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Process for improving metal production in steelmaking processes

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OSTI ID:251114

A process and apparatus for improving metal production in ironmaking and steelmaking processes is disclosed. The use of an inert metallic conductor in the slag containing crucible and the addition of a transition metal oxide to the slag are the disclosed process improvements. 6 figs.

Research Organization:
American Iron and Steel Institute
DOE Contract Number:
FC07-89ID12847
Assignee:
Massachusetts Inst. of Tech., Cambridge, MA (United States)
Patent Number(s):
US 5,527,374/A/
Application Number:
PAN: 8-212,149
OSTI ID:
251114
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English