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Molten metal leakage confinement and thermal optimization in vessels used for containing molten metals

US9297584B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJan 8, 2014
Grant dateMar 29, 2016
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Expiry dateJun 2, 2034

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  • Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
  • CPC primaryF27D1/0009
  • WIPO fieldThermal processes and apparatus
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A vessel used for containing molten metal, e.g. a trough section for conveying molten metal from one location to another. In some embodiments, the vessel employs refractory liner units of different thermal conductivity to maximize heat penetration into the molten metal from heaters in the gap, but to minimize heat loss at the inlet and outlet of the vessel where the end units contact the housing.

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