Evaluation of CaO–Al2O3 adhesive bonding properties for β″-Al2O3 solid electrolyte sealing for alkali metal thermal electric converter

• Published in: Ceramics international Vol. 39; no. 8; pp. 9223 - 9227
• Main Authors: Kim, Seyoung, Joo, Jong Hoon, Kim, Sun-Dong, Woo, Sang-Kuk
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: Elsevier Ltd 01.12.2013
• Subjects: Adhesive bonding; Alkali metals; AMTEC; Bonding strength; D. Al2O3; Electric converters; Glass; Insulation; Sealing; Shear strength; Solid electrolytes; Vapor pressure; Bonding strength; D. Al2O3; Sealing; AMTEC

The β″-Al2O3 solid electrolyte (BASE) tube is an essential component of the alkali metal thermal electric converter (AMTEC) system for inducing the conduction of Na ions and generating electricity. Maintaining gas-tightness to produce Na vapor pressure deference and providing insulation to prevent t...