Direct reduced iron system and method
US12060622B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 23, 2021 |
| Grant date | Aug 13, 2024 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 23, 2041 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02P10/122
- WIPO fieldMaterials, metallurgy
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A method of direct reduction of iron (DRI) is disclosed, the method comprising generating metallic iron by removing oxygen from iron ore using a reducing gaseous mixture with excess carbon monoxide that produces an excess CO2 by-product is provided. CO2 by-product is optionally sequestered. A system for carrying out the method is also disclosed.
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