Real-Time Temperature Measurement in a Vacuum Degasser Using Optical Pyrometry
The objective of the research was the development of a fiber-coupled, optical pyrometer for continuous temperature measurement in a vacuum degasser that reduces process time, enhances process control, and eliminates manual or robot-operated thermocouples. Through the live testing performed at US Steel's Edgar Thompson Works, the challenges associated with making optical temperature measurements in a vacuum chamber were identified. As a result of these challenges it was determined that continuous temperature monitoring in RH-type degassers was not a viable alternative to standard immersion thermocouples. The project was not successful.
- Research Organization:
- Process Metrix
- Sponsoring Organization:
- USDOE Office of Industrial Technologies (OIT) - (EE-20)
- DOE Contract Number:
- FC36-97ID13554
- OSTI ID:
- 915394
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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