Asymmetric Refractory Anchor Fins for Corner Liner Anchoring
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing anchoring assemblies are less suitable for anchoring refractory liners in specific areas of equipment with edges, corners, and transition surfaces, requiring improved solutions for effective and efficient anchoring.
Innovation Solution
A refractory anchor with an elongated mounting pin and anchor fins, designed for seamless integration with existing anchoring systems, providing strong and flexible anchoring capabilities, especially around corners and edges, using stud welding for quick and accurate installation, and featuring a submerged section for heat insulation and reduced heat transfer.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If a conventional anchoring assembly is used, then anchoring in large surface areas is effective, but anchoring around corners and edges is insufficient
Solution Approach 1:
The anchor fin is designed with asymmetric geometry where one end has a larger vertical height than the other end. This local variation in dimensions allows the anchor to adapt to different spatial requirements around corners and edges, providing effective anchoring in specific areas while maintaining overall system reliability
Solution Approach 2:
The anchor fin features an asymmetric cross-sectional shape with unequal vertical heights at its ends. This asymmetric design enables the anchor to fit and provide secure anchoring in corner and edge configurations where symmetric designs would fail, directly resolving the contradiction between adaptability and reliability in specific areas
2Reliability
If a specialized anchor design for corners is created, then anchoring quality around corners improves, but compatibility with existing welding techniques may be reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The mounting pin is designed with a universal geometry that is compatible with existing stud welding techniques and equipment. This allows the specialized corner anchor design to be integrated into current welding systems without requiring new tools or training, maintaining versatility while achieving improved anchoring quality around corners
3Ease of manufacture
If the anchor fin has uniform height, then manufacturing is simpler, but seamless transition of liner height is difficult
Solution Approach 1:
The anchor fin incorporates local variation in height, with one end being taller than the other. This localized dimensional change enables seamless transition of liner height around corners while maintaining manufacturability through standard fabrication processes, resolving the contradiction between manufacturing simplicity and transition precision
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
The refractory anchor enables excellent liner anchoring results with reduced installation time and improved durability, maintaining anchoring quality and extending the lifespan of the anchor by providing a heat-insulating buffer, while maintaining compatibility with existing welding techniques and materials.
Implementation Method 1
the first end is weldable to an object
Implementation Method 2
providing a heat-insulating buffer
Data Source
AI summary
The invention relates to a refractory anchor comprising an elongated mounting pin having a first end and a second end opposite to the first end seen in the longitudinal direction of the elongated mounting pin, wherein the first end is weldable to an object, the refractory anchor further comprises at least one anchor fin having a first side at least partially connected to the elongated mounting pin. The invention further relates to an assembly comprising an object and a refractory anchor welded to the object, and to a method for manufacturing the assembly.