Sloped sidewall for a furnance
US12078418B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 1, 2020 |
| Grant date | Sep 3, 2024 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 15, 2043 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02P10/20
- WIPO fieldThermal processes and apparatus
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Described herein is a sidewall suitable for use in a metallurgical furnace, and metallurgical furnace having the same. The sidewall has an upper wall, an outer wall coupled to an outer side of the upper wall, and extending downward from the outer wall. A sloped wall is coupled to an inner side of the upper wall. The sloped wall extends downward and inward from the upper wall. The sloped wall has a first surface facing the outer wall and a second surface facing a centerline of the sidewall. A spray cooling assembly is disposed between the sloped wall and the outer wall. The spray cooling assembly is configured to spray coolant on the first surface of the sloped wall.
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