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Interlocking wettable ceramic tiles

US6863788B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJul 29, 2002
Grant dateMar 8, 2005
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Expiry dateMar 20, 2023

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC25C3/08
  • WIPO fieldSurface technology, coating
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

An electrolytic cell for the reduction of aluminum having a layer of interlocking cathode tiles positioned on a cathode block. Each tile includes a main body and a vertical restraining member to prevent movement of the tiles away from the cathode block during operation of the cell. The anode of the electrolytic cell may be positioned about 1 inch from the interlocking cathode tiles.

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