View source for 18181345. REFRACTORY MATERIALS simplified abstract (Honeywell International Inc.)

=REFRACTORY MATERIALS=


==Organization Name==

[[:Category:Honeywell International Inc.|Honeywell International Inc.]]


[[Category:Honeywell International Inc.]]

==Inventor(s)==

[[:Category:Kevin Blinn of Franklin Park NJ (US)|Kevin Blinn of Franklin Park NJ (US)]][[Category:Kevin Blinn of Franklin Park NJ (US)]]

[[:Category:Mehrad Mehr of Morristown NJ (US)|Mehrad Mehr of Morristown NJ (US)]][[Category:Mehrad Mehr of Morristown NJ (US)]]

[[:Category:Bahram Jadidian of Watchung NJ (US)|Bahram Jadidian of Watchung NJ (US)]][[Category:Bahram Jadidian of Watchung NJ (US)]]

==REFRACTORY MATERIALS - A simplified explanation of the abstract==


This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18181345 titled 'REFRACTORY MATERIALS

The method described in the patent application involves forming a refractory component for a foundry system by creating a preform from a mixture containing a silicon carbide preceramic polymer and either a refractory powder or refractory aggregate. The preform is then heated to pyrolyze the silicon carbide preceramic polymer, resulting in a refractory material with an oxidation-resistant surface suitable for contacting molten metal.

* The method includes using a silicon carbide preceramic polymer in the refractory mixture.
* The preform is heated to pyrolyze the polymer and form a refractory material.
* The resulting refractory material contains either a refractory powder or refractory aggregate in a silicon carbide matrix.
* The refractory component has an oxidation-resistant surface for contacting molten metal.

Potential Applications:
- Foundry systems
- Metal casting processes
- High-temperature industrial applications

Problems Solved:
- Providing an oxidation-resistant surface for refractory components in foundry systems
- Enhancing the durability and performance of refractory materials in contact with molten metal

Benefits:
- Improved resistance to oxidation
- Enhanced durability in high-temperature environments
- Increased efficiency in foundry operations

Commercial Applications:
Refractory components produced using this method can be utilized in various foundry systems, metal casting processes, and high-temperature industrial applications, improving their performance and longevity.

Questions about Refractory Component Formation:
1. How does the use of a silicon carbide preceramic polymer enhance the properties of the refractory material?
2. What are the specific advantages of having an oxidation-resistant surface in refractory components for foundry systems?


==Original Abstract Submitted==

A method for forming a refractory component of foundry system includes forming a preform from a refractory mixture. The refractory mixture includes a silicon carbide preceramic polymer and at least one of a refractory powder or refractory aggregate. The method further includes heating the preform to pyrolyze the silicon carbide preceramic polymer and form a refractory material defining the refractory component. The resulting refractory material includes at least one of the refractory powder or the refractory aggregate in a silicon carbide matrix. The refractory component defines an oxidation-resistant surface configured to contact molten metal.



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