Microwave melting and drilling of basalts

E. Jerby*, V. Dikhtyar, M. Einat

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Abstract

The paper presents two experimental methods for basalt processing by microwaves, and their results. One method employs a single-mode cavity to melt basalt, and to produce a volcanic glass (obsidian). The other method uses an open-end applicator (i.e. a microwave drill [1]) to form holes in basalt rocks. Experimental observations of the basalt interactions with microwaves in these two schemes are described, and their significances are discussed.

Original languageEnglish
Pages1673
Number of pages1
StatePublished - 2004
Event2004 AIChE Annual Meeting - Austin, TX, United States
Duration: 7 Nov 200412 Nov 2004

Conference

Conference2004 AIChE Annual Meeting
Country/TerritoryUnited States
CityAustin, TX
Period7/11/0412/11/04

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