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Academic Institution Profile
AZS Refractories
Basic Refractories
Business Review
Calcium Aluminate Cement
Ceramic Fibers
Characterization
Coatings
Company Profile
Corrosion and Degradation of Refractories
Databases
Education
Failure Analysis
History
Meetings on Refractories
 

Monolithics/Castable Refractories
A) General
B) Alumina Cements
New Technologies

Properties of Refractories
Quality Control
Raw Materials
Recycling/Waste Management
Refractories for Aluminum
Refractories for Gasification
Refractories for Glass
Refractories for Steel
Testing
Theoretical Development
Trends and Forecasting

 

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Academic Institution Profile

  1. Ceramic Research at CINVESTAV - Saltillo, Mexico, J. Almanza Robles, RA&N, 12[2] 6-8 (2007).

  2. FIRE - The Federation for International Refractory Research and Education, J. Smith, S. Pirker, C. McFarlane, L. Bittencourt, V. Pandolfelli and M. Rigaud, RA&N, 11[3] 8-10 (2006).

  3. Introduction to High Temperature Ceramics Institute at Zhengzhou University, China 2005, X. C. Zhong, RA&N, 10[4] 8-9 (2005).

  4. High Temperature Ceramic Refractories Research At Polytech ’Orleans, J. Poirier and A. Gasser, RA&N, 10[2] 12-13 (2005).

  5. ANFRE: The National Association of Refractory Products Manufacturers of Spain, C. Baudin, RA&N, 9[6] 12-13 (2004).

  6. Refractory Research Group – U.S. DOE, Albany Research Center, J.P. Bennett, RA&N, 9[5] 17-19 (2004).

  7. Mechanical Testing and Research Laboratory-Ceramics Division at INTEMA Unmdp/CONICET-Argentina, M. A. Camerucci, A. G. T. Martinez and A. L. Cavalieri, RA&N, 9[4] 11-13 (2004).

  8. OJSC-The Ukrainian Research Institute of Refractories Named After A.S. Berezhnoy, V.V. Primachenko and V.V. Martynenko, RA&N, 9[3] 10-12 (2004).

  9. TRI: A Tradition of Service, R. Crolius, RA&N, 9[2] 10-11 (2004).

  10. High Temperature Ceramics Research at the University of Missouri-Rolla, J. D. Smith, RA&N, 9[1] 10-13 (2004).

  11. CETMIC (Technology Center of Mineral Resources and Ceramics), E. F. Aglietti, RA&N, 8[6] 14-15 (2003).

  12. Refractory Research Group in Nagoya Institute of Technology, A. Yamaguchi, S. Hashimoto, RA&N, 8[5] 10-11 (2003).

  13. GmbH DIFK German Institute of Refractory and Ceramics, J. Poetschke, RA&N, 8[4] 12 (2003).

  14. UBCeram - Ceramics and Refractories Research and Testing Laboratory at Metals and Materials Engineering Department of UBC, Vancouver, Canada, G. Oprea, T. Troczynski, RA&N, 8[3] 13-14; 20 (2003).

  15. Refractory Research Group Iran University of Science & Technology, Department of Materials and Metallurgy Engineering, F. Golestani-Fard, RA&N, 8[2] 13-14 (2003).

  16. Research and Education at Wuhan University of Science and Technology, P.R. China, L. Nan, RA&N, 8[1] 19-20 (2003).

  17. IAS (Instituto Argentino de Siderurgia) Technical Center in San Nicolas, Argentina, E. Brandaleze, RA&N, 7[6] 15-16 (2002).

  18. Materials Microstructural Design Group (GEMM) at UFSCar, Brazil, J. A. Rodrigues, RA&N, 7[5] 15-16 (2002).

  19. Ceramics and Industrial Refractories of École Polytechnique, M. Rigaud, C. Allaire, RA&N, 7[4] 14-15 (2002).

  20. University of Sheffield, Department of Engineering Materials – Over 80 Years of Refractories Research, W. E. Lee, RA&N, 7[3] 15-16 (2002).

  21. Instituto de Cerámica y Vidrio, CSIC, Spain, C. Baudín, RA&N, 7[2] 13; 29; 34 (2002).

  22. Ceramic Engineering at the University of Missouri-Rolla (Part II of II), J. Smith, RA&N, 7[2] 22 (2002).

  23. University of Missouri-Rolla, W. L. Headrick, RA&N, 7[1] 5; 35; 38 (2002).

  24. Materials Microstructural Design Group (GEMM) at UFSCar, Brazil, V.C. Pandolfelli, J.A. Rodrigues, RA, 5[3] 13 (2000).

  25. 2000 Programs at the Institute of Ceramics for High Temperature, China, L. Nan, RA, 5[2] 11 (2000).

  26. Ecole Polytechnique - Canada, RA, 1[1] 2 (1996).

  27. Research and Teaching Activities at the National Institute of Mining Technology - INTEMIN - Argentina, RA, 1[1] 2 (1996).

AZS Refractories

  1. UMR Digital Library: High Zirconia AZS Refractories, M. Velez, M. Karakus, R. E. Moore, RA&N, 7[6] 36-37 (2002).

  2. Alumina-Zircon Refractories Bonded With Phosphoric Acid, M. Suarez, A. D. Mazzoni, E. F. Aglietti, RA&N, 8[2] 19-22 (2003).

Basic Refractories

  1. Development of Magnesia-Spinel Bricks with High Resistivity Against Alkali Salts in Rotary Cement Kilns, H. Komatsu, M. Arai and S. Ukawa, RA&N, 9[2] 17-21 (2004).

  2. Mechanisms of Hydration/Carbonation of Magnesia Sinters – Part III, P.R.G. Brandao, G.E. Goncalves, A.G. Morato, RA&N, 8[6] 23-26 (2003).

  3. Present Stage of Development of Pitch-Impregnated Chemically Bonded Dolomitic Bricks in Brazil, A. de Oliveira Figueiredo, W. Q. Cassete, J. Mendes Nunes, RA&N, 7[5] 21-25 (2002).

  4. Influence of the Accessory Phases in the Characteristics and Performances of Porous Basic Plugs and a New Security and Fixing System of the Plug, A., Rodriguez, J. Mendes Nunez, RA, 6[1] 5-7 (2001).

  5. Mechanisms of Hydration/Carbonation of Basic refractories, P. Brandao, G. E. Goncalves, A. K. Duarte, RA, 3[3] 5-6 (1998).

  6. Mechanism of Hydration/Carbonation of Basic Refractories, P. Brandao, G. E. Goncalves, A. K. Duarte, (Part I), RA, 3[2] 6-9 (1998).

  7. Mechanism of Hydration/Carbonation of Basic Refractories (Part II) - Investigation of the Kinetics of Formation of Brucite in Fired Basic Bricks, P. Brandao, E. Goncalves, A. K. Duarte, RA, 3[2] 9-11 (1998).

  8. Use of Refractory Magnesia Linings in Ladles and Tundishes, J. E. Doig, RA, 3[1] 7-8 (1998).

  9. The Role of Key components in the Service Life of Magnesia-Carbon-Metal Composite, R.E. Moore, RA, 2[1] 8-9 (1997).

Business Review

  1. The Next Generation of Refractorists to Wear New Shoes, M. Rigaud, RA&N, 14 [3] 17 (2009).

  2. Update on Refractories in Japan, C. Semler, RA&N, 12 [5] 5-9 (2007).

  3. Pricing and Marketing in the Refractory Industry: A Different Perspective, G. Bases and F. Bases, RA&N, 12 [4] 10-12 (2007).

  4. Review of Refractories in 2006, C. Semler, RA&N, 12[2] 4-5 (2007).

  5. The Business of Refractories - Guidelines for Survival and Growth by W. McCracken, RAN, 11 [6] 21-27 (2006).

  6. U.S. Refractories Industry – 2000 to 2005 by C. Semler, RA&N, 11 [6] 10-13 (2006).

  7. The Sleeping Giant (China) Has Awakened by C. Semler, RA&N, 11[4] 6-12 (2006).

  8. Continuous Improvement of Refractories Continues, C. E. Semler, RA&N, 10[6] 4-5 (2006).

  9. Industry Review - Latin America Refractory Industry Overview, A. K. Duarte, G. E. Gonçalves, R. H. M. Bittencourt, J. O. de F. Junqueira, RA&N, 10[5] 10-15 (2005).

  10. Steel Industry – Status and Changes, C. Semler, RA&N, 10[2] 7-9 (2005).

  11. Pouring Pit Refractories (Far away and A long time ago; year 1954),  Z. Zaretzky, RA&N, 10[1] 12 (2005).

  12. Refractories, Effective Survival at Home, or Otherwise, W. H. McCracken, RA&N, 9[6] 10-11 (2004).

  13. Mg-Al Spinel: is it the Mullite of the 21st Century? R. Bradt, RA&N, 9[4] 8-10 (2004).

  14. Curiouser and Curiouser, T.E. Gibson, L.C. Irwin and J.L. Williams, RA&N, 9[3] 8 (2004).

  15. Changes To Refractory Companies Serving The Glass Industry, A U.S. Perspective, M. A. Nelson, RA&N, 9[3] 5 (2004).

  16. “The Future of the North American Refractory Industry,” W. K. Brown, RA&N, 9[2] 5 (2004).

  17. US Refractories in Cost/Price Squeeze, P. H. Ormond RA&N, 9[1] 5 (2004).

  18. Musings of a Retired Steel Plant Ceramic Engineer, M.P. Fedock, RA&N, 8[6] 5-8 (2003).

  19. Challenges Continue for the Japanese Refractories Industry, L. Sheppard, RA&N, 8[5] 5 (2003).

  20. More than a Year Later, the Facts Show that President Bush’s Steel Program is Working, C. W. Connors, RA&N, 8[4] 5 (2003).

  21. Focusing On The Future: A Proposal, Rob Crolius, RA&N, 8[3] 16 (2003).

  22. Is Your Refractory Expertise Up Close and Personal? Richard C. Johnson, RA&N, 8[2] 10;18 (2003).

  23. North American Refractory Industry at a Crossroads, W. P. Kelly, RA&N, 8[1] 16 (2003).

  24. C-E Minerals Inc., A Leader in Industrial Minerals for Over 35 Years, D. C. Johnson, RA&N, 7[6] 13-14; 34 (2002).

  25. Future Trends for the Refractory Industry, H. Pentagna Guimaraes, Magnesita, RA&N, 7[5] 12; 20 (2002).

  26. The Critical Role of Refractories in Glass Manufacturing, N. Kido, RA&N, 7[4] 7 (2002).

  27. Allied Mineral Products, Inc., Thomas E. Gibson, RA&N, 7[3] 12 (2002).

  28. Outlook on the State of the Refractories Industry, K. Weisenstein, RA&N, 7[2] 10; 12 (2002).

Calcium Aluminate Cement

  1. Interactions between Silica Fume and CAC and Methods to Optimize Castable Placing Properties, C. Parr, C. Wöhrmeyer, M. Iiyama and R. Roesky, RA&N, 12[2] 12-15 (2007).

  2. Correlations of Unhydrous Phases Present in Calcium Aluminate Cement With Its Workability, M. R. Nilforoushan, M. R. Saerie, S. Otroj, RA&N, 11[1] 17-21 (2006).

Ceramic Fibers

  1. Mineral Fibers in the Spotlight-Implications and Options for Industrial Heating, DMG Business Media, Ltd., RA, 3[3] 8-9 (1998).

Characterization

  1. What Affects Erosion Resistance of Refractory Castables?, V.  dos Santos, L. Gonçalves, J. Gallo, J. Medeiros and V.  Pandolfelli, RA&N, 14 [6] 9-16 (2009).

  2. Behavior of Andalusite and Mullitized Andalusite Crystals Under Thermal Shock, L. Colombel, M. L. Bouchetou, J. Poirier,  RA&N, 14 [5] 14-18 (2009).

  3. Microstructure Development and Characterization of Phases in Ceramics, J. P. Guha, RA&N, 12 [4] 13-19 (2007).

  4. Elastic Properties Of Refractories: Their Roles In Characterization, Richard C. Bradt, RA&N, 12 [3]11-26 (2007).

  5. Investigation of Influence of Machining Coolant on Post-Mortem Property Evaluations, T. Sander, RA&N, 10[6] 15-16 (2006).

  6. Cathodoluminescence Properties of Raw Minerals Used in Refractory Ceramics, M. Karakus, RA&N, 10[5] 16-19 (2005).

  7. UMR Digital Library: High Zirconia AZS Refractories, M. Velez, M. Karakus, R. E. Moore, RA&N, 7[6] 38-39 (2002).

  8. Cathodoluminescence Applications in Refractories, M. Karakus, RA, 5[4] 13-15 (2000).

  9. UMR’s CL Guru: Dr. Musa Karakus, R.E. Moore, RA, 5[3] 4, 12 (2000).

  10. Cathodoluminescence Microscopy for Characterization of Steelplant Refractories, M. Karakus, RA, 1[2] 8-9 (1996).

Coatings

  1. Organic (Temporary) Binders For ceramic Systems S. Levine, RA&N, 12[2] 16-23 (2007).

  2. Inhibiting Hydration of Aluminum Powder Using SiO2 Coatings, S. Zhang, S. Hashimoto, W. E. Lee, RA&N, 8[3] 21-25 (2003).

  3. High Density Infrared Surface Treatments of Refractories, T. Tiegs, C. Blue, RA&N, 7[3] 24 (2002).

  4. Preparation of High Emissivity Refractory Coatings for Energy Saving Applications, L. Wenjun, L. Zhuang, X. Jili, J. Yi, X. Xin, RA, 5[1] 7-8 (2000).

Company Profile

  1. Unimin Corporation Your Partner in Refractory Innovation, C. Karr,  RA&N, 14 [4] 17- 20 (2009)

  2. Rath Refractories Inc., Milledgeville, Georgia, M. Hoss, RA&N, 14 [1] 6-8 (2009).

  3. Almatis Comapny Profile, RA&N, 13 [6] 9-10 (2008).

  4. Missouri Refractories Co., Inc., W. L. Headrick, RA&N, 13 [5] 21-24 (2008).

  5. Allentown Shotcrete Technology, Inc., A Putzmeister Company, B. Allen, RA&N, 13 [1] 8-9 (2008).

  6. Riverside Refractories, Inc. - 78 Years of Progress, M. Alexander, RA&N, 12 [5] 10-12 (2007).

  7. Kerneos: Committed to Delivering the Best in Aluminate Technologies, C. Parr, RA&N, 12[1] 6-7 (2007).

  8. Dragon & TCKilns Top Technical References Lead to European Orders, A. Slater, RA&N, 11[5] 10 (2006).

  9. RCJ Global, Inc. . . Dedicated to Integrated Employee Training Programs for Refractory Team Applications by R. Johnson, RA&N, 11[4] 22-23 (2006).

  10. BRIL, Inc. , G. Bases, RA&N, 11[3] 15-16 (2006).

  11. Lock 3 Company – A Toll Processor, M. W. Vance, RA&N, 11[1] 10-16 (2006).

  12. Looking Beyond the Mountain, G. Dixon, RA&N, 10[3] 34-35 (2005).

  13. Clayburn Company Celebration, D. Lane, RA&N, 10[2] 6 (2005).

  14. Anchor Design in Sympathy with Material and Application Developments, P. Nebgen,,  RA&N,, 9[6] 21-24 (2004).

  15. Refractories For Gasification Reactors – A Gasification Technology Supplier’s Point of View, D. Volkmann, C. Reuther and T. Just, RA&N, 9[5] 11-18 (2004).

  16. HOTWORK-USA Portable Combustion Services for the Controlled Heatup/Dryout of Refractory Linings in High Temperature Process Furnaces and Vessels, Hotwork-USA Marketing Department, RA&N, 8[6] 9-30 (2003).

  17. The Nanchuan Minerals Group of Chongqing, PR of China: An Integrated Producer From the Mine Through materials Processing: Mining - Fusion Manufacturing - Mineral Processing, B. Holroyd, RA&N, 8[2] (2003).

  18. High-Temp, Inc., L. Groupp, RA&N, 8[1] (2003).

  19. C-E Minerals, Inc….A Leader in Industrial Minerals For Over 35 Years, D. C. Johnson, RA&N, 7[6] 13-14 (2002).

  20. Magnesita S. A., RA&N, 7[5] 13-14 (2002).

  21. Fibercon International, Inc., K. Foley, RA&N, 7[4] 12-13 (2002).

  22. Missouri Refractories Company, Inc., D. Hageman, RA&N, 7[3] 13-14 (2002).

  23. Heidelberger Calcium Aluminates...For Better Building, R. R. Stacy, RA&N, 7[2] 11-12 (2002).

  24. Allied Minerals, L. Sheppard, RA&N, 7[1] 6-8 (2002).

  25. J.W. Lemmens . . .Manufacturers of Equipment of Elastic Properties and Quality Assurance, A. Van Leuven, RA&N, 6[4] 2 (2001).

  26. George P. Reintjes Refractory Contractors in Kansas City, Missouri, R. E. Moore, RA&N, 6[2] 2 (2001).

  27. Kyanite Mining Corporation, World Leader in Production of Kyanite and Calcined Kyanite, J. J. Brown, RA&N, 6[3] 2 (2001).

  28. ORTON Testing Center Leads the Way in Refractories Research, L. M. Sheppard, RA&N, 6[2] 14 (2001).

  29. Magneco/Metrel – An Evolution in Refractory Monolithics, M. Velez, RA, 6[1] 14-15 (2001).

  30. TRI’s (The Refractories Institute) 50th Anniversary, L. Sheppard, RA, 5[4] 5 (2000).

  31. Company Profile on Emhart Glass Manufacturing, Inc., R.E. Moore, RA, 5[2] 13-14 (2000).

  32. Profile of the New Refractories Association in South Africa, RA, 3[3] 8 (1998).

  33. Refractory Minerals Company, Inc., Unionville, Pennsylvania, RA, 2[1] 11 (1997).

  34. The J. S. McCormick Co., Pittsburgh, PA, RA, 2[1] 11 (1997).

  35. CETMIC - Centro de Tecnologia y Recursos Minerales y Ceramica, Argentina, RA, 1[1] 2 (1996).

Corrosion and Degradation of Refractories

  1. Slag – Pig Iron Interface Impact on Refractory Wear Inside the Blast Furnace HearthA. D. Mariotti, E. Brandaleze, G. Buscaglia, RA&N, 15 [1] 9-18 (2010).

  2. Flue Wall Brick Corrosion Mechanisms in Anode Baking Furnaces, P. R. T. Tiba, B.H. Teider, J. B. Gallo, V. C. Pandolfelli,  RA&N, 14 [5] 5-13 (2009).

  3. Refractories Applications Transactions
    Influence of Iron Oxides on Corrosion of Refractories Used in Steel Making by J. Poirier and M. Bouchetou, 1-8 Transactions, 2 [3] 1-8 (2006).

  4. Continuum Damage Mechanics Modeling of the Failure of Refractory Cup Under Thermal Loading and Chemical Shrinkage, X. Liang, W. Headrick, L. Dharani, RA&N, 11[3] 17-23 (2006).

  5. Refractory Testing and Evaluation at Oak Ridge National Laboratory for Black Liquor Gasifier Applications, J. G. Hemrick, J. R. Keiser, R. A. Peascoe, C. R. Hubbard, E. Lara-Curzio, RA&N, 9[6] 14-20 (2004).

  6. Cryolite Attack of Silica-Alumina Bricks, A.E. Pinto, F.G. Kaliman, M. A. Cirino, RA, 3[1] 9 (1998).

  7. Erosion of Castable Refractories, S. Wiederhorn, RA, 2[1] 2-6 (1997).

Databases

  1. Vast Amount of Refractory Information Online, C. E. Semler, RA&N, 14 [6] 17-18 (2009).

  2. Overview of Refractory Properties, C. Semler, RA&N, 13 [4] 9-11 (2008).

  3. Organic (Temporary) Binders For ceramic Systems S. Levine, RA&N, 12[2] 16-23 (2007).

  4. New HiTemp Thermo Website Provides Scientists with Thermochemical Databases and Models for High-Temperature Materials Processing, Combustion, and Corrosion, M. Allendorf, M. Medlin, RA&N, 8[4] 16-17 (2003).

  5. UMR Digital Library: High Zirconia AZS Refractories, M. Velez, M. Karakus, R. E. Moore, RA&N, 7[6] 36-37 (2002).

Education

  1. Pollution Reduction as a Refractory Selection and Process Improvement Methodology, D. Abrino, RA&N, 15 [2] 20-22 (2010).

  2. Basics of the Vertical Section, J. D. Smith, RA&N, 15 [2] 14-19 (2010).

  3. It’s a Refractory Failure, R. Engel, RA&N, 15 [2] 5-6 (2010).

  4. Reflections on Refractories, 1989-2009, C. E. Semler Industry News, RA&N, 15 [1] 5-20 (2010).

  5. Isothermal Sections, J. D. Smith RA&N, 14 [6] 21-27 (2009).

  6. Silica Refractory: Something Old that is New, R. Engel, RA&N, 14 [6] 19-20 (2009).

  7. Vast Amount of Refractory Information Online, C. E. Semler, RA&N, 14 [6] 17-18 (2009).

  8. What Affects Erosion Resistance of Refractory Castables?, V.  dos Santos, L. Gonçalves, J. Gallo, J. Medeiros and V.  Pandolfelli, RA&N, 14 [6] 9-16 (2009).

  9. Thermal Stress Dynamics, A. W. Allen,  RA&N, 14 [5] 19-21 (2009).

  10. Elasticity and Anelasticity in Refractories, A. W. Allen,  RA&N, 14 [5] 22-27 (2009).

  11. Designing and Failure of Monolithic Refractory Structures – Part 1, G. Palmer, RA&N, 14 [3] 19-25 (2009). 

  12. The Next Generation of Refractorists to Wear New Shoes, M. Rigaud, RA&N, 14 [3] 17 (2009).

  13. Shoes to Fill, J. P. Willi, RA&N, 14 [3] 16 (2009).

  14. Refractories Applications Transactions

     Non-Classical Creep Behavior of Fusion-Cast α/β Alumina Refractories, James G. Hemrick and Andrew A. Wereszczak, Transactions, 2 [1] 1-8 (2009).

  15. Lining Design Considerations, R. Engel, RA&N, 14 [2] 17 (2009).

  16. Phase Equilibria Diagrams of Three Components - Reactions and Crystallization, J. D. Smith, RA&N, 14 [2] 6-15 (2009).

  17. Chemical Additives and Their Behavior on the Refractory Castable Processing and Properties, I. R. Oliveira, V. C. Pandolfelli, R. W. Luiz, RA&N, 14 [1] 9-16 (2009).

  18. Polymer Bonded Refractories, D. M. Martin, O Hunter, Jr., RA&N, 14 [1] 23-29 (2009).

  19. Phase Equilibria Diagrams of Three Components – Systems Containing Limited (or no) Solid Solution, J. D. Smith, RA&N, 14 [1] 17-22 (2009).

  20. Let’s Make A Mullite Matrix! B Myhre, RA&N, 13 [6] 11-19 (2008).

  21. Pumping Refractory: Effects and Considerations of Conveying System, B. Allen, RA&N, 13 [4] 12-14 (2008)

  22. Let’s Make a Castable! Part 2, B. Myhre, RA&N, 13 [4] 22-25 (2008).

  23. Let’s Make a Castable! Part I, B. Myhre, RA&N, 13 [3] 16-24 (2008).

  24. Insulation: Friend or Foe? R. Engel, RA&N, 13 [3] 7 (2008).

  25. Thermal Shock Testing of Refractories - Revisited: Part II, C. Semler, RA&N, 13 [2] 18-24 (2008).

  26. The Way We Were, D. Jarvis, RA&N, 13 [2] 7-9 (2008).

  27. Thermal Shock Testing of Refractories - Revisited: Part 1, C. E. Semler, RA&N, 13 [1] 18-22 (2008).

  28. Benefits from the Use of Precast Shape Technology in Refractory Linings, P. Fisher, RA&N, 13 [1] 16-17 (2008).

  29. Thermal Diffusivity and Its Measurement, O. Hunter, Jr., RA&N, 12 [6] 13-16 (2007).

  30. Phase Equilibria Diagrams of Two Components, with Solid Solutions, J.D. Smith, RA&N, 12 [5] 13-21 (2007).

  31. Pricing and Marketing in the Refractory Industry: A Different Perspective, G. Bases and F. Bases, RA&N, 12 [4] 10-12 (2007).

  32. Organic (Temporary) Binders For ceramic Systems S. Levine, RA&N, 12[2] 16-23 (2007).

  33. Phase Equilibria Diagrams of Two Components by J. Smith, RA&N, 11 [6] 5-9 (2006).

  34. Phase Rules - One Component Diagrams, J. D. Smith, RA&N, 10 [6] 9-14 (2005).

Failure Analysis

  1. It’s a Refractory Failure, R. Engel, RA&N, 15 [2] 5-6 (2010).

  2. What Affects Erosion Resistance of Refractory Castables?, V.  dos Santos, L. Gonçalves, J. Gallo, J. Medeiros and V.  Pandolfelli, RA&N, 14 [6] 9-16 (2009).

  3. Flue Wall Brick Corrosion Mechanisms in Anode Baking Furnaces, P. R. T. Tiba, B.H. Teider, J. B. Gallo, V. C. Pandolfelli,  RA&N, 14 [5] 5-13 (2009).

  4. Behavior of Andalusite and Mullitized Andalusite Crystals Under Thermal Shock, L. Colombel, M. L. Bouchetou, J. Poirier,  RA&N, 14 [5] 14-18 (2009).

  5. Designing and Failure of Monolithic Refractory Structures – Part 1, G. Palmer, RA&N, 14 [3] 19-25 (2009). 

  6. A Different Perspective, G. Bases, RA&N, 14 [2] 20-25 (2009).

  7. Systematic Approach to Extend Potlife in Primary Aluminum Production, C.E. Zangiacomi, P. Bonadia, J.B. Gallo, and V.C. Pandolfelli, RA&N, 13 [4] 15-21 (2008).

  8. Testing the Integrity of Refractory Lined Vessels Using the NDT Technique P-Response®, G. Palmer, RA&N, 13 [2] 10-17 (2008).

  9. Lessons Learned from Refractory Concrete Failure, T. J. Fowler, RA, 4[1] 4-7 (1999).

History

  1. Reflections on Refractories, 1989-2009, C. E. Semler Industry News, RA&N, 15 [1] 5-20 (2010).

  2. Silica Refractory: Something Old that is New, R. Engel, RA&N, 14 [6] 19-20 (2009).

  3. Thermal Stress Dynamics, A. W. Allen,  RA&N, 14 [5] 19-21 (2009).

  4. Elasticity and Anelasticity in Refractories, A. W. Allen,  RA&N, 14 [5] 22-27 (2009).

  5. Designing and Failure of Monolithic Refractory Structures – Part 1, G. Palmer, RA&N, 14 [3] 19-25 (2009). 

  6. The Next Generation of Refractorists to Wear New Shoes, M. Rigaud, RA&N, 14 [3] 17 (2009).

  7. Shoes to Fill, J. P. Willi, RA&N, 14 [3] 16 (2009).

  8. Polymer Bonded Refractories, D. M. Martin, O Hunter, Jr., RA&N, 14 [1] 23-29 (2009).

  9. U.S. Refractories Industry – 2002 to 2007, C. Semler, RA&N, 13 [5] 7-9 (2008).

  10. Elastic Properties of Refractory Materials, O. Hunter, Jr., RA&N, 13 [5] 17-20 (2008).

  11. Thermal Shock Testing of Refractories - Revisited: Part II, C. Semler, RA&N, 13 [2] 18-24 (2008).

  12. The Way We Were, D. Jarvis, RA&N, 13 [2] 7-9 (2008).

  13. Thermal Shock Testing of Refractories - Revisited: Part 1, C. E. Semler, RA&N, 13 [1] 18-22 (2008).

  14. Update on Refractories in Japan, C. Semler, RA&N, 12 [5] 5-9 (2007).

  15. “Refractories Career = Unexpected Opportunities Worldwide”, C. Semler, RA&N, 12 [4] 5-7 (2007).

  16. Historical Reprint Updated -Elastic Properties Of Refractories: Their Roles In Characterization, Richard C. Bradt, RA&N, 12 [3]11-26 (2007).

  17. Historical Reprint - Organic (Temporary) Binders For ceramic Systems, S. Levine, RA&N, 12[2] 16-23 (2007).

  18. Historical Reprint - Thermal Properties of Ceramic Materials, D. F. Day, RA&N, 11[2] 14-19 (2006).

  19. Historical Reprint – Low Cement/No Cement Monolithics – Their Potential for Ladle Metallurgy,  J. L. Mendoza, R. E. Moore and C. H. Liu, RA&N, 11[1] 22-31 (2006).

  20. Historical Reprint: Theoretical and Practical Considerations of the Strength of Ceramic Materials, R. E. Moore, RA&N, 10[4] 17-22 (2005).

  21. Historical Reprint: Heat Transfer Mechanisms in Refractory Materials, A. Allen, RA&N, 10[1] 27-31 (2005).

  22. 40 Years of the St. Louis Symposium,  J. D. Smith, RA&N, 9[4] 18-20 (2004).

  23. Particle Size Distribution Control for Refractories Forming Rheology, J. E. Funk, D. R. Dinger and J. E. Funk, Jr., RA&N, 9[4] 21-26 (2004).

  24. The UNITECR Phenomenon, L. J. Trostel, RA&N, 8[5] 28-29 (2003).

  25. Milestones of the Refractories Industry/highlights of Technological Developments, L. Sheppard, RA, 5[4] 5-6 (2000).

Meetings on Refractories

  1. 45th Annual Symposium on Refractories, D. Shukla, RA&N, 14 [3] 18 (2009).

  2. Refractories Review, ala Aachen Colloquium’08, C. Semler, RA&N, 14 [2] 18-19 (2009).

  3. Refractories Meeting of Czech Silicate Society, R. Bradt, RA&N, 13 [4] 5 (2008).

  4. UNITECR 2007 - A Student Perspective, D. Shukla, K. O’Hara, L. Bender and R. Kueny, RA&N, 12 [6] 17-19 (2007).

  5. The 43rd Annual Symposium On Refractories, “Thermal Management”, D. Shukla, RA&N, 12 [3] 9-10 (2007).

  6. The 42nd Annual Symposium on Refractories, “Advances in Raw Materials” by D. Shukla, RA&N, 11[4] 13 (2006).

  7. Revelations of UNITECR ’05, C.E. Semler, RA&N, 11[3] 6-7 (2006).

  8. American Ceramic Society St. Louis Section Fall Meeting 2005, RA&N, 11[2] 5 (2006).

  9. UNITECR ‘05, A. Rezaie, RA&N, 11[1] 5 (2006).

  10. A Perspective on UNITECR 2005, J. Turner, RA&N, 10[5] 6-7 (2005).

  11. The 41st Annual Symposium on Refractories, Monolithics Advances, Installation and “Boom”, X. Liang, RA&N, 10[4] 4 (2005).

  12. UNITECR’05 Preliminary Technical Program, RA&N, 10[3] 17-24 (2005).

  13. St. Louis Section Meeting, E. Feiner, RA&N, 10[1] 6 (2005).

  14. Tehran International Conference on Refractories, F. Golestani-Fard, A. R. Hanifi and W. L. Headrick, RA&N, 9[4] 28-31 (2004).

  15. The 106th Annual Meeting & Exposition of the American Ceramic Society, H. Guimaraes Neto, X. Liang and A. Rezaie, RA&N, 9[4] 27- (2004).

  16. 40th Symposium on Refractories, “Refractories for Foundries”, A. Rezaie, RA&N, 9[3] 31 (2004).

  17. UNITECR 2003, R. B. Tuttle, RA&N, 9[1] 30-31 (2004).

  18. Special Symposia at the 105th Annual Meeting of ACerS, L. Sheppard, RA&N, 8[4] 11 (2003).

  19. Latin American Association of Refractory Manufacturers Annual Meeting, R. E. Moore, RA&N, 8[1] 7 (2003).

  20. Pittsburgh Refractory Ceramics Division Meeting, R. E. Moore, RA&N, 8[1] 13 (2003).

  21. Glass Manufacturers Focus on Furnace Performance and Cost Issues, L. M. Sheppard, RA&N, 8[1] 14-15 (2003).

Monolithics/Castable Refractories
A) General

  1. The Dry Out Profile of Steel Micro-Fiber Containing Refractory Castables, C. M. Peret, P. Bonadia, M. A. M. Brito, V. C. Pandolfelli, RA&N, 15 [2] 10-13 (2010).

  2. Thermo-Mechanical Properties of Colloidal Silica Containing Castables byM. R. Ismael, P. Bonadia, V.C. Pandolfelli, RA&N, 15 [1] 19-23 (2010).

  3. Refractories Applications Transactions

    Effect of Celsian on Corrosion of Aluminosilicate Castable Refractories, D. Shukla, J. D. Smith, RAT, 4 [3] 1-8 (2009).

  4. What Affects Erosion Resistance of Refractory Castables?, V.  dos Santos, L. Gonçalves, J. Gallo, J. Medeiros and V.  Pandolfelli, RA&N, 14 [6] 9-16 (2009).

  5. Design and Failure of Monolithic Refractory Structures – Part 2, G. Palmer, K. Tan, RA&N, 14 [4] 5-16 (2009).

  6. R2U Castables: A Novel Placing Technique for BOF Removable Bottom, C. Pagliosa, L. Tonelli, N. Freire, V. Tofanelli and V. C. Pandolfelli, RA&N, 14 [4] 21-24 (2009).

  7. Designing and Failure of Monolithic Refractory Structures – Part 1, G. Palmer, RA&N, 14 [3] 19-25 (2009).

  8. Investigations Into the Interactions of Deflocculated Castables Which Control Placing and Hardening Properties, Part 1: Placing Properties, C. Parr, C. Wöhrmeyer, J. Faure, J. Letourneux, Transactions, 4 [2] 1-8 (2009).

  9. Let’s Make A Mullite Matrix! B Myhre, RA&N, 13 [6] 11-19 (2008).

  10. Pumping Refractory: Effects and Considerations of Conveying System, B. Allen, RA&N, 13 [4] 12-14 (2008).

  11. Let’s Make a Castable! Part 2, B. Myhre, RA&N, 13 [4] 22-25 (2008).

  12. Let’s Make a Castable! Part I, B. Myhre, RA&N, 13 [3] 16-24 (2008).

  13. State-of-the-Art Refractory Shotcrete Techniques& Practices, B. Allen, RA&N, 13 [3] 8-10 (2008).

  14. Colloidal Silica Bonded Refractory Castables: Optimization of the Particle Size Distribution, M. R. Ismael, R. Salomão and V.C. Pandolfelli, RA&N, 13 [1] 10-15 (2008).

  15. Behavior of Monolithic Refractory and its Importance in Design of Refractory Structures, G. Palmer and R. Ellis, RA&N, 12 [6] 6-12 (2007).

  16. Selecting Steel Anchors for Monolithic Refractory Linings, G. Palmer and M. Smillie, RA&N, 12 [5] 22-30 (2007).

  17. Properties of Magnesium-Phosphate-Bonded Refractory Castables, G. Gower and I. Gower, RA&N, 11[5] 11-13 (2006).

  18. Colloidal Silica as a Nanostructured Binder for Refractory Castables by M. Ismael, R. dos Anjos, R. Salomão and V. Pandolfelli, RA&N, 11[4] 16-20 (2006.

  19. Low Cement/No Cement Monolithics – Their Potential for Ladle Metallurgy, J. L. Mendoza, R. E. Moore and C. H. Liu, RA&N, 11[1] 22-31 (2006).

  20. Vibrocast Refractories-Influence of Chamotte Grains on Thermochemical Properties, V. A. Estani, A. D. Mazzoni and E. F. Aglietti, RA&N, 10[4] 10-13 (2005).

  21. New Developments in Calcium Aluminate Cement Containing Castables for Steel Making Applications, C. Parr, R. Roesky and C. Wöhrmeyer, RA&N, 10[3] 25-33 (2005).

  22. Water Content and Its Effect on the Drying Behavior of Refractory Castables, F.T. Ramal Jr., R. Salomão and V.C. Pandolfelli, RA&N, 10[3] 10-13 (2005).

  23. Refractory Concrete Reinforced With Stainless Steel Fiber, G. Palmer, RA&N, 10[2] 29-31 (2005).

  24. Development of a Computer Program to Model Drying of Castable Blocks and Linings, D. A. Bell and H. M. Winkelbauer, RA&N,  10[2] 18-22 (2005).

  25. Anchor Design in Sympathy with Material and Application Developments, P. Nebgen, RA&N, 9[6] 21-24 (2004).

  26. Key Properties for the Optimization of Refractory Castable Drying, M. M. Akiyoshi, F. A. Cardoso, M. D. M. Innocentini and V. C. Pandolfelli, RA&N, 9[4] 14-17 (2004).

  27. The Optimization of CAC Based Castable Systems for Wet Shotcreting Applications in Steel Ladles, P. Evangelista, C. Parr, C. R. Rong, T. Shouxin, M. Jining, RA&N, 9[3] 13-18 (2004).

  28. Effect of Curing Conditions on the Properties of Ultra-Low Cement Refractory Castables, F. A. Cardoso, M. D. M. Innocentini, M. M. Akiyoshi and V. C. Pandolfelli, RA&N, 9[2] 12-16 (2004).

  29. Low Cement Castables Behavior Towards Alkali Corrosion Using the ASTM C 987-00 Test, J. C. Scordino and E.F. Aglietti, RA&N, 9[3] 19-21 (2004).

  30. Influence of Calcium Aluminate Cement on Rheological Behavior of Bauxite-Based Low-Cement Pumpable Castable, X. Zhou, K. Sankaranarayanane, M. Rigaud, N. Zhou and S. Zhang, RA&N, 9[1] 18-24 (2004).

  31. The Trend of Monolithic Refractory Technology in Japan, K. Murakami, T. Yamato, Y. Ushijima, K. Asano, RA&N, 8[5] 12-16 (2003).

  32. High Performance Refractory Castables: Particle Size Design, R. G. Pileggi, F. T. Ramal, A. E. Paiva, V. C. Pandolfelli, RA&N, 8[5] 17-21 (2003).

  33. Studies on a Binder Matrix of Refractory Castables - Influence of Dispersants on Flow Characteristics, H. Hommer, K. Wutz, RA&N, 8[5] 22-26 (2003).

  34. 39th Symposium on Refractories, “Raw Materials and Monolithics” W. L. Headrick, RA&N, 8[4] 10 (2003).

  35. Shotcrete Performance of Refractory Castables, R. G. Pileggi, Y. A. Marques, D. Vasques Filho, V. C. Pandolfelli, RA&N, 8[3] 15-20 (2003).

  36. Measuring Castable Rheology by Exothermic Profile, C. Alt, L. Wong, C. Parr, RA&N, 8[2] 15-18 (2003).

  37. The Drying Behavior of High-Alumina Ultra-Low Cement Refractory Castables Under Different Heating Rates, M. D. M. Innocentini, A. R. Studart, M. M. Akyioshi, A. E.M. Paiva, V.C. Pandolfelli, L. R. M. Bittencourt, RA&N, 7[5] 17-20 (2002).

  38. Hot Adhesion of Gunning Refractory Mixtures, G. Casillon, A. G. Tomba Martinez, A. L. Cavalieri, M. de Cordova, R. Topolevsky, RA&N, 7[4] 20-23 (2002).

  39. Application of Calcium Aluminate Cement To Dense Low Water Demand Refractory Castables, C. Parr, B. Valdelièvre, C. Wöhrmeyer, RA&N, 7[3] 17-23 (2002).

  40. Control of Formulation and Optimization of Self-Flow Castables Based on Pure Calcium Aluminates, P. C. Evangelista, C. Parr, C. Revais, RA&N, 7[2] 14-18 (2002).

  41. Benefits of Sintered Magnesium Aluminate Spinels in High Purity Castable Refractories, R.W. McConnell, R. A. Marra, F.A. Fullington, RA&N, 7[2] 23-28 (2002).

  42. The Effect of Environmental Temperature Conditions on the Rheology of Deflocculated Refractory Castables, C. Alt, C. Parr, C. Revais, RA&N, 7[1] 9-15 (2002).

  43. Sample Preparation, Thermal Expansion, and Hasselman’s Thermal Shock Parameters of Self-Flow Refractory Castables, W. L. Headrick, R. E. Moore, RA&N, 6[4] 5-7 (2001).

  44. Novel Form Free Installation Method for Refractory Castables, T. Richter, D. McIntyre, RA&N, 6[2] 3-5 (2001).

  45. Development of Insulating Dry Vibratable Refractories, J. Y. Liu, J. R. Tabor, J. E. Doig, RA&N, 6[3] 3-15 (2001).

  46. Versatility of Gel-Bond Castable/Pumpable Refractories, S. Barnejee, RA, 6[1] 3-5 (2000).

  47.  Forming Castables, T.A. Bier, C. Parr, C. Ravain, RA, 5[4] 3-4 (2000).

  48. What is Happening to Shotcrete Placement? J. Farrell, RA, 5[3] 11 (2000).

  49. Air and Shotcrete, W. Allen, RA, 5[3] 12 (2000).

  50. Optimization of Aluminate Cements with 70% and 80% of Alumina Based Castables, P. C. Evangelista, C. Parr, C. Revais, RA, 5[3] 3; 8-9 (2000).

  51. The Equipment Challenge of Dispensing Refractory, B. Allen, RA, 5[2] 11 (2000).

  52. Castables with Calcium Aluminate Aggregates Applied by Gunning, P.C. Evangelista, L. S. de Castro e Silva, B. Valdelievre, RA, 5[1] 8-9 (2000).

  53. Medium Cement Castables, B. H. Valdelievre, RA, 3[3] 2-4 (1998).

  54. Installation of Monolithic Refractories: Critical Issues for Successful Performance, R. E. Fisher, RA, 3[1] 2-7 (1998).

  55. The Performance Diversity of Self-Flow Castables, V. Jones, RA, 2[3] 7-8 (1997).

  56. Mullite Bonded Castables, B. Myhre, A. M. Hundere, RA, 2[2] 7-9 (1997).

  57. Study of No Cement Castable Weight Loss during Drying and Firing, F. Azizian, RA, 2[1] 10 (1997).

  58. Dry Pneumatic Placement of Insulating Castables Bonded with Low and High Purity Calcium Aluminate Cements, M. D. Cook, RA, 2[1] 10 (1997).

  59. Development of Non-Cement Castables, F. Azizian, RA, 1[2] 6-8 (1996).

  60. Refractory Concrete: Installation Problems and their Identification, R.E. Farris, RA, 1[1] 3-5 (1996).

  61. Flash Flocculation: A New Concept for Spray-Gunning of Self-Flowing Refractory Castables, F. Esanu, T. Troczynski, G. Oprea, RA, 4[2] 6-9 (1999).

  62. Projectable materials: Viable Alternatives for High Temperature Repair of Secondary Refining Ladles, E.S. Gomez, M. Ramirez Gledon, RA, 5[4] 7-8 (2000).

B) Alumina Cements

  1. Chemical Additives and Their Behavior on the Refractory Castable Processing and Properties, I. R. Oliveira, V. C. Pandolfelli, R. W. Luiz, RA&N, 14 [1] 9-16 (2009).

  2. Interactions between Silica Fume and CAC and Methods to Optimize Castable Placing Properties, C. Parr, C. Wöhrmeyer, M. Iiyama and R. Roesky, RA&N, 12[2] 12-15 (2007).

  3. Application of Aluminate Cement Synthesized at Ultra-low Temperature, W. Jiezeng, Z. Dafan, Z. Luju, C. Long and C. Bianmei, RA&N, 10[3] 14-16 (2005.

  4. Optimization of Aluminate Cements with 70% and 80% of Alumina Based Castables, P.C. Evangelista, C. Parr, C. Revais, RA, 5[3] 3, 8-9 (2000).

New Technologies

  1. R2U Castables: A Novel Placing Technique for BOF Removable Bottom, C. Pagliosa, L. Tonelli, N. Freire, V. Tofanelli and V. C. Pandolfelli, RA&N, 14 [4] 21-24 (2009).

  2. Corrosion Resistance of Metal Powders for High-Carbon-Containing Refractory Castables with Different Binders,V. G. Domiciano, V. C. Pandolfelli, RA&N, 13 [5] 10-16 (2008).

  3. Systematic Approach to Extend Potlife in Primary Aluminum Production, C.E. Zangiacomi, P. Bonadia, J.B. Gallo, and V.C. Pandolfelli, RA&N, 13 [4] 15-21 (2008).

  4. Pumping Refractory: Effects and Considerations of Conveying System, B. Allen, RA&N, 13 [4] 12-14 (2008)

  5. Implementing Online Thermography in Torpedo Ladles, S. Silva, E. Fernandes, A. Oliveira, S. Accatini, S. Justus, E. Gonçalves, F. Vernilli, E. Longo, RA&N, 13 [3] 11-15 (2008).

  6. State-of-the-Art Refractory Shotcrete Techniques& Practices, B. Allen, RA&N, 13 [3] 8-10 (2008).

  7. Testing the Integrity of Refractory Lined Vessels Using the NDT Technique P-Response®, G. Palmer, RA&N, 13 [2] 10-17 (2008).

  8. Benefits from the Use of Precast Shape Technology in Refractory Linings, P. Fisher, RA&N, 13 [1] 16-17 (2008).

  9. Thermal Diffusivity and Its Measurement, O. Hunter, Jr., RA&N, 12 [6] 13-16 (2007).

  10. Refractories Applications Transactions
    Interaction of Molten Ultra Low Carbon Steel with Carbide and Nitride Refractory Materials, R. Tuttle, K. Peaslee and J. Smith, RAT, 3 [1] 1-8 (2007).

  11. Report on the “NSF-AFOSR Joint Workshop on Future Ultra-High Temperature Materials”, W. Fahrenholtz and G. Hilmas, RA&N, 10[1] 24-26 (2005).

  12. Research on Thermomechanical Stress of Long Nozzle and Improvement Measures, W. Zhigang, L. Nan, K. Jiangyi and L. Yourong, RA&N, 10[1] 13-17 (2005).

  13. Recycling of Industrial and Natural Wastes to SiAlONs, Y. Miyamoto, S. Kanehira, and M. Radwan, RA&N, 9[1] 14-17 (2004).

  14. The Basics of Tundish Slurry Spray, J. W. Stendera, RA&N, 7[1] 26-31 (2002).

  15. High Density Infrared Surface Treatments of Refractories, T. Tiegs, C. Blue, RA&N, 7[3] 24 (2002).

  16. Novel Fiber-Free High Temperature Insulation Refractory, J. J. Liu, D. Dieckmann, RA&N, 6[2] 4-5 (2001).

  17. Different Types of In Situ Refractories, W. E. Lee, S. Zhang, H. Sarpoolaky, RA&N, 6[2] 3-4 (2001).

  18. Laser systems Help Characterize Refractories, L. Sheppard, RA, 5[2] 3-4; 15-16 (2000).

Properties of Refractories

  1. The Dry Out Profile of Steel Micro-Fiber Containing Refractory Castables, C. M. Peret, P. Bonadia, M. A. M. Brito, V. C. Pandolfelli, RA&N, 15 [2] 10-13 (2010).

  2. Thermo-Mechanical Properties of Colloidal Silica Containing Castables byM. R. Ismael, P. Bonadia, V.C. Pandolfelli, RA&N, 15 [1] 19-23 (2010).

  3. Refractories Applications Transactions

    Effect of Celsian on Corrosion of Aluminosilicate Castable Refractories, D. Shukla, J. D. Smith, RAT, 4 [3] 1-8 (2009).

  4. What Affects Erosion Resistance of Refractory Castables?, V.  dos Santos, L. Gonçalves, J. Gallo, J. Medeiros and V.  Pandolfelli, RA&N, 14 [6] 9-16 (2009).

  5. Thermal Stress Dynamics, A. W. Allen,  RA&N, 14 [5] 19-21 (2009).

  6. Elasticity and Anelasticity in Refractories, A. W. Allen,  RA&N, 14 [5] 22-27 (2009).

  7. Refractories Applications Transactions

     Non-Classical Creep Behavior of Fusion-Cast α/β Alumina Refractories, James G. Hemrick and Andrew A. Wereszczak, Transactions, 2 [1] 1-8 (2009).

  8. Chemical Additives and Their Behavior on the Refractory Castable Processing and Properties, I. R. Oliveira, V. C. Pandolfelli, R. W. Luiz, RA&N, 14 [1] 9-16 (2009).

  9. Polymer Bonded Refractories, D. M. Martin, O Hunter, Jr., RA&N, 14 [1] 23-29 (2009).

  10. Laboratory and Industrial Testing of Silica Bricks for Coke Ovens, M. A. Camerucci, A. G. Tomba M., A. L. Cavalieri, M. de Córdova, D. Beltrán, R. Topolevsky, RA&N, 13 [6] 20-24 (2008).

  11. Elastic Properties of Refractory Materials, O. Hunter, Jr., RA&N, 13 [5] 17-20 (2008).

  12. Overview of Refractory Properties, C. Semler, RA&N, 13 [4] 9-11 (2008).

  13. Thermal Diffusivity and Its Measurement, O. Hunter, Jr., RA&N, 12 [6] 13-16 (2007).

  14. Behavior of Monolithic Refractory and its Importance in Design of Refractory Structures, G. Palmer and R. Ellis, RA&N, 12 [6] 6-12 (2007).

  15. Rheometric Techniques Applied to Refractory Ceramic Suspensions, R.D. dos Anjos, M.R. Ismael, R. Salomão, V.C. Pandolfelli, RA&N, 11[2] 8-13 (2006).

  16. Current Understanding of Oxy-fuel Glasstank Crowns, X. Liang, W. L. Headrick and L. R. Dharani, RA&N, 9[2] 29-31 (2004).

  17. Creep Behavior and Physical Characterization of Fusion-Cast Alumina Refractories (Part III of III), J. G. Hemrick, R. E. Moore, A. A. Wereszczak, M. K. Ferber, RA&N, 6[4] 11 (2001).

  18. Sample Preparation, Thermal Expansion, and Hasselman’s Thermal Shock Parameters of Self-Flow Refractory Castables, W. L. Headrick, R. E. Moore, RA&N, 6[4] 5-7 (2001).

  19. Effect of the Heating Curve on the Thermomechanical Behavior of Refractory Materials, R. Pereira and A. Tôrres, M. M. Akiyoshi, V. C. Pandolfelli, RA&N, 6[3] 4-7 (2001).

  20. Creep Behavior and Physical Characterization of Fusion-Cast Alumina Refractories (Part II of III), J. G. Hemrick, R. E. Moore, A. A. Wereszczak, M. K. Ferber, RA&N, 6[3] 8-10 (2001).

  21. Improvement of Thermal Shock Resistance of Mullite Refractories, G. Arambarri, S. Tamborenea, A.D. Mazzoni, E.F. Aglietti, RA&N, 6[2] 7-8 (2001).

  22. Creep Behavior and Physical characterization of Fusion-Cast Alumina Refractories (Part I of II), James G. Hemrick, Robert E. Moore, A. A. Wereszczak, Mattison K. Ferber, RA&N, 6[2] 9-11 (2001).

Quality Control

  1. Flue Wall Brick Corrosion Mechanisms in Anode Baking Furnaces, P. R. T. Tiba, B.H. Teider, J. B. Gallo, V. C. Pandolfelli,  RA&N, 14 [5] 5-13 (2009).

  2. Refractory Quality Standards for Oil Refining Applications, J. R. Peterson, RA&N, 7[4] 24-27 (2002).

  3. A Total Quality Philosophy –The Key to Success, A. M. C. Teklitz, J. A. Kaniuk, RA&N, 7[2] 19-22 (2002).

  4. Quality Indexes: New Method to Optimize the Efficiency of processes and the Quality of Refractory Bricks, Part 2, C. E. Calle, RA, 5[1] 2-4 (2000).

  5. Quality Indexes: New Method to Optimize the Efficiency of Processes and the Quality of Refractory Bricks, Part 1, E. E. Calle, RA, 4[2] 2-6;12 (1999).

  6. Quality Assurance on Basic Brick for the Glass Industry, J. E. Neely, S. J. Lama, P. E. Page, RA, 4[2] 9-11 (1999).

Raw Materials

  1. Reflections on Refractories, 1989-2009, C. E. Semler Industry News, RA&N, 15 [1] 5-20 (2010).

  2. Isothermal Sections, J. D. Smith RA&N, 14 [6] 21-27 (2009).

  3. Silica Refractory: Something Old that is New, R. Engel, RA&N, 14 [6] 19-20 (2009).

  4. Behavior of Andalusite and Mullitized Andalusite Crystals Under Thermal Shock, L. Colombel, M. L. Bouchetou, J. Poirier,  RA&N, 14 [5] 14-18 (2009).

  5. Polymer Bonded Refractories, D. M. Martin, O Hunter, Jr., RA&N, 14 [1] 23-29 (2009).

  6. Colloidal Silica Bonded Refractory Castables: Optimization of the Particle Size Distribution, M. R. Ismael, R. Salomão and V.C. Pandolfelli, RA&N, 13 [1] 10-15 (2008).

  7. Organic (Temporary) Binders For ceramic Systems S. Levine, RA&N, 12[2] 16-23 (2007).

  8. Interactions between Silica Fume and CAC and Methods to Optimize Castable Placing Properties, C. Parr, C. Wöhrmeyer, M. Iiyama and R. Roesky, RA&N, 12[2] 12-15 (2007).

  9. Evaluation of Aggregates from MgO-TiO2-CaO System Used in Refractories for Burning Zone of Cement Rotary Kilns by L. Ferreira, J. Rodrigues, L. Bernardes, J. Baldo, J. Bressiani, RA&N, 11 [6] 14-19 (2006).

  10. Production of a High Mullite Content Material From Natural Andalusite: Influence of Grain Size, M. L. Bouchetou, J. P. Ildefonse, J. Poirier, RA&N, 10[5] 21-25 (2005).

  11. Application of Aluminate Cement Synthesized at Ultra-low Temperature,W. Jiezeng, Z. Dafan, Z. Luju, C. Long and C. Bianmei, RA&N, 10[3] 14-16 (2005).

  12. Effect of Addition of ZrO2 On Sintering and Slaking Resistance of CaO Clinker, C. Min, S. Ito and A. Yamaguchi, RA&N, 9[2] 22-27 (2004).

  13. Synthetic Alumina Raw Material Concepts for SiO2 Free, High Strength Castables in the Temperature Range to 1200°C, Robert W. McConnell, A. Buhr, B.J. Baier, J. M. Aroni, S. Schlüssler Feuerungsbau, RA&N, 8[3] 26-31 (2003).

  14. Structure, Properties and Behavior of Kyanite: Use in Refractory Monolithics, M. Karakus, R. Moore, RA&N, 8[3] 11-12; 36 (2003).

  15. Refractory Raw Materials from China– Overview, Á. Bravo Lopes, RA&N, 8[2] 23-29 (2003).

  16. Olivine: An-Under Utilized Refractory Raw Material, W.H. McCracken, S. Slagnes, RA, 1[1] 8 (1996).

Recycling/Waste Management

  1. Pollution Reduction as a Refractory Selection and Process Improvement Methodology, D. Abrino, RA&N, 15 [2] 20-22 (2010).
  2. Refractory Waste Management Financial Decision Model, H. E. Nystrom, P. B. Thompson, RA, 3[2] 5-6 (1998).

Refractories for Aluminum

  1. Refractories Applications Transactions

    Effect of Celsian on Corrosion of Aluminosilicate Castable Refractories, D. Shukla, J. D. Smith, RAT, 4 [3] 1-8 (2009).

  2. Flue Wall Brick Corrosion Mechanisms in Anode Baking Furnaces, P. R. T. Tiba, B.H. Teider, J. B. Gallo, V. C. Pandolfelli,  RA&N, 14 [5] 5-13 (2009).

  3. Systematic Approach to Extend Potlife in Primary Aluminum Production, C.E. Zangiacomi, P. Bonadia, J.B. Gallo, and V.C. Pandolfelli, RA&N, 13 [4] 15-21 (2008).

  4. Test Methods for Modern Refractories in Contact with Aluminum, D. Shukla, RA&N, 12 [6] 23- 16 (2007).

  5. Replacement of Cold Ramming Mixes with Carbon Bonded SiC Bricks in Aluminum Electrolytic Cells, M. R. Nilforoushan, RA&N, 9[3] 22 -26 (2004).

  6. Refractories for Molten Aluminum Contact Part II: Influence of Pore Size on Aluminum Penetration, O.-J. Siljan, C. Schøning, RA&N, 8[1] 21-29 (2003).

  7. Refractories for Molten Aluminum Contact, Part I: Thermodynamics and Kinetics, O-J. Siljan, G. Rian, D. T. Pettersen, A. Solheim, C. Schoning, RA&N, 7[6] 17-25 (2002).

  8. New refractories for Use in the Aluminum Industry, W. Sousa Resende, C. Zirpoli, G. Lopes Da Silva, S. Araripe Sucupira, RA&N, 7[1] 20-25 (2002).

Refractories for Gasification

  1. Refractory Testing and Evaluation at Oak Ridge National Laboratory for Black Liquor Gasifier Applications, J. G. Hemrick, J. R. Keiser, R. A. Peascoe, C. R. Hubbard, E. Lara-Curzio, RA&N, 9[6] 14-20 (2004).

  2. A Brief Review of Current Black Liquor Gasification Technology and a Modeling of Chemrec Gasifier, X. Liang, W. L. Headrick, L. R. Dharani, J. Wei, RA&N,, 9[6] 25-31 (2004).

  3. Refractory Liner Materials used in Slagging Gasifiers, J.P. Bennett and K. Kwong, RA&N, 9[5] 20-25 (2004).

  4. Refractories for Gasification, W. A. Taber, RA&N, 8[4] 18-22 (2003).

  5. Interaction of Refractories and Alkaline Containing Corrodants, A. Rezaie, W. L. Headrick, W. G. Fahrenholtz, R. E. Moore, M. Velez and W. A. Davis, RA&N, 9[5] 26-31 (2004).

Refractories for Glass

  1. Refractories Applications Transactions

     Non-Classical Creep Behavior of Fusion-Cast α/β Alumina Refractories, James G. Hemrick and Andrew A. Wereszczak, Transactions, 2 [1] 1-8 (2009).

  2. Current Understanding of Oxy-fuel Glasstank Crowns, X. Liang, W. L. Headrick and L. R. Dharani, RA&N, 9[2] 29-31 (2004).

  3. Microstructures of Refractories for the Glass Industry, M. Velez and M. Karakus, RA&N, 9[1] 28-29 (2004).

  4. Characterization and Modeling of Glass Tank Refractories at UMR and ORNL, W. L. Headrick, R. E. Moore, J. Hemrick, M. Ferber, RA&N, 8[4] 13-15 (2003).

  5. Research on Tin Bath Fireclay Block Stabilized with Ultra Low Cement, Y. Ruilian, W. Jiezeng, RA&N, 8[4] 28-29; 36 (2003).

  6. UMR Digital Library: High Zirconia AZS Refractories, M. Velez, M. Karakus, R. E. Moore, RA&N, 7[6] 38-39 (2002).

  7. CGR Approves Four New Research Projects at Recent Meeting, M. Velez, RA, 6[1] 1 (2001).

  8. Ceramic Welding Used with High-Temperature CCTV in Advanced Repair Technique for Glass Furnace Refractory, W. Lang, RA, 5[1] 6-7 (2000).

  9. NSF Coordinated Refractories for Glass Melting Program at UMR, M. Velez, RA, 5[1] 2 (2000).

Refractories for Steel

  1. Slag – Pig Iron Interface Impact on Refractory Wear Inside the Blast Furnace HearthA. D. Mariotti, E. Brandaleze, G. Buscaglia, RA&N, 15 [1] 9-18 (2010).

  2. Refractory Castables Selection for Wet-ShotcreteApplications in Torpedo Cars and Troughs, M. A. Quintela, E. P. Ponce de Lion, A. J. Valadares and V. C. Pandolfelli, RA&N, 14 [3] 7-14 (2009).

  3. Laboratory and Industrial Testing of Silica Bricks for Coke Ovens, M. A. Camerucci, A. G. Tomba M., A. L. Cavalieri, M. de Córdova, D. Beltrán, R. Topolevsky, RA&N, 13 [6] 20-24 (2008).

  4. Corrosion Resistance of Metal Powders for High-Carbon-Containing Refractory Castables with Different Binders,V. G. Domiciano, V. C. Pandolfelli, RA&N, 13 [5] 10-16 (2008).

  5. Implementing Online Thermography in Torpedo Ladles, S. Silva, E. Fernandes, A. Oliveira, S. Accatini, S. Justus, E. Gonçalves, F. Vernilli, E. Longo, RA&N, 13 [3] 11-15 (2008).

  6. Refractories Applications Transactions
    Interaction of Molten Ultra Low Carbon Steel with Carbide and Nitride Refractory Materials, R. Tuttle, K. Peaslee and J. Smith, RAT, 3 [1] 1-8 (2007).

  7. Refractories Applications Transactions
    Influence of Iron Oxides on Corrosion of Refractories Used in Steel Making by J. Poirier and M. Bouchetou, 1-8 Transactions, 2 [3] 1-8 (2006).

  8. MgO-C Refractories for Steel Ladles Slag Line, C. Pessoa, J. Rodrigues and V. Pandolfelli, RA&N, 11[5] 15-19 (2006).

  9. Refractories Applications Transactions
    Influence of Covers on Thermomechanical Performance of Steelmaking Ladles, A. R. Hanifi, A. Eilaghi, A. Salary, F. Golestani-Fard, W. L. Headrick, RA&N, 11[5] 1-4 (2006).

  10. Effect of Ferrosilicon, Silicon and Aluminum Antioxidants on Microstructure and Mechanical Properties of Magnesia-Graphite Refractory, Z. A. Nemati, S. K. Sadrnezhaad, H. R. Ahmadi Mooghari, RA&N, 10[6] 17-23 (2006).

  11. Steel Industry – Status and Changes, C.E. Semler, RA&N, 10[2] 7-9 (2005).

  12. The Performance of Newly Developed Refractories for Continuous Casting,  K. Morikawa, J. Yoshitomi and K. Asano, RA&N, 10[1] 18-23 (2005).

  13. Calculation of Temperature and Stress Distribution for Ladle Lining, W. Zhigang, L. Nan, K. Jiangyi, L. Yourong, J. Guozhang, C. Rongrong, H. Pingxian, RA&N, 9[3] 27-30 (2004).

  14. Development of Non-Polluting Taphole Mixture, J. L. Perez, K. Takeda, K. Shiraishi, F. Inoue, and N. Honda, RA&N, 9[1] 25-27 (2004).

  15. Properties and Applications of Slide Nozzle Plate for High Oxygen Content Steel, J. Congjin, W. Ning, Q. Wendong, L. Zeya, M. Jining, RA&N, 8[4] 30-31 (2003).

  16. High Performance Submerged Nozzle for Thin Slab Casting,  Q. K. Robinson, D. M. Gerstl, RA&N, 8[1] 33-38 (2003).

  17. The Basics of Tundish Slurry Spray, J. W. Stendera, RA&N, 7[1] 26-31 (2002).

  18. The Influence of Ferro Silicon Nitride on The Performance of The Modern Taphole Mud for Blast Furnace, A. Bravo Lopes, RA&N, 7[5] 26-30 (2002).

  19. Basic Shapes for Applications in Steel Ladles and Continuous Casting, D. J. Griffin, M. Loeffelholz, D. Wagner, RA&N, 7[4] 16-19 (2002).

  20. Improved Method for Lining Channel Furnace Inductors, E. R. Webster, RA&N, 7[3] 29-31 (2002).

  21. Resin-Bonded Refractories with Enhanced Oxidation Resistance, T. A. Leitzel, H. D. Prior, RA&N, 7[3] 25-28 (2002.

  22. Design Improvements and Refractories Selections for Traveling Grate and Pelletizing Furnaces, G. Ferreira, G. Nisiyamamoto, P.T. Sawamura, R. Pavanello, N. Barros Miranda, RA, 5[4] 9-12 (2000).

  23. Steel Ladle Refractory Practice, A Continuing Evolution, P.T. Troell, RA, 5[3] 5-7 (2000).

  24. Development of Resin-Bonded Mixes to “Sea;” Tapholes, H.C. Bassalo, A. K. Duarte, H. Amado, RA, 5[2] 7-9 (2000).

  25. Slag-Splashing in the Converters of CST, A.R. do Valle Luiz, A. Iram, I. Sardinha, RA, 5[2] 7-9 (2000).

  26. New Sialon Bonded Refractories for Steel Industry: Purging systems and Sliding gate Plates, G. Barrere, J. P. Gakyere, F. Goulven, RA, 3[3] 4-6 (1997).

  27. Steelplant Refractories Containing Alphabond Hydratable Alumina Binders, M. W. Vance, K. J. Moody, RA, 2[3] 2-6 (1997).

  28. Influence of Magnesium Aluminate Spinels on the Performance of Steelplant Castables, W. Vance, G. MacZura, RA, 2[2] (1997).

  29. The Influence of Taphole Operation on the Performance of the Refractories Castables for Trough Runners, A. Bravo Lopes, G. Ferreira, J. Braha, RA, 2[2] 9-11 (1997).

  30. Refractory Challenges: Optimizing slag Splashing in Basic Oxygen Steelmaking, K. Peaslee, RA, 1[2] 5-6 (1996).

  31. Cathodoluminescence Microscopy for Characterization of Steelplant Refractories, M. Karakus, RA, 1[2] 8-9 (1996).

  32. Comparison of Various High Alumina Aggregates in 90 Percent Ultra Low Cement and Blast furnace Trough and Runner Castable, D.C. Jain, RA, 1[2] 6-7 (1996).

Testing

  1. The Dry Out Profile of Steel Micro-Fiber Containing Refractory Castables, C. M. Peret, P. Bonadia, M. A. M. Brito, V. C. Pandolfelli, RA&N, 15 [2] 10-13 (2010).

  2. Thermo-Mechanical Properties of Colloidal Silica Containing Castables byM. R. Ismael, P. Bonadia, V.C. Pandolfelli, RA&N, 15 [1] 19-23 (2010).

  3. Slag – Pig Iron Interface Impact on Refractory Wear Inside the Blast Furnace HearthA. D. Mariotti, E. Brandaleze, G. Buscaglia, RA&N, 15 [1] 9-18 (2010).

  4. Refractories Applications Transactions

    Effect of Celsian on Corrosion of Aluminosilicate Castable Refractories, D. Shukla, J. D. Smith, RAT, 4 [3] 1-8 (2009).

  5. What Affects Erosion Resistance of Refractory Castables?, V.  dos Santos, L. Gonçalves, J. Gallo, J. Medeiros and V.  Pandolfelli, RA&N, 14 [6] 9-16 (2009).

  6. Behavior of Andalusite and Mullitized Andalusite Crystals Under Thermal Shock, L. Colombel, M. L. Bouchetou, J. Poirier,  RA&N, 14 [5] 14-18 (2009).

  7. Laboratory and Industrial Testing of Silica Bricks for Coke Ovens, M. A. Camerucci, A. G. Tomba M., A. L. Cavalieri, M. de Córdova, D. Beltrán, R. Topolevsky, RA&N, 13 [6] 20-24 (2008).

  8. Implementing Online Thermography in Torpedo Ladles, S. Silva, E. Fernandes, A. Oliveira, S. Accatini, S. Justus, E. Gonçalves, F. Vernilli, E. Longo, RA&N, 13 [3] 11-15 (2008).

  9. Thermal Shock Testing of Refractories - Revisited: Part II, C. Semler, RA&N, 13 [2] 18-24 (2008).

  10. Testing the Integrity of Refractory Lined Vessels Using the NDT Technique P-Response®, G. Palmer, RA&N, 13 [2] 10-17 (2008).

  11. Thermal Shock Testing of Refractories - Revisited: Part 1, C. E. Semler, RA&N, 13 [1] 18-22 (2008).

  12. Test Methods for Modern Refractories in Contact with Aluminum, D. Shukla, RA&N, 12 [6] 23- 16 (2007).

  13. Thermal Shock Testing of Refractories - Revisited: Part 1, C. E. Semler, RA&N, 13 [1] 18-22 (2008).

  14. Elastic Properties Of Refractories: Their Roles In Characterization, Richard C. Bradt, RA&N, 12 [3]11-26 (2007).

  15. Thermal Properties of Ceramic Materials, D. F. Day, RA&N, 11[2] 14-19 (2006).

  16. Rheometric Techniques Applied to Refractory Ceramic Suspensions, R.D. dos Anjos, M.R. Ismael, R. Salomão, V.C. Pandolfelli, RA&N, 11[2] 8-13 (2006).

  17. Testing the Integrity of Refractory Lined Vessels sing the NDT Technique P-Response, G. Palmer, RA&N, 10[4] 14-16 (2005).

  18. Refractory Testing and Evaluation at Oak Ridge National Laboratory for Black Liquor Gasifier Applications, J. G. Hemrick, J. R. Keiser, R. A. Peascoe, C. R. Hubbard, E. Lara-Curzio, RA&N, 9[6] 14-20 (2004).

  19. Advanced Techniques for Measuring Rheology of Cement Based Refractories, N. E. Bunt, RA&N, 8[1] 30-32 (2003).

  20. A Novel Technology to Evaluate the Oxidation Resistance of Carbon-Containing Refractories, M. A. Quintela, C. A. Pessoa, J. A. Rodrigues, V. C. Pandolfelli, RA&N, 7[1] 16-19 (2002).

  21. Report of the 179th Meeting of ASTM C08 on Refractories, St. Louis, MO on March 22, 2001, RA&N, 6[3] 14 (2001).

  22. Testing Center Leads the Way in Refractories Research, L. M. Sheppard, RA&N, 6[2] 14 (2001).

  23. Flow - Table Test, Important in Casting Operations, R. Antram, RA, 5[4] 12 (2000).

  24. Transient and Periodic Methods for Determining Thermal Properties, D. Martin, RA, 4[1] 7-9 (1999).

  25. High Temperature Mechanical Test as a Tool for the Microstructural Design and Evaluation of Advanced Castables, V. C. Pandolfelli, J. A. Rodrigues, A. P. M. Menegazzo, A. Rendtel, H. Hubner, RA, 4[1] 10-11 (1999).

  26. A New Test Method for Evaluating Permeability of Refractory Castables, J. Canon, T. Sander, RA, 2[1] 7 (1997).

  27. Thermal Shock Tests and Some Experiences in Argentina, E. Aglietti, RA, 1[2] 10 (1996).

Theoretical Development

  1. Basics of the Vertical Section, J. D. Smith, RA&N, 15 [2] 14-19 (2010).

  2. Slag – Pig Iron Interface Impact on Refractory Wear Inside the Blast Furnace HearthA. D. Mariotti, E. Brandaleze, G. Buscaglia, RA&N, 15 [1] 9-18 (2010).

  3. What Affects Erosion Resistance of Refractory Castables?, V.  dos Santos, L. Gonçalves, J. Gallo, J. Medeiros and V.  Pandolfelli, RA&N, 14 [6] 9-16 (2009).

  4. Refractories Applications Transactions

     Non-Classical Creep Behavior of Fusion-Cast α/β Alumina Refractories, James G. Hemrick and Andrew A. Wereszczak, Transactions, 2 [1] 1-8 (2009).

  5. Phase Equilibria Diagrams of Three Components – Systems Containing Limited (or no) Solid Solution, J. D. Smith, RA&N, 14 [1] 17-22 (2009).

  6. Systematic Approach to Extend Potlife in Primary Aluminum Production, C.E. Zangiacomi, P. Bonadia, J.B. Gallo, and V.C. Pandolfelli, RA&N, 13 [4] 15-21 (2008).

  7. Colloidal Silica Bonded Refractory Castables: Optimization of the Particle Size Distribution, M. R. Ismael, R. Salomão and V.C. Pandolfelli, RA&N, 13 [1] 10-15 (2008).

  8. Thermal Diffusivity and Its Measurement, O. Hunter, Jr., RA&N, 12 [6] 13-16 (2007).

  9. Benefits from the Use of Precast Shape Technology in Refractory Linings, P. Fisher, RA&N, 13 [1] 16-17 (2008).

  10. Phase Equilibria Diagrams of Two Components, with Solid Solutions, J.D. Smith, RA&N, 12 [5] 13-21 (2007).

  11. Interactions between Silica Fume and CAC and Methods to Optimize Castable Placing Properties, C. Parr, C. Wöhrmeyer, M. Iiyama and R. Roesky, RA&N, 12[2] 12-15 (2007).

  12. Calculation of Transient and Steady State Heat Transfer in Refractory Linings Under Various Conditions, Greg Palmer, RA&N, 12 [1] 15-18 (2007).

  13. Evaluation of Aggregates from MgO-TiO2-CaO System Used in Refractories for Burning Zone of Cement Rotary Kilns by L. Ferreira, J. Rodrigues, L. Bernardes, J. Baldo, J. Bressiani, RA&N, 11 [6] 14-19 (2006).

  14. Refractories Applications Transactions
    Transient Stresses in Refractory Linings of a High Temperature Black Liquor, Gasifier, X. Liang, W. L. Headrick, L. R. Dharani, S. Zhao, Transactions, 1[3] 1-8 (2006).

  15. Theoretical and Practical Considerations of the Strength of Ceramic Materials, R. E. Moore, RA&N, 10[4] 17-22 (2005).

  16. The Refractory Lining Thermal Modeller, I. Mann, RA&N, 10[4] 23-25 (2005).

  17. Thermal Shock Of Refractories, H. Chandler, RA&N, 10[2] 23-28 (2005).

  18. Heat Transfer Mechanisms in Refractory Materials, A. Allen, RA&N, 10[1] 27-31 (2005).

  19. A Brief Review of Current Black Liquor Gasification Technology and a Modeling of Chemrec Gasifier, X. Liang, W. L. Headrick, L. R. Dharani, J. Wei, RA&N,, 9[6] 25-31 (2004).

  20. Calculation of Temperature and Stress Distribution for Ladle Lining, W. Zhigang, L. Nan, K. Jiangyi, L. Yourong, J. Guozhang, C. Rongrong, H. Pingxian, RA&N, 9[3] 27-30 (2004).

  21. Current Understanding of Oxy-fuel Glasstank Crowns, X. Liang, W. L. Headrick and L. R. Dharani, RA&N, 9[2] 29-31 (2004).

  22. Thermomechanical Simulations of Refractory Linings, an Overview, J. Poirier, RA&N, 8[6] 16-22 (2003).

  23. Computer Simulation of the Thermomechanical Performance of Refractory Anchors, M. M. Ayikoshi, A. P. Silva, R. Pereira, V. C. Pandolfelli, RA&N, 8[4] 23-27 (2003).

  24. Heat flow Calculations Worthwhile or Worthless?, D.B. Ellson, RA, 4[3] 2-4 (1999).

  25. Transient and Periodic Methods for Determining Thermal Properties, D. Martin, RA, 4[1] 7-9 (1999).

  26. Reduced Energy Lost - Reduce Energy Cost, D. M. Martin, RA, 3[2] 2-5 (1998).

Trends and Forecasting

  1. Reflections on Refractories, 1989-2009, C. E. Semler Industry News, RA&N, 15 [1] 5-20 (2010).

  2. Vast Amount of Refractory Information Online, C. E. Semler, RA&N, 14 [6] 17-18 (2009).

  3. The Next Generation of Refractorists to Wear New Shoes, M. Rigaud, RA&N, 14 [3] 17 (2009).

  4. Shoes to Fill, J. P. Willi, RA&N, 14 [3] 16 (2009).

  5. Elastic Properties of Refractory Materials, O. Hunter, Jr., RA&N, 13 [5] 17-20 (2008).

  6. Overview of Refractory Properties, C. Semler, RA&N, 13 [4] 9-11 (2008).

  7. Update on Refractories in Japan, C. Semler, RA&N, 12 [5] 5-9 (2007).

  8. India Revisited, C. Semler, RA&N, 12 [3] 6-7 (2007).

  9. Patent generation and the Technological Development of Refractories and Steelmaking, C. M. Peret, J. A. Gregolin, L. I. Faria, V. C. Pandolfelli, RA&N, 12 [1] 10-14 (2007).

  10. U.S. Refractories Industry – 2000 to 2005 by C. Semler, RA&N, 11 [6] 10-13 (2006).

  11. What’s Happening in India? C. Semler, RA&N, 11[5] 6-7 (2006).

  12. Continuous Improvement of Refractories Continues, C. E. Semler, RA&N, 11[1] 6-7 (2006).

  13. Trends in the Steel Industry and Developments of New Refractory Materials, M. Rigaud, RA&N, 10[5] 26-31 (2005).

  14. Refractories Review 2005 - Update from China, C.E. Semler, RA&N, 10[4] 6-7 (2005).

  15. Basic Facts Never Change, C.E. Semler, RA&N, 10[3] 6-7 (2005).

  16. Health and Safety Regulations Affecting the U.S. Refractories Industry, R. Crolius, RA&N, 10[2] 14-17 (2005).

  17. Selected Factors that Contribute to Refractory Successes, C.E. Semler, RA&N, 10[1] 8-9 (2005).

  18. Refractories Knowledge and Experience is the Foundation for Future Advances, C.E. Semler, RA&N, 9[6] 8-9 (2004).

  19. Refractories Industry Status and Changes, C. E. Semler, RA&N, 9[3] 9 (2004).

  20. What Do Refractory Consultants Do?? C. E. Semler, RA&N, 9[2] 9 (2004).

  21. Snapshot of the Refractories Industry in South Korea, C. E. Semler , RA&N, 9[1] 9 (2004).

  22. Few Opinions About the Refractory Industry, T. Richter, RA&N, 7[6] 12 (2002).

  23. Thinking about Some Problems Related to Refractories for the New Century, L. Nan, RA, 6[1] 8-9 (2001).

  24. Trends in Refractory Materials and Markets, L. Sheppard, RA, 6[1] 10-11 (2001).

  25. Trends in Refractories Technology - Highlights of the 2000 ACerS Annual Meeting, L. Sheppard, RA, 5[3] 9-10 (2000).

  26. Issues and Trends Affecting the U.S. Refractories Industry - 1999, R. Crolius, RA, 5[1] 5; 10-11 (2000).

  27. Recent Trends in Refractories Industry in South America, P. R. H. M. Bittencourt, RA, 1[2] 2-4 (1996).