Fundamental Investigation of metal/refractory interactions in processing of non-ferrous metals: Wettability Phenomena

本项目旨在发展对耐火材料/金属反应中的界面现象的新认识，包括新型添加剂对润湿性的影响，从而优化有色金属加工过程中的耐火材料组成。该项目将允许开发先进的耐火材料，从而提高耐腐蚀性，从而提高耐火材料的寿命和金属生产效率。这将有助于进一步加强澳大利亚作为铝及相关产品的重要生产国和出口国的地位。该项目将产生耐火材料/金属相互作用的科学数据，并确定非润湿剂在改善耐火材料抗金属侵蚀性能方面的影响。

This project aims to develop new understanding of interfacial phenomenon during refractory/metal reactions including the influence of novel additives on wettability leading to optimisation of refractory composition during processing of non-ferrous metals. This project will allow development of advanced refractories that will enhance corrosion resistance thereby improving refractory life and efficiency of metal production. This can contribute in further enhancing Australia's position as a significant producer and exporter of aluminium and associated products. The project will generate scientific data on refractory/metal interactions and establish influence of non-wetting agents in improving refractory performance against metal attack.