System and method for melting glass or ceramic materials
US12012350B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 7, 2020 |
| Grant date | Jun 18, 2024 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 20, 2040 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH05B2203/025
- WIPO fieldThermal processes and apparatus
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A system for melting materials during the production of a glass or ceramic material is disclosed. A method for melting materials during the production of a glass or ceramic material is also disclosed. The system comprises a melt tank having an interior with a width and a length; and an electrode array comprising a plurality of elongate electrodes each extending at least partially across the width of the interior of the melt tank. Each electrode within the electrode array is spaced apart from an adjacent electrode within the electrode array by from about 5 mm to 100 mm. The electrode array is configured such that during a heating operation, current flows between adjacent electrodes within the electrode array, such that heat is radiated from the electrodes to materials located within the interior of the melt tank.
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