Solar ponds in hydrometallurgy and salt production

Journal Article · Mon Dec 31 23:00:00 EST 1990 · Solar Energy (Journal of Solar Energy Science and Engineering); (United States)

DOI:https://doi.org/10.1016/0038-092X(91)90053-Y· OSTI ID:5085941

Lesino, G; Saravia, L ^[1]

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1. Univ. Nacional de Salta, Buenos Aires (Argentina)

The possibilities of using solar ponds in the mining industry are explored. Their advantages are identified from an economic point of view and the main technical points for proper operation are discussed. A short account is given of the hydrometallurgical and salt production processes of interest from the point of view of solar ponds. Solar ponds can provide a working environment for many mineral processing systems, not only as a source of energy, but also as a large basin maintained at nearly constant temperature where different operations can be performed. Examples are described for applications in the production of sodium sulfate, boric acid, copper, potassium chloride, and sodium borate.

• OSTI ID: 5085941
• Journal Information: Solar Energy (Journal of Solar Energy Science and Engineering); (United States), Journal Name: Solar Energy (Journal of Solar Energy Science and Engineering); (United States) Vol. 46:6; ISSN SRENA; ISSN 0038-092X
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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