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Formulation of a Mathematical Process Model for the Foaming of a Mesophase Carbon Precursor

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  25 February 2011

S. S. Sandhu  and
J. W. Hager
S. S. Sandhu
Affiliation:
Department of Chemical/Materials Engineering, University of Dayton, Dayton, OH 45469
J. W. Hager
Affiliation:
Wright Laboratory, WL/MLBC, Wright-Patterson AFB, OH 45433-6533
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Abstract

Mathematical equations have been formulated to guide an experimental effort to produce an open-celled mesophase pitch foam. The formulation provides an analytical description of homogeneous bubble nucleation and growth, diffusion of the blowing gas through the liquid to the bubble surface, and the average material thickness between bubbles. Implications of the formulation for the experimental production of mesophase pitch foam are discussed.

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Research Article
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MRS Online Proceedings Library (OPL) , Volume 270: Symposium M – Novel Forms of Carbon , 1992 , 35
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Copyright © Materials Research Society 1992

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