Abstract:
A slurry coating composition is described, which is very useful for enriching the surface region of a metal-based substrate with aluminum. The composition includes colloidal silica and particles of an aluminum-based powder, and is substantially free of hexavalent chromium. The slurry may include colloidal silica and an alloy of aluminum and silicon. Alternatively, the slurry includes colloidal silica, aluminum or aluminum-silicon, and an organic stabilizer such as glycerol. The slurry exhibits good thermal and chemical stability for extended periods of time, making it very useful for industrial applications. Related methods and articles are also described.
Abstract:
A ceramic casting shell mold having a pre-selected shape comprises alternate, repeating layers of a ceramic coating material and a ceramic stucco, defining a total thickness of the shell mold; and a ceramic-based reinforcing sheet disposed in the alternate, repeating layers of coating material and stucco at an intermediate thickness. The ceramic-based reinforcing sheet comprises a one-piece monolithic, integral body, which comprises a pattern of holes that enhance bonding between the ceramic-based reinforcing sheet and adjacent ones of the alternate, repeating layers of ceramic coating material. The ceramic-based reinforcing sheet conforms to the shape of the mold and providing structural reinforcement to the mold.
Abstract:
An integral transfer tube is produced comprised of a hollow high density ceramic oxide tube (51) having its outer surface wall (59) surrounded by a low density ceramic oxide shell (60), and having a heating element comprised of a heating wound portion (56) and two end portions (57, 58) wherein the wound portion is intermediate the tube and the shell, and wherein at least a sufficient amount of the end portions are exposed for electrical attachment.
Abstract:
A transfer tube is produced comprised of a high density ceramic oxide tube having a low density multi-layered ceramic oxide shell directly bonded to its outer surface wall
Abstract:
A transfer tube is produced comprised of a high density ceramic oxide tube having a low density multi-layered ceramic oxide shell directly bonded to its outer surface wall