Stochastic simulation of the power requirements of dry clinker pulverisation

V. Spitas, C. Spitas

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Abstract

Portland cement is obtained through mixing of gypsum with an intermediate product of the cement production line called 'clinker'. This material is produced in the form of large nodules (lumps) and has to be pulverised in order to be suitable for mixing. In order to boost productivity by cutting down the excessive time needed for its pulverisation, fine grinding is preceded by dry grinding in a single stage roller press, which produces clinker wafers. In this paper the time-dependant torque and power requirements of such a press are calculated using stochastic simulation of the grinding process based on experimentally obtained clinker grain data from uniaxial compression tests. The methodology can be easily expanded to include other granular materials in similar fixed-geometry grinding systems.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)42-49
Number of pages8
JournalInternational Journal of Mineral Processing
Volume106-109
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 20 May 2012
Externally publishedYes

Keywords

  • Clinker
  • Compressive strength
  • Grinding
  • Modeling
  • Stochastic simulation

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Geotechnical Engineering and Engineering Geology
  • Geochemistry and Petrology

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