scholarly journals Characterization of Three Amu-Darya Basin Clays in Ceramic Brick Industry and Their Applications with Brick Waste

Materials ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 14 (23) ◽  
pp. 7471
Author(s):  
Serdar Korpayev ◽  
Meretdurdy Bayramov ◽  
Serdar Durdyev ◽  
Hemra Hamrayev
Keyword(s):  
High Plasticity ◽  
Ceramic Brick ◽  
Thermal Methods ◽  
X Ray ◽  
Freeze Thaw ◽  
Amu Darya ◽  
Clay Deposits ◽  
Industry Standards ◽  
Different Temperatures ◽  
Xrd Techniques

This study examined the chemical, mineralogical, physical, thermal, and technological characteristics of the Dostluk (DM), Halach (HM), and Sakar (HM) clay deposits located in the Amu-Darya basin of Turkmenistan. The potential suitability of these deposits was evaluated for the local ceramic brick industry. The chemical and mineralogical features were identified by X-ray fluorescence (XRF), ion chromatography (IC), energy-dispersive X-ray spectroscopy (EDS), and X-ray diffraction (XRD) techniques. The physical properties were characterized by granulometric analysis by sieving, particle size distribution, scanning electron microscopy/optic analysis, specific surface area, Pfefferkon’s plasticity index, reabsorption, shrinkage, water absorption, mechanical (compression and bending), and freeze–thaw durability tests. The thermal methods were performed using dilatometry and thermogravimetric/differential thermal analyzer (TG/DTA). The test samples for the different clay deposits were extruded, dried, and fired at three different temperatures of 850 °C, 950 °C, and 1050 °C. While the Dostluk and Sakar clays have high plasticity, Halach clay has been found to have low plasticity. The mechanical and freeze–thaw durability tests demonstrated that the outcomes of the clays of different origins were sufficient, achieving compressive strengths of over 10 MPa and mass loss less than 3%, which are acceptable by industry standards. Semi-industrial processed hollow bricks demonstrated promising characteristics. While the Dostluk and Sakar clay-based brick specimens were visibly free of cracks, the Halach specimens showed some cracks. The physical and mechanical improvements of these clays were performed with three mixtures, which are M1 (80 mass% DM + 20 mass% brick waste), M2 (85 mass% SM + 15 mass% brick waste), and M3 (70 mass% HM + 25 mass% SM and 5 mass% brick waste) for the brick industry.

Microstructural and Corrosion Studies by Immersion in 3.5% NaCl Solution on Aged Mg-9Al-1Zn-XCa Alloy

2019 ◽  
Vol 969 ◽  
pp. 93-97
Author(s):  
S. Manivannan ◽  
B. Narenthiran ◽  
A. Sivanantham ◽  
S.P. Kumaresh Babu
Keyword(s):  
Corrosion Behaviour ◽  
Nacl Solution ◽  
X Ray Diffraction ◽  
Corrosion Attack ◽  
X Ray ◽  
Α Phase ◽  
Corrosion Studies ◽  
Different Temperatures ◽  
Xrd Techniques ◽  
Scanning Electron

The experimatal alloys were aged at different temperatures of 180°C, 200°C, 220°C, and 240º C with calcium addition levels of (X=0.5, 1, 1.5, 2%) on Mg-6Al-1Zn-XCa alloy were investigated in 3.5% NaCl solution. All the experimatal alloys were immersed in 3.5% NaCl solutions and the resulted surface were analyzed to study the corrosion behaviour and its surface topography by optical microscopy (OM), scanning electron microscopy (SEM), energy dispersed spectroscopy (EDS) and X-ray diffraction (XRD) techniques. The result shows that corrosion attack occurred predominantly on ß phase and α phase exhibit relatively minor corrosion. In addition to that the increased aging temperature coarsens the intermetallic as well as α- Mg grains, which shows adverse effect to corrosion resistances and the best result were obtained at composition of 0.5wt.% Ca aged at 200°C.

Fabrication and Material Analysis of Zinc Oxide Nanorods Grown on Gallium Nitride Substrate

2016 ◽  
Vol 19 (4) ◽  
pp. 181-183 ◽  
Author(s):  
Tzu-Yi Yu ◽  
Yi Cian Chen ◽  
Wang Ting Chiu ◽  
Yang Luo ◽  
Sheng Shin Wang ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Au Nanoparticles ◽  
Zno Nanorods ◽  
Nano Particles ◽  
Zinc Oxide Nanorods ◽  
X Ray Diffraction ◽  
Thermal Methods ◽  
X Ray ◽  
Oxide Nanorods ◽  
Different Temperatures ◽  
Multiple Material

In this study, we address process how the ZnO nanorods were deposited on GaN substrates with spin-coating by using the hydro-thermal methods. After ZnO was spin coated, the samples were annealed with different temperatures to incorporate with Au nano particles. Multiple material analyses, such as the field emission scanning electron microscopy (FESEM), the energy dispersive X-ray spectroscopy (EDX) and the X-ray diffraction (XRD) analyses were carried out to characterize the Au nanoparticles/ZnO nanorods/GaN nanocomposites.

Behavior of UO2 in the RBMK-1000 Spent Fuel under Oxidizing Conditions

2004 ◽  
Vol 824 ◽  
Author(s):  
A. B. Kolyadin ◽  
V. Ya. Mishin ◽  
K. Ya. Mishin ◽  
A. S. Aloy ◽  
T. I. Koltsova
Keyword(s):  
Thermal Oxidation ◽  
Spent Nuclear Fuel ◽  
Oxidation Process ◽  
Spent Fuel ◽  
X Ray Diffraction ◽  
X Ray ◽  
Dry Storage ◽  
Different Temperatures ◽  
Xrd Techniques

AbstractThe oxidation of UO2–type spent nuclear fuel (SNF) in gaseousmedia was studied at different temperatures and oxygen contents using gravimetric and powder X-ray diffraction (XRD) techniques. The aim of the study was to determine the mechanism(s) of thermal-oxidation alteration of SNF during long-term dry storage. The samples used in the experiments were chips of RBMK-1000 fuel rods.Oxidation of UO2with a mean burn-up of 10.7 and 19.73 MW d/kg in humid air was observed at a temperature as low as 150°C. At 200°C nearly all of the UO2was transformed into U3O8 between 3500-4000 hours. In a humid nitrogen environment containing of 0.05-1.3 vol. % oxygen at 300°C, the UO2 completely transformed to U3O8 between 2500-3000 hours. Oxidation of UO2in samples with small amounts of jacket damage (e.g., <0.04 MM2)ll progresses more slowly and after â3000 hours the oxygen-to-uranium ratio was 2.56.Stabilization of the oxidation process was not observed in the fuel samples upto an O/U ratio of 2.4, which may be attributed to the smallburn-up of the fuel under investigation.

scholarly journals Determination of the Chemical Compositions of Clay Deposits from Some Part of South West Nigeria for Industrial Applications

2016 ◽  
Vol 4 (1) ◽  
pp. 21-26
Author(s):  
A.I. Inegbenebor ◽  
A.O. Inegbenebor ◽  
R.C. Mordi ◽  
N. Kalada ◽  
A. Falomo ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mineral Content ◽  
Raw Materials ◽  
Industrial Applications ◽  
Chemical Compositions ◽  
X Ray ◽  
Moisture Contents ◽  
South West ◽  
Clay Deposits ◽  
Industry Standards

Clay is one of the major raw materials in ceramics, paint and paper industries. In this paper, a report is given on the chemical composition of clay deposits in Ilaro and Ikorodu, South West Nigeria and their suitability as raw materials in the above mentioned industries is suggested by comparison of their composition with industry standards. The clay samples were activated with H2SO4 and their moisture content was determined. The mineral content of the clays was determined using atomic absorption spectroscopy, which showed significant presence of Si, Al, Fe, and Ti. The morphology of the clays was studied using scanning electron microscope (SEM/EDX) in combination with X-ray analysis. The investigation revealed the agglomeration of the particles of quartz and rutile on the surface structure of the activated clays. The results obtained from their observed properties and chemical compositions indicate that these clays are suitable for use in the ceramics, paint and paper industries. This proposition is supported by reduction in moisture contents of the activated clay samples from both Ilaro and Ikorodu.Int J Appl Sci Biotechnol, Vol 4(1): 21-26

scholarly journals Geochemical composition, mineralogy, geotechnical characteristics of some clay deposits in parts of the southern Niger Delta, Nigeria

2021 ◽  
Vol 19 (1) ◽  
pp. 41-51
Author(s):  
Aliu Okpo Jeminatu ◽  
Itiowe Kiamuke ◽  
Avwenagha Enivwenaye Oghenero
Keyword(s):  
Niger Delta ◽  
Clay Soil ◽  
Fluorescence Analysis ◽  
Soil Samples ◽  
High Plasticity ◽  
Index Test ◽  
Geochemical Composition ◽  
X Ray ◽  
Clay Deposits ◽  
Geotechnical Characteristics

Clay soil samples from the Afo-Okpella and Okpekpe in parts of the southern Niger Delta were analyzed for their geochemical composition, mineralogical and geotechnical characteristics. X-ray fluorescence analysis, x-ray diffraction analysis and index property tests were carried out to determine elemental composition, mineralogical nature and geotechnical attributes of the clay. The XRF reveals that SiO2 and Al2O3 are the predominant oxides. The XRD analysis shows that kaolinite is the predominant clay mineral with varying amount of quartz also traces of illite, smectite. The geotechnical index test shows that the clay soil samples studied also contains considerable amounts of silt-size particles (18%-70%) which makes them unsuitable in their raw state for use as fillers, raw materials in the paint industries. The clays were generally of medium to high plasticity and medium to high compressibility, however the classification of degree of expansion as regard to percentage linear shrinkage places the entire clay bodies studied in the critical degree of expansion. The study reveals that they are good for the production of quality bricks, ceramics and other industrial usage such as rubber, paper and paint industries.

Characteristics and Regeneration Properties of Manganese Oxide Sorbent under O2 Atmosphere

2016 ◽  
Vol 859 ◽  
pp. 134-139
Author(s):  
Li Ping Liu ◽  
Shang Guan Ju ◽  
Hui Qing Wang ◽  
Xiao Wei Zhao ◽  
Jie Mi
Keyword(s):  
Manganese Oxide ◽  
Photoelectron Spectroscopy ◽  
Fixed Bed ◽  
Conversion Ratio ◽  
Manganese Sulfate ◽  
X Ray Diffraction ◽  
X Ray ◽  
Different Temperatures ◽  
Xrd Techniques ◽  
Micro Reactor

The regeneration behavior of manganese oxide sorbent under O2atmosphere was investigated in a fixed bed micro-reactor under the influence of different temperatures and O2 concentrations. The change in phase of the sulfided and the regenerated sorbents was analyzed by X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS) and X-ray diffraction (XRD) techniques. MnS, Mn3O4 and MnSO4 were found in regenerated sorbent at 400 °C, which indicated that the regeneration of the sulfided sorbent was not complete, however, MnS was converted to Mn3O4, Mn2O3 and few MnSO4 at 800 °C. The manganese sulfate formed during the regeneration but decomposed to Mn2O3 at 800 °C. MnS reacts with O2 to form Mn3O4 and MnSO4, and then MnSO4 was decomposed at 800 °C. The results show that the optimum regeneration temperature and O2 concentration obtained from this experiment are 800 °C and 2.2 vol %, respectively, and the regeneration conversion ratio was about 95%.

scholarly journals Mineralogical and Geochemical Appraisal of Clay Deposits in Papalanto and Its Environs, Southwestern, Nigeria

2017 ◽  
Vol 7 (1) ◽  
pp. 1
Author(s):  
Adewole John Adeola ◽  
Modupe Adefunmi Olaleye
Keyword(s):  
Grain Size ◽  
Water Absorption ◽  
Density Measurement ◽  
Grain Size Analysis ◽  
Sieve Analysis ◽  
High Plasticity ◽  
X Ray Diffraction ◽  
Southwestern Nigeria ◽  
X Ray ◽  
Clay Deposits

Three residual clay occurrences in Papalanto, Ifo, and Imoto areas which belong to the sedimentary basin of southwestern Nigeria were investigated to determine their industrial applications.The samples were pulverized, sieved, digested with mineral acids and characterized. Clay mineralogy was determined using X-ray Diffraction (XRD). Elemental compositions of the clay samples were determined using Inductively Coupled Plasma-Mass Spectrometer (ICP-MS). Grain size distribution data were obtained by conducting grain size analysis in two parts; sieve analysis and sedimentation. Thermal properties, plasticity tests, density measurement, linear shrinkage and water absorption capacity were determined to evaluate their industrial potentials. Chemical Index of Alteration (CIA) was calculated to determine the degree of weathering in the area.The X-ray diffraction results showed that kaolinite is the dominant mineral, while quartz, anatase and hematite are the major non clay minerals. Chemical data showed that the average values of SiO2, Al2O3, and Fe2O3were 59.46%, 22.16%, and 3.06% respectively constituting 98.3% of the bulk compositions. Papalanto possessed high plasticity and mouldability.Evaluation of the clay thermal characteristics, firing colour, water absorption capacities and shrinkage values showed that the whitish Ifo clay and Papalanto kaolinitic clays could serve as raw materials for ceramics, building bricks, and other structural wares. Kaolin which is the dominant mineral in all the clays can be used for cosmetics, tooth paste, pharmaceutical purposes

scholarly journals A Superhydrophobic, Antibacterial, and Durable Surface of Poplar Wood

Nanomaterials ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (8) ◽  
pp. 1885
Author(s):  
Xinyu Wu ◽  
Feng Yang ◽  
Jian Gan ◽  
Zhangqian Kong ◽  
Yan Wu
Keyword(s):  
Stearic Acid ◽  
Antibacterial Properties ◽  
Alkali Resistance ◽  
Poplar Wood ◽  
X Ray Diffraction ◽  
X Ray ◽  
Different Temperatures ◽  
Acid And Alkali Resistance ◽  
The Stability

The silver particles were grown in situ on the surface of wood by the silver mirror method and modified with stearic acid to acquire a surface with superhydrophobic and antibacterial properties. Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR), X-ray diffraction (XRD), and X-ray energy spectroscopy (XPS) were used to analyze the reaction mechanism of the modification process. Scanning electron microscopy (SEM) and contact angle tests were used to characterize the wettability and surface morphology. A coating with a micro rough structure was successfully constructed by the modification of stearic acid, which imparted superhydrophobicity and antibacterial activity to poplar wood. The stability tests were performed to discuss the stability of its hydrophobic performance. The results showed that it has good mechanical properties, acid and alkali resistance, and UV stability. The durability tests demonstrated that the coating has the function of water resistance and fouling resistance and can maintain the stability of its hydrophobic properties under different temperatures of heat treatment.

scholarly journals Effect of calcination temperature on rare earth tailing catalysts for catalytic methane combustion

2020 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
pp. 734-743
Author(s):  
Ran Zhao ◽  
ZiChen Tian ◽  
Zengwu Zhao
Keyword(s):  
Rare Earth ◽  
Mine Tailings ◽  
Photoelectron Spectroscopy ◽  
Methane Combustion ◽  
Space Velocity ◽  
High Catalytic Activity ◽  
Reduction Peak ◽  
X Ray ◽  
Different Temperatures ◽  
Bayan Obo

AbstractBayan Obo tailings are rich in rare earth elements (REEs), iron, and other catalytic active substances. In this study, mine tailings were calcined at different temperatures and tested for the catalytic combustion of low-concentration methane. Upon calcination at 600°C, high catalytic activity was revealed, with 50% CH4 conversion at 587°C (space velocity of 12,000 mL/g h). The physicochemical properties of catalysts were characterized using thermogravimetric analysis, X-ray diffraction, scanning electron microscopy, hydrogen temperature-programmed reduction (H2-TPR), and X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS). Compared to the raw ore sample, the diffraction peak intensity of Fe2O3 increased post calcination, whereas that of CeCO3F decreased. A porous structure appeared after the catalyst was calcined at 600°C. Additionally, Fe, Ce, Ti, and other metal elements were more highly dispersed on the catalyst surface. H2-TPR results revealed a broadening of the reduction temperature range for the catalyst calcined at 600°C and an increase in the reduction peak. XPS analysis indicated the presence of Ce in the form of Ce3+ and Ce4+ oxidation states and the coexistence of Fe in the form of Fe2+ and Fe3+. Moreover, XPS revealed a higher surface Oads/Olatt ratio. This study provides evidence for the green reuse of Bayan Obo mine tailings in secondary resources.

scholarly journals Geochemistry and Mineralogy of Ice-Dammed Lake Sediments of the Lębork Deposit

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Radosław Rogoziński ◽  
Alina Maciejewska
Keyword(s):  
Chemical Composition ◽  
Lake Sediments ◽  
Inductively Coupled Plasma ◽  
Mineralogical Composition ◽  
Raw Material ◽  
Element Analysis ◽  
X Ray ◽  
Dominant Component ◽  
Clay Deposits ◽  
Dammed Lake

AbstractVarved clay deposits from ice-dammed lakes are a particularly important and broadly applied raw material used for the production of high-quality ceramics (red bricks, roof tiles, etc.), but the mineralogy and geochemistry of these sediments are not fully understood. The aim of the present study was to determine the chemical and mineralogical composition of ice-dammed lake sediments of the Lębork deposit. Major-element analysis of the compositions of selected samples from the ice-dammed lake clays was performed by X-ray fluorescence (XRF) and trace elements were determined by inductively coupled plasma-mass spectrometry. The mineralogical composition of clay samples was determined by X-ray diffraction (XRD). Analyses of the chemical composition of the ice-dammed lake clays of the Lębork deposit showed that the dominant component was SiO2 with a mean content of 56.13 wt.%; the second most abundant component was Al2O3, with a mean content for the entire deposit of 11.61 wt.%. Analysis by ICP-MS indicated the presence of rare earth elements (REE), e.g. cerium, neodymium, lanthanum, and praseodymium; their mean contents are: 56.9, 27.0, 26.3, and 7.3 ppm, respectively. Mineralogical analysis of the varved clays identified quartz, muscovite, calcite, and clay minerals – illite, kaolinite, and montmorillonite. The material filling the Lębork basin is characterized by small lateral and vertical variability in chemical composition. The results of the present study may be of considerable importance in determining the parent igneous, metamorphic, and sedimentary rocks, the weathering products of which supplied material to the ice-dammed lake, as well as in determining the mechanisms and character of the sedimentation process itself.

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