Finite elements analysis of mass transfer and mechanical processes in ceramic ware at convective drying

摘要

Mathematical models of the coupled moisture diffusion and mechanical processes in ceramic ware at industrial drying are composed.They allow taking into account the impact of the drying regime on the plastic deformation and shrinkage of the articles.The models are validated and applied for numerical investigations of the transient fields of the moisture content,stresses and strains in building bricks in continuous dryers.Ways for their application for improving of the energy efficiency of drying installations are discussed.