Electrolysis of Light Metals

The course includes fundamental theory for industrial electrowinning in molten salts, with special emphasis on aluminium. Topics: - Phase diagrams. - Electrolyte structure, thermodynamics. - Physicochemical properties. - Electrode reactions. - Current efficiency. - Metal solubility. - Inert electrodes.

The aim is to give the students a fundamental theoretical understanding of the principles for the production of light metals, especially aluminium by molten salts electrolysis. The students should be able to read and understand publications on light metals electrolysis.

Lectures and group discussions depending on the number of students. Voluntary exercises.