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The worldwide aluminum economy: The current state of the industry

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This article provides an overview and characterization of the worldwide aluminum industry and its importance to the world economy. It reviews the current state of the industry, addressing the complete process from primary production through aluminum products to recycling. Global markets for aluminum and the future challenges and directions of the industry are also discussed, and the historical milestones in the aluminum industry are noted.

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  1. University of Kentucky, Lexington, USA

    Subodh K. Das & Weimin Yin

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Das, S.K., Yin, W. The worldwide aluminum economy: The current state of the industry. JOM 59, 57–63 (2007). https://doi.org/10.1007/s11837-007-0142-0

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