Increasing brick body strength by adjusting the particle-size distribution

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»1 Comparison between the experimental packing densities of brick green bodies with the results of simulation with the aid of a constant correction factor for each basic body (W-X, E-X) do account for agglomeration

Picture/Bild: Instiut für Ziegelforschung Essen e.V.

1 Context

The particle-size distribution of raw materials employed is one of the most important parameters with respect to workability, drying and firing behaviour and pore-structure formation within the brick body, which dictates most of the finished product properties. Until now, most investigations regarding the complex influence of particle-size distribution have been of an empirical nature – for example, by means of a Winkler diagram for the three size fractions 0–2, 2–20 and >20 µm. The present research project, however, pursues a new approach.

2 Objectives

The set objective was to imitate...

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