH） 3 and Al 5 （OH） 13 （CO 3 ）·5H 2 O, which can increase the corrosion potential and reduce the corrosion current density of the Mg substrate. After immersion tests, the film almost keeps intact, except for the localized narrow areas with several corrosion pits, while the bare material undergoes serious general corrosion. It is indicated that the dawsonite film can provide good protection to the magnesium alloy.展开更多
Effects of polycarboxylate type admixture（PCA）on calcium monocarboaluminate hydrate（AFmc）formation in hydrated cement paste containing limestone filler（LF）are investigated by the Fourier transform infrared spect...Effects of polycarboxylate type admixture（PCA）on calcium monocarboaluminate hydrate（AFmc）formation in hydrated cement paste containing limestone filler（LF）are investigated by the Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy（FTIR）,the scanning electron microscopy（SEM）,the derivative thermogravimetric（DTG）analysis and the adsorption amount measurement.Experimental results indicate that AFmc forms during the initial hydration period of cement as early as 15 min.It is found that PCA accelerates the early age AFmc formation and enhances cement hydration by promoting C4AF hydration at the early age,and,as a consequence,the iron associated AFmc phase forms more readily.The phenomenon is not observed when PCA is replaced by a naphthalene formaldehyde sulphonate condensate water reducer.Compatibility between PCA and cement is modified due to the presence of AFmc along with ettringite（AFt）,which results in a less adsorption amount of PCA on the surface of cement minerals.As a kind of high-range water reducer,PCA may be the preferred choice for concrete containing LF.展开更多
Behaviors of TiO2 in the alumina carbothermic reduction and chlorination process in vacuum at different temperatures were investigated experimentally by means of XRD,SEM and EDS.In the preparation of materials,the mol...Behaviors of TiO2 in the alumina carbothermic reduction and chlorination process in vacuum at different temperatures were investigated experimentally by means of XRD,SEM and EDS.In the preparation of materials,the molar ratio of Al2O3 to C was 1：4,and 10% TiO2 and excess AlCl3 were added.The results show that TiC is produced by C and TiO2 after TiO2 transforms from anatase into rutile gradually.In the temperature range of 1 763？1 783 K,the compounds of Ti and Al are not found in slags and condensate.The purity of aluminum reaches 98.35%,and TiO2 does not participate in alumina carbothermic reduction process and chlorination process in vacuum.展开更多
In order to clean production of chromium compounds, it is a critical process to remove aluminates and utilize aluminum compounds from artificial chromate alkali solutions. The effects of Na2 Cr O4 on the neutralizatio...In order to clean production of chromium compounds, it is a critical process to remove aluminates and utilize aluminum compounds from artificial chromate alkali solutions. The effects of Na2 Cr O4 on the neutralization curve, Al（OH）3 precipitation efficiency and induction period of bayerite were investigated. The results indicate that the neutralization curve of the artificial chromate alkali solutions shows three distinct regions and its induction period is longer than that of pure sodium aluminate solutions at the same aluminum concentration. And the decreased temperature and volume fraction of CO2 enhance the particle size of bayerite β-Al（OH）3. Bayerite composed of agglomerates of rods and cone frustums was obtained from alkali metal chromate solutions with 28.5% CO2（volume fraction） at temperatures ranging from 50 °C to 70 °C. Coarse bayerite with particle size（d50） from 24.2 μm to 29.3 μm extremely has few impurities, which is suitable for comprehensive utilization.展开更多
The influence of Si on the stability of TiC in Al melts was studied.It is found that TiC particles in Al melts become unstable with the addition of Si.When the melting temperature is below 890 °C,TiC will react w...The influence of Si on the stability of TiC in Al melts was studied.It is found that TiC particles in Al melts become unstable with the addition of Si.When the melting temperature is below 890 °C,TiC will react with Al and Si to form TiAlxSiy and Al4C3 phases.But if the melt temperature is above 890 ℃,TiC will react with Al and Si to form to Ti3SiC2 and Al4C3.It is considered that the influence of Si on the stability of TiC in Al melts is due to its incursion into TiC crystal lattice during the holding,which will cause serious lattice distortion in TiC and then speed up the out-diffusion of surrounded C atoms.展开更多
A novel process was proposed for the activation pretreatment of limonitic laterite ores by Na2CO3 roasting. Dechromization and dealumination kinetics of the laterite ores and the effect of particle size, Na2CO3-ore ma...A novel process was proposed for the activation pretreatment of limonitic laterite ores by Na2CO3 roasting. Dechromization and dealumination kinetics of the laterite ores and the effect of particle size, Na2CO3-ore mass ratio, and roasting temperature on Cr and Al extraction were studied. Experimental results indicate that the extraction rates of Cr and Al are up to 99%and 82%, respectively, under the optimal particle size of 44–74μm, Na2CO3-to-ore mass ratio of 0.6：1, and temperature of 1000 ℃. Dechromization within the range of 600–800 oC is controlled by the diffusion through the product layer with an apparent activation energy of 3.9 kJ/mol, and that it is controlled by the chemical reaction at the surface within the range of 900–1100 ℃ with an apparent activation energy of 54.3 kJ/mol. Besides, the Avrami diffusion controlled model with on apparent activation energy of 16.4 kJ/mol is most applicable for dealumination. Furthermore, 96.8%Ni and 95.6%Co could be extracted from the alkali-roasting residues in the subsequent pressure acid leaching process.展开更多
For the clean and economical production of chromium compounds, it is crucial to remove aluminates from chromate alkali solutions and utilize aluminum-containing compounds. In this work, carbonization was used to remov...For the clean and economical production of chromium compounds, it is crucial to remove aluminates from chromate alkali solutions and utilize aluminum-containing compounds. In this work, carbonization was used to remove aluminates from a synthetic chromate leaching solution containing a high K2O/Al2O3 mole ratio. The influence of reaction temperature, carbonization time, flow rate of carbon dioxide, and seed ratio on the precipitation of Al was investigated. The optimal output was obtained under the following experimental conditions： a reaction temperature of 50 °C, a carbonization time of 100 min, a carbon dioxide flow rate of 0.1 L/min, and a seed ratio of 1.0. Gibbsite was obtained following carbonization. The structure and morphology of the gibbsite were characterized by X-ray diffraction （XRD）, scanning electron microscopy （SEM）, and laser particle size analyzer. The particle size distribution and morphology of the gibbsite were significantly influenced by the experimental conditions. The gibbsite had a mean particle size （d50） of 16.72μm. The thermal decomposition of the gibbsite was analyzed by XRD and the decomposition path was determined. The obtained coarseα-Al2O3 precipitate, which contains 0.08% Cr2O3 and 0.10% K2O, was suitable for subsequent utilization.展开更多
Using nickel catalyst supported on aluminum powders, carbon nanotubes （CNTs） were successfully synthesized in aluminum powders by in-situ chemical vapor deposition at 650 ℃. Structural characterization revealed tha...Using nickel catalyst supported on aluminum powders, carbon nanotubes （CNTs） were successfully synthesized in aluminum powders by in-situ chemical vapor deposition at 650 ℃. Structural characterization revealed that the as-grown CNTs possessed higher graphitization degree and straight graphite shell. By this approach, more homogeneous dispersion of CNTs in aluminum powders was achieved compared with the traditional mechanical mixture methods. Using the in-situ synthesized CNTs/Al composite powders and powder metallurgy process, CNTs/Al bulk composites were prepared. Performance testing showed that the mechanical properties and dimensional stability of the composites were improved obviously, which was attributed to the superior dispersion of CNTs in aluminum matrix and the strong interfacial bonding between CNTs and matrix.展开更多
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China (NSFC, No. U1407110)the National College Students’ Innovative Training Program Project (No. 201710359028)
基金Project(50901082)supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China
文摘An environmentally friendly method for synthesizing a dawsonite conversion film was developed to improve the corrosion resistance of AZ31 Mg alloy. The film was prepared by two steps： the AZ31 alloy was first immersed in an Al 2 （SO 4 ） 3 solution venting CO 2 gas to form a precursor film, and then the precursor film was treated in a Na 2 CO 3 solution dissolved with Al to obtain the dawsonite film. The surface morphology of the conversion film was observed with an environmental scanning electronic microscope. The chemical composition of the conversion film was analyzed by energy dispersive X-ray spectroscopy and X-ray diffractometry. Electrochemical and immersion tests were carried out to evaluate the protection effect of the conversion film on AZ31 alloy. There are some network-like cracks on the surface of the film. The conversion film is mainly composed of dawsonite NaAlCO 3 （OH） 2 , Al（OH） 3 and Al 5 （OH） 13 （CO 3 ）·5H 2 O, which can increase the corrosion potential and reduce the corrosion current density of the Mg substrate. After immersion tests, the film almost keeps intact, except for the localized narrow areas with several corrosion pits, while the bare material undergoes serious general corrosion. It is indicated that the dawsonite film can provide good protection to the magnesium alloy.
基金The Natural Science Foundation of Jiangsu Province(No.BK2009712)the National Construction Research Project(No.2009-K4-9)
文摘Effects of polycarboxylate type admixture（PCA）on calcium monocarboaluminate hydrate（AFmc）formation in hydrated cement paste containing limestone filler（LF）are investigated by the Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy（FTIR）,the scanning electron microscopy（SEM）,the derivative thermogravimetric（DTG）analysis and the adsorption amount measurement.Experimental results indicate that AFmc forms during the initial hydration period of cement as early as 15 min.It is found that PCA accelerates the early age AFmc formation and enhances cement hydration by promoting C4AF hydration at the early age,and,as a consequence,the iron associated AFmc phase forms more readily.The phenomenon is not observed when PCA is replaced by a naphthalene formaldehyde sulphonate condensate water reducer.Compatibility between PCA and cement is modified due to the presence of AFmc along with ettringite（AFt）,which results in a less adsorption amount of PCA on the surface of cement minerals.As a kind of high-range water reducer,PCA may be the preferred choice for concrete containing LF.
基金Project (u0837604) supported by the Joint Funds of the National Natural Science Foundation of China and Yunnan ProvinceProject (20095314110003) supported by the Special Research Funds of the Doctor Subject of Higher School,China
文摘Behaviors of TiO2 in the alumina carbothermic reduction and chlorination process in vacuum at different temperatures were investigated experimentally by means of XRD,SEM and EDS.In the preparation of materials,the molar ratio of Al2O3 to C was 1：4,and 10% TiO2 and excess AlCl3 were added.The results show that TiC is produced by C and TiO2 after TiO2 transforms from anatase into rutile gradually.In the temperature range of 1 763？1 783 K,the compounds of Ti and Al are not found in slags and condensate.The purity of aluminum reaches 98.35%,and TiO2 does not participate in alumina carbothermic reduction process and chlorination process in vacuum.
基金Project(51125018)supported by the National Science Found for Distinguished Young Scholars of ChinaProject(2011BAC06B07)supported by the National Key Technologies R&D Program of China+2 种基金Project(2011AA060704)supported by the National Hi-tech Research and Development Program of ChinaProjects(51204153,21106167)supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of ChinaProjects(2012M510552,2013T60175)supported by Financial Grant from the China Postdoctoral Science Foundation
文摘In order to clean production of chromium compounds, it is a critical process to remove aluminates and utilize aluminum compounds from artificial chromate alkali solutions. The effects of Na2 Cr O4 on the neutralization curve, Al（OH）3 precipitation efficiency and induction period of bayerite were investigated. The results indicate that the neutralization curve of the artificial chromate alkali solutions shows three distinct regions and its induction period is longer than that of pure sodium aluminate solutions at the same aluminum concentration. And the decreased temperature and volume fraction of CO2 enhance the particle size of bayerite β-Al（OH）3. Bayerite composed of agglomerates of rods and cone frustums was obtained from alkali metal chromate solutions with 28.5% CO2（volume fraction） at temperatures ranging from 50 °C to 70 °C. Coarse bayerite with particle size（d50） from 24.2 μm to 29.3 μm extremely has few impurities, which is suitable for comprehensive utilization.
基金Project(50625101) supported by the National Natural Science Fund for Distinguished Young Scholars,China Project(51071097) supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of ChinaProject(11QG67) supported by the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities,China
文摘The influence of Si on the stability of TiC in Al melts was studied.It is found that TiC particles in Al melts become unstable with the addition of Si.When the melting temperature is below 890 °C,TiC will react with Al and Si to form TiAlxSiy and Al4C3 phases.But if the melt temperature is above 890 ℃,TiC will react with Al and Si to form to Ti3SiC2 and Al4C3.It is considered that the influence of Si on the stability of TiC in Al melts is due to its incursion into TiC crystal lattice during the holding,which will cause serious lattice distortion in TiC and then speed up the out-diffusion of surrounded C atoms.
基金Project(51125018)supported by the National Natural Science Foundation for Distinguished Young Scholars of ChinaProject(51204153)supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of ChinaProject(2011BAC06B07)supported by the National High Technology Research and Development Program,China
文摘A novel process was proposed for the activation pretreatment of limonitic laterite ores by Na2CO3 roasting. Dechromization and dealumination kinetics of the laterite ores and the effect of particle size, Na2CO3-ore mass ratio, and roasting temperature on Cr and Al extraction were studied. Experimental results indicate that the extraction rates of Cr and Al are up to 99%and 82%, respectively, under the optimal particle size of 44–74μm, Na2CO3-to-ore mass ratio of 0.6：1, and temperature of 1000 ℃. Dechromization within the range of 600–800 oC is controlled by the diffusion through the product layer with an apparent activation energy of 3.9 kJ/mol, and that it is controlled by the chemical reaction at the surface within the range of 900–1100 ℃ with an apparent activation energy of 54.3 kJ/mol. Besides, the Avrami diffusion controlled model with on apparent activation energy of 16.4 kJ/mol is most applicable for dealumination. Furthermore, 96.8%Ni and 95.6%Co could be extracted from the alkali-roasting residues in the subsequent pressure acid leaching process.
基金Project(51125018)supported by the National Science Foundation for Distinguished Young Scholars of ChinaProject(2011AA060704)supported by the National High-tech Research and Development Program of ChinaProjects(51204153,21406246)supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China
文摘For the clean and economical production of chromium compounds, it is crucial to remove aluminates from chromate alkali solutions and utilize aluminum-containing compounds. In this work, carbonization was used to remove aluminates from a synthetic chromate leaching solution containing a high K2O/Al2O3 mole ratio. The influence of reaction temperature, carbonization time, flow rate of carbon dioxide, and seed ratio on the precipitation of Al was investigated. The optimal output was obtained under the following experimental conditions： a reaction temperature of 50 °C, a carbonization time of 100 min, a carbon dioxide flow rate of 0.1 L/min, and a seed ratio of 1.0. Gibbsite was obtained following carbonization. The structure and morphology of the gibbsite were characterized by X-ray diffraction （XRD）, scanning electron microscopy （SEM）, and laser particle size analyzer. The particle size distribution and morphology of the gibbsite were significantly influenced by the experimental conditions. The gibbsite had a mean particle size （d50） of 16.72μm. The thermal decomposition of the gibbsite was analyzed by XRD and the decomposition path was determined. The obtained coarseα-Al2O3 precipitate, which contains 0.08% Cr2O3 and 0.10% K2O, was suitable for subsequent utilization.
基金Projects(51071107,51001080,51201056)supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of ChinaProject(2010CB934703)supported by the National Basic Research Program of China+1 种基金Project(13211027)supported by Science and Technology Plan Project of Hebei Province,ChinaProject(2011008)supported by Outstanding Youth Science and Technology Innovation Fund of Hebei University of Technology,China
文摘Using nickel catalyst supported on aluminum powders, carbon nanotubes （CNTs） were successfully synthesized in aluminum powders by in-situ chemical vapor deposition at 650 ℃. Structural characterization revealed that the as-grown CNTs possessed higher graphitization degree and straight graphite shell. By this approach, more homogeneous dispersion of CNTs in aluminum powders was achieved compared with the traditional mechanical mixture methods. Using the in-situ synthesized CNTs/Al composite powders and powder metallurgy process, CNTs/Al bulk composites were prepared. Performance testing showed that the mechanical properties and dimensional stability of the composites were improved obviously, which was attributed to the superior dispersion of CNTs in aluminum matrix and the strong interfacial bonding between CNTs and matrix.
