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  • Materials Science
  • Environmental Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering

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  • Solid waste streams contain valuable aluminum (Al) and copper (Cu) particles.
  • Efficient separation and recycling methods are crucial for resource sustainability and environmental protection.
  • Vertical eddy current separation presents a promising technology for recovering these non-ferrous metals.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the key factors influencing the separation of aluminum and copper particles using vertical eddy current separation.
  • To analyze the effects of particle shape, size, magnetic roller speed, and magnetic roller structure on separation efficiency.
  • To provide a scientific basis for optimizing the recycling of Al and Cu from solid waste.

Main Methods:

  • Experimental analysis of vertical eddy current separation.
  • Combined simulation using COMSOL Multiphysics and MATLAB.
  • Systematic variation of particle shape (spherical, cylindrical, flaky), particle size (radii 2-8 mm), magnetic roller speed (up to 6000 rpm), and magnetic roller structure (Halbach Array, NS).

Main Results:

  • Spherical and cylindrical Al/Cu particles show better separation than flaky ones, with spherical particles exhibiting a 1.95 times greater repulsion distance difference.
  • Optimizing particle size ranges (e.g., 4-5 mm and 6-8 mm) minimizes mixing and enhances separation.
  • Increasing magnetic roller speed to 6000 rpm with a Halbach Array roller effectively separates Al and Cu particles; speeds above 6000 rpm with an NS roller are suitable for smaller particles (2-8 mm radii).

Conclusions:

  • Particle characteristics, operational parameters, and magnetic roller design critically influence Al/Cu separation efficiency in vertical eddy current systems.
  • The findings offer valuable insights for designing and implementing effective recycling processes for Al and Cu from solid waste.
  • Optimized separation contributes to sustainable resource management and significant environmental benefits.