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Method and apparatus for atomization and spraying of molten metals

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OSTI ID:6185430

A method and device for dispersing molten metal into fine particulate spray, the method comprises applying an electric current through the molten metal and simultaneously applying a magnetic field to the molten metal in a plane perpendicular to the electric current, whereby the molten metal is caused to form into droplets at an angle perpendicular to both the electric current and the magnetic field. The device comprises a structure for providing a molten metal, appropriately arranged electrodes for applying an electric current through the molten metal, and a magnet for providing a magnetic field in a plane perpendicular to the electric current. 11 figs.

Research Organization:
Oak Ridge National Lab., TN (USA)
DOE Contract Number:
AC05-84OR21400
Assignee:
Dept. of Energy
Patent Number(s):
PATENTS-US-A7221393
Application Number:
ON: DE89011440
OSTI ID:
6185430
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English