scholarly journals Effect of Firing Temperature on some Mechanical Properties of Osun State Ceramic Tiles

2021 ◽  
Vol 4 (1) ◽  
pp. 13-21
Author(s):  
Oluranti Abiola ◽  
Adekola Oke ◽  
Babatunde Omidiji ◽  
Dare Adetan
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
Flexural Strength ◽  
Firing Temperature ◽  
Raw Materials ◽  
Testing Machine ◽  
Processing Condition ◽  
Hardness Test ◽  
Silica Sand ◽  
Ceramic Tiles ◽  
State Ceramic

The work evaluates the effect of firing temperature on the mechanical properties of ceramic tiles. This was with the view to determine the optimum processing condition for Osun State ceramic tiles. Ceramic raw materials collected from Osun State were batched using clay-feldspar-silica sand blending ratio of 5:4:1, 5:3:2, 5:2:3, 5:1:4, 6:3:1, 6:2:2, 6:1:3, 7:2:1, 7:1:2 and 8:1:1 by weight; and homogeneously mixed. Three replica samples were moulded by the method of dry forming, fired at 1200, 1300 and 1400 oC and subjected to breaking and flexural strength tests using the Universal Testing Machine while the hardness test was carried out on a Moh’s scale. The results showed that breaking strength, flexural strength and Moh’s hardness fell within the range 199.43 to 325 N, 11.97 to 19.50 N/mm2 and 2.5 to 4 MH respectively, while Figures revealed that samples with 60% clay, 10% feldspar and 30% silica sand fired at 1320 oC will process the best mechanical properties. In conclusion, ceramic raw materials collected from Osun State are viable for ceramic tile production.

scholarly journals The Effect of Beneficiation on Some Properties of Osun State Ceramic Raw Materials

2019 ◽  
Vol 3 (3) ◽  
pp. 62-66
Author(s):  
Oluranti Adetunji Abiola ◽  
Adekola Olayinka Oke ◽  
Babatunde Victor Omidiji ◽  
Dare Aderibigbe Adetan
Keyword(s):  
Aluminum Content ◽  
Raw Materials ◽  
Silica Sand ◽  
Iron Impurity ◽  
Industrial Minerals ◽  
Ceramic Tiles ◽  
State Ceramic ◽  
Pelletron Accelerator ◽  
Water Alcohol

Clay, feldspar and silica sand are important industrial minerals which often need treatment commonly known as beneficiation to improve the quality of ceramic tiles produced from these materials. The different minerals, after sorting, were treated separately in distilled water, alcohol and hydrochloric acid before being crushed in a ball mill; they were then characterized using a pelletron accelerator. The results show an increased silicon content for clay, silica sand and feldspar; and reduced aluminum content for clay and silica sand but not for feldspar. Iron impurity and its oxide are also shown to reduce by over 50% in all the minerals while potassium was found to be the dominant element in feldspar among the defining elements. In conclusion, the increased quartz in the mineral will improve the hardness, density, porosity, and rigidity of ceramic tiles as well as providing support and controlling shrinkage. Furthermore, increasing the mineral quotient in feldspar will enhance its fluxing potential.

scholarly journals Fabrication of (SiC-AlN)/ZrB2 Composite with Nano-Micron Hybrid Microstructure via PCS-Derived Ceramics Route

Materials ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 14 (2) ◽  
pp. 334
Author(s):  
Aidong Xia ◽  
Jie Yin ◽  
Xiao Chen ◽  
Zhengren Huang ◽  
Xuejian Liu ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
Grain Size ◽  
Flexural Strength ◽  
Hot Pressing ◽  
Raw Materials ◽  
Secondary Phase ◽  
Pressing Temperature ◽  
Xrd Pattern ◽  
Mean Grain Size ◽  
The Mean

In this work, a (SiC-AlN)/ZrB2 composite with outstanding mechanical properties was prepared by using polymer-derived ceramics (PDCs) and hot-pressing technique. Flexural strength reached up to 460 ± 41 MPa, while AlN and ZrB2 contents were 10 wt%, and 15 wt%, respectively, under a hot-pressing temperature of 2000 °C. XRD pattern-evidenced SiC generated by pyrolysis of polycarbosilane (PCS) was mainly composed by 2H-SiC and 4H-SiC, both belonging to α-SiC. Micron-level ZrB2 secondary phase was observed inside the (SiC-AlN)/ZrB2 composite, while the mean grain size (MGS) of SiC-AlN matrix was approximately 97 nm. This unique nano-micron hybrid microstructure enhanced the mechanical properties. The present investigation provided a feasible tactic for strengthening ceramics from PDCs raw materials.

Characterization of Ceramic Tiles Added with EAF Slag Waste

2014 ◽  
Vol 1024 ◽  
pp. 211-214 ◽  
Author(s):  
Pao Ter Teo ◽  
Abu Seman Anasyida ◽  
Mohd Sharif Nurulakmal
Keyword(s):  
Flexural Strength ◽  
Raw Materials ◽  
Solid Wastes ◽  
Arc Furnace ◽  
Ceramic Tiles ◽  
Total Percentage ◽  
Eaf Slag ◽  
Ball Clay ◽  
Slag Waste

The increasing production of steel leads to an increment of solid wastes generated especially Electric Arc Furnace (EAF) slag. This becomes a serious concern as the slag has to be disposed in a proper manner in order to avoid dumping in landfills which will eventually occupy available land and may cause permanent damage to the flora and fauna. In this project, an attempt was made to utilize the EAF slag as one of the raw materials in ceramic tiles. Results obtained showed that as percentage of EAF slag added was increased up to 60%, percentage of apparent porosity and water absorption were found to increase, accompanied by reduction in flexural strength due to more severe porosity was observed in the tiles. On the other hand, reducing the percentage of EAF slag up to 40% while increasing percentage of ball clay added led to formation of higher total percentage of anortite and wollastonite minerals. This would contribute to higher flexural strength of tiles. In addition, by adding silica and feldspar, the flexural strength of tile produced was further improved due to optimization of densification process. Highest flexural strength of EAF slag based tiles was attained at composition of 40% EAF slag 30% ball clay 10% feldspar 20% silica. It was observed that properties of ceramic tiles added with EAF slag, especially flexural strength are comparable with commercial ceramic tiles. Therefore, the EAF slag ceramic tiles have great potential to be made into high flexural strength or wear resistant floor tiles.

scholarly journals The Aging Time Effects of the Pre-expanded Polystyrene on the Patterns Mechanical Properties

2015 ◽  
Vol 15 (1) ◽  
pp. 131-137 ◽  
Author(s):  
K. Buczkowska ◽  
T. Pacyniak
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
Flexural Strength ◽  
Manufacturing Process ◽  
Smooth Surface ◽  
Raw Materials ◽  
Expanded Polystyrene ◽  
Optimum Time ◽  
Time Effects ◽  
Blowing Agent ◽  
Sintering Time

Abstract The aging granulate is to activate the blowing agent during the manufacturing process to granulate models can re-expand and shape the model of well-sintered granules, smooth surface and a suitable mechanical strength. The article presents the results of studies which aim was to determine the optimum time for aging pre-foamed granules for pre-selected raw materials. The testing samples were shaped in an autoclave, with constant parameters sintering time and temperature. Samples were made at 30 minute intervals. Models have been subjected to flexural strength and hardness.

scholarly journals Effect of Gamma Radiation and Endodontic Treatment on Mechanical Properties of Human and Bovine Root Dentin

2016 ◽  
Vol 27 (6) ◽  
pp. 670-674 ◽  
Author(s):  
Veridiana Resende Novais ◽  
Priscilla Barbosa Ferreira Soares ◽  
Carlla Martins Guimarães ◽  
Laís Rani Sales Oliveira Schliebe ◽  
Stella Sueli Lourenço Braga ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
Flexural Strength ◽  
Gamma Radiation ◽  
Hardness Test ◽  
Knoop Hardness ◽  
Endodontic Treatment ◽  
Bending Test ◽  
Human Teeth ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Root Dentin

Abstract This study evaluated the effect of gamma radiation and endodontic treatment on the microhardness and flexural strength of human and bovine root dentin. Forty single-rooted human teeth and forty bovine incisor teeth were collected, cleaned and stored in distilled water at 4 °C. The human and bovine teeth were divided into 4 groups (n=10) resulting from the combination of two study factors: first, regarding the endodontic treatment in 2 levels: with or without endodontic treatment; and second, radiotherapy in two levels: with or without radiotherapy by 60 Gy of Co-60 gamma radiation fractioned into 2 Gy daily doses five days per week. Each tooth was longitudinally sectioned in two parts; one-half was used for the three-point bending test and the other for the Knoop hardness test (KHN). Data were analyzed by 3-way ANOVA and Tukey HSD test (α=0.05). No significant difference was found for flexural strength values. The human dentin had significantly higher KHN than the bovine. The endodontic treatment and radiotherapy resulted in significantly lower KHN irrespective of tooth origin. The results indicated that the radiotherapy had deleterious effects on the microhardness of human and bovine dentin and this effect is increased by the interaction with endodontic therapy. The endodontic treatment adds additional negative effect on the mechanical properties of radiated tooth dentin; the restorative protocols should be designed taking into account this effect.

Reactive Synthesis and Mechanical Properties of ZrB2-SiC-ZrC Composites

2008 ◽  
Vol 368-372 ◽  
pp. 1758-1760 ◽  
Author(s):  
Wen Wen Wu ◽  
Guo Jun Zhang ◽  
Yan Mei Kan ◽  
Pei Ling Wang
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
Fracture Toughness ◽  
Flexural Strength ◽  
Hot Pressing ◽  
Raw Materials ◽  
Reactive Synthesis ◽  
Reactive Hot Pressing

ZrB2-SiC based composites with 0,5 and 15 vol% addition of ZrC were synthesized via reactive hot pressing at 1800°C using Zr, Si and B4C as raw materials. The mechanical properties of the composites were investigated. The composite of ZSC15 that contained 15 vol% of ZrC has the highest hardness. ZSC5 with 5 vol% of ZrC owns a most homogenous microstructure and the highest fracture toughness and flexural strength.

Content of Aluminium Hydroxide in Lime-Silica Composite and its Influence on Tobermorite Formation

2018 ◽  
Vol 916 ◽  
pp. 195-199 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jindrich Melichar ◽  
Vit Cerný ◽  
Jan Fleischhacker ◽  
Rostislav Drochytka
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
Aluminium Hydroxide ◽  
Raw Materials ◽  
Mineralogical Composition ◽  
Silica Sand ◽  
Chemical Formula ◽  
Hydrothermal Conditions ◽  
Silicon Oxides ◽  
Calcium Hydrosilicates ◽  
Aerated Concrete

Aerated concrete is lightweight building material with excellent thermos-technical properties compared to its strengths, easy workability and economic efficiency. It is material with long tradition of manufacturing since 1924 but its potential is yet possible to be extended. Since the beginning pure ingredients such as lime and silica sand has been used. Nowadays we are looking for ways to replace these expensive raw materials with cheaper alternatives. One of the most important mechanical properties of each material is its strength. In case of aerated concrete the bearer of strength is mineral tobermorite. It is created by reaction of silicon oxides and lime at hydrothermal conditions. It belongs to the group of calcium hydrosilicates with chemical formula Ca5Si6O16(OH)2·4H2O. Main goal of this paper is proposal for modification of the raw materials composition and autoclave regime of aerated concrete using aluminium hydroxide in order to improve final mechanical properties and mineralogical composition.

The Influence of Aggregates on the Properties of Concrete

2014 ◽  
Vol 1000 ◽  
pp. 277-280 ◽  
Author(s):  
Pavel Šiler ◽  
Ondřej Bezděk ◽  
Iva Kolářová ◽  
Eva Bartoníčková ◽  
Tomáš Opravil ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
Particle Size ◽  
Compressive Strength ◽  
Flexural Strength ◽  
Portland Cement ◽  
Particle Size Analysis ◽  
Hydration Process ◽  
Silica Sand ◽  
Size Analysis ◽  
Isoperibolic Calorimetry

This work is focused on the influence of aggregates on the mechanical properties of concrete and hydration process. The flexural strength and compressive strength were observed after 1, 7 and 28 days of curing. The process of hydration was monitored using isoperibolic calorimetry. Laser particle size analysis of aggregates was also performed. The following materials were used: Portland cement CEM I 42,5 R-Sc, finely ground silica sand, calcinated bauxite, fine, medium and rough testing sand (defined in ČSN EN 196-1).

scholarly journals Effect of the Degree of Conversion on Mechanical Properties and Monomer Elution from Self-, Dual- and Light-Cured Core Composites

Materials ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 14 (19) ◽  
pp. 5642
Author(s):  
Branislava Petronijevic Sarcev ◽  
Sebastian Balos ◽  
Dubravka Markovic ◽  
Ivan Sarcev ◽  
Marija Vukcevic ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
Flexural Strength ◽  
Vickers Hardness ◽  
Modulus Of Elasticity ◽  
Testing Machine ◽  
Degree Of Conversion ◽  
Clinical Use ◽  
Universal Testing ◽  
Post Test ◽  
One Way Anova

The objective of this work was to measure and correlate the degree of conversion (DC), mechanical properties and monomer elution from self-, dual- and light-cured core composites. Five samples of each of the following materials were prepared for each test: Clearfil (Core, Photo Core, Automix), Bisco (Core-Flo, Light-Core and Bis-Core). DC was determined using FTIR, compressive and flexural strength and modulus of elasticity using a universal testing machine and microhardness using Vickers hardness. Elution was measured using HPLC. One-way ANOVA with Tukey’s post-test and Pearson’s correlation were used to statistically analyze the data. DC of Clearfil-Dual (70.1%) and Clerafil-Photo (66.8%) were higher than Clearfil-Self (55.4%) and all Bisco materials (51.4–55.3%). Flexural strength of Clearfilwas higher than that of Bisco composites. The Microhardness of Clearfil-Dual (119.8VHN) and Clearfil-Photo (118.0VHN) were higher compared to other materials. The greatest elution was detected from self-cured materials. DC positively correlated to microhardness and compressive/flexural strength and negatively to BisGMA elution. Clearfil-Photo and Automix showed higher conversion, lower monomer elution and, generally, better mechanical properties. Self-cured composites should not be recommended for routine clinical use as their performance was inferior to dual- and light-cured composites. Microhardness may be used as an indicator of elution.

Limestone Waste Incorporation in Clayey Mass for Rustic Ceramic Tiles Manufacturing

2020 ◽  
Vol 1012 ◽  
pp. 221-226
Author(s):  
A.M.M. Santos ◽  
A.C.A. Prado ◽  
M.B.M. Matos ◽  
P.H.A. Feitosa ◽  
J.H.A. Feitosa ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Property ◽  
Flexural Strength ◽  
Water Absorption ◽  
Firing Temperature ◽  
Ceramic Tile ◽  
Mechanical Characteristics ◽  
Property Values ◽  
Ceramic Tiles ◽  
Roof Tile ◽  
Firing Shrinkage

In the south of Ceará (Brazil), Cariri region, there is a production center for roof tiles and bricks. At that same region, there has been an expressive mining of laminated limestone, known as Pedra Cariri (Cariri Stone), which has produced large amounts of CaCO3-rich waste, that causes undesirable impacts to the environment. This work aimed to analyze the feasibility of producing rustic ceramic tiles, made up of clayey masses used in the region with the addition of this waste, aiming at the diversification of red ceramic products in a sustainable way. The mixtures were pressed, fired in maximum firing temperature which varies from 750° to 1150oC and had their physical-mechanical characteristics tested. The results indicated that the clayey mass is composed of kaolinite, feldspar and quartz, while montmorillonite and/or vermiculite is only found in roof tile clayey mass. The waste is mainly made of calcite. In general, the values of water absorption were compatible with porous rustic ceramic tile and the addition of Pedra Cariri waste provided lower values of firing shrinkage as well as the increase of the flexural strength. The samples of roof tile clayey mass (10% of waste at 850°C and at 1150°C) obtained physical-mechanical property values that match Brazilian technical norms to BIII type ceramic tile. Therefore, the mixture formulated with tile clayey mass and limestone waste presents potential to be utilized in the manufacture of ceramic roof tiles.

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