<i>In Situ</i> X‐ray Diffraction and Young's Modulus Measurement during Heat Treatment of High‐Alumina Cement Castables

Abstract

In situ Young's modulus measurements and synchrotron radiation‐energy dispersive diffraction have been used to study changes in high‐alumina castables subjected to heat treatment from room temperature to 1600°C. Particular attention was paid to the hydrate “conversion” process and the effects of high temperature.