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Optimized Heating Strategies for Aluminum: A Theoretical and Experimental Study

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  • Minghao Yin yinhoward17@gmail.com

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https://doi.org/10.58445/rars.2920

Abstract

In construction, heating aluminum components is occasionally necessary for tasks such as shaping, fitting, or performing repairs. Aluminum’s high thermal conductivity and specific heat capacity make it difficult to achieve significant temperature increases using conventional methods [2]. One promising method involves dividing the boiling water into multiple portions, immersing the aluminum stick sequentially, and allowing thermal equilibrium to occur at each stage. This paper investigates an optimized heating strategy for aluminum, focusing on scenarios where traditional heating systems, such as blowtorches or induction heaters, are unavailable. The results will inform practical solutions for energy-efficient and effective aluminum heating in construction and related industries.

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