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Method of producing mechanically strong pellets from non-oxidizable metal oxides

US4162284A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateMar 9, 1977
Grant dateJul 24, 1979
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Expiry dateMar 9, 1997

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10S264/25
  • WIPO fieldMaterials, metallurgy
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A method of producing mechanically strong sintered pellets suitable for consumable use in smelting furnaces from non-oxidizable metal oxides is disclosed. The metal oxide is combined with a carbon-containing material whereafter the formed pellet is sintered in a shaft furnace.

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