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PROCESS FOR THE PREPARATION OF MAGNESIUM-THORIUM ALLOY

Patent ·
OSTI ID:4790508
A method for preparing Mg-Th alloy by reduction of ThF/sub 4/ with Mg is outlined which gives good reduction efficiency, does not entrap the formed alloy in the saline phass, and prevents loss of ThF/sub 4/ by conversion into oxide. The method comprises forming a saline mixture of ThF/sub 4/, LiF, and MgF/sub 2/ and/or CaF/sub 2/ and subjecting the mixture to reduction by molten Mg at 700 to 1000 deg C. (D.L.C.)
Research Organization:
Originating Research Org. not identified
NSA Number:
NSA-16-012048
Assignee:
Dow Chemical Co.
Patent Number(s):
US 3026196
OSTI ID:
4790508
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English