Automated classification of gas flow states in blast furnaces using top-camera imagery typically demands a large volume of labeled data,whose manual annotation is both labor-intensive and cost-prohibitive.To mitigate ...Automated classification of gas flow states in blast furnaces using top-camera imagery typically demands a large volume of labeled data,whose manual annotation is both labor-intensive and cost-prohibitive.To mitigate this challenge,we present an enhanced semi-supervised learning approach based on the Mean Teacher framework,incorporating a novel feature loss module to maximize classification performance with limited labeled samples.The model studies show that the proposed model surpasses both the baseline Mean Teacher model and fully supervised method in accuracy.Specifically,for datasets with 20%,30%,and 40%label ratios,using a single training iteration,the model yields accuracies of 78.61%,82.21%,and 85.2%,respectively,while multiple-cycle training iterations achieves 82.09%,81.97%,and 81.59%,respectively.Furthermore,scenario-specific training schemes are introduced to support diverse deployment need.These findings highlight the potential of the proposed technique in minimizing labeling requirements and advancing intelligent blast furnace diagnostics.展开更多
The iron and steel industry,standing as a quintessential manufacture example with high consumption,pollution and emissions,faces significant environmental and sustainable development challenges.Electric arc furnace(EA...The iron and steel industry,standing as a quintessential manufacture example with high consumption,pollution and emissions,faces significant environmental and sustainable development challenges.Electric arc furnace(EAF)steelmaking process mainly uses scrap as raw material and is characterized by environmentally friendly and recyclable process.However,the further development of EAF route in China is limited by the reserve,supply,availability and quality of scrap resource.Direct reduced iron(DRI)is one of typical low-carbon and clean charges,which can effectively make up for the adverse effects caused by the lack of scrap.The physical and chemical properties,classifications,and production technologies of DRI are firstly reviewed.In particular,the reducing gas types,reduction temperature,and reduction mechanism of the DRI production with gas-based shaft furnace(SF)technology are detailed.Considering the crucial role played by DRI application in EAF,the influences of DRI addition on EAF smelting rules and operations including the blending and charging process,heat transfer and melting in molten bath,slag formation operation,refractory corrosion,and slag system evolution are then further discussed.Finally,the comparative analysis and assessment of the consumption level of material and energy as well as the cleaner production both covering the clean chemical composition of molten steel and the clean environment impact in EAF steelmaking with DRI charged are conducted.From perspectives of metallurgical process engineering,a suitable route of hydrogen generation and application(from coke oven gas,methanol,and clean energy power),CO_(2) capture and utilization integrated with SF–EAF process is proposed.In view of the difficulties in large-scale DRI application in EAF,the follow-up work should focus on the investigation of DRI charging and melting,slag system evolution and molten pool reaction rules,as well as the developments of the DRI standardized use technology and intelligent batching and control models.展开更多
Hydrogen displays the potential to partially replace pulverized coal injection(PCI)in the blast furnace,and it can reduce CO_(2)emissions.In this paper,a three-dimensional mathematical model of hydrogen and pulverized...Hydrogen displays the potential to partially replace pulverized coal injection(PCI)in the blast furnace,and it can reduce CO_(2)emissions.In this paper,a three-dimensional mathematical model of hydrogen and pulverized coal co-injection in blast furnace tuyere was established through numerical simulation,and the effect of hydrogen injection and oxygen enrichment interaction on pulverized coal combustion and raceway smelting was investigated.The simulation results indicate that when the coal injection rate decreased from 36 to 30t/h and the hydrogen injection increased from 0 to 3600 m^(3)/h,the CO_(2)emissions decreased from 1860 to 1551 kg/t,which represents a16.6%reduction,and the pulverized coal burnout decreased from 70.1%to 63.7%.The heat released from hydrogen combustion can not only promote the volatilization of pulverized coal but also affect the combustion reaction between volatilization and oxygen,which resulted in a decrease in the temperature at the end of the raceway.Co-injection of hydrogen with PCI increased the wall temperature near the upper half part of the raceway and at the outlet of the tuyere,which required a high cooling efficiency to extend the service life of the blast furnace.The increase in oxygen level compensated for the decreased average temperature in the raceway due to hydrogen injection.The increase in the oxygen content by 3%while maintaining constant hydrogen and PCI injection rates increased the burnout and average raceway temperature by 4.2%and 43 K,respectively.The mole fraction of CO and H_(2) production increased by 0.04 and 0.02,respectively.Burnout can be improved through optimization of the particle size distribution of pulverized coal.展开更多
Blast furnace gas(BFG)is an important by-product energy for the iron and steel industry and has been widely used for heating or electricity generation.However,the undesirable contaminants in BFG(especially H_(2)S)gene...Blast furnace gas(BFG)is an important by-product energy for the iron and steel industry and has been widely used for heating or electricity generation.However,the undesirable contaminants in BFG(especially H_(2)S)generate harmful environmental emissions.The desulfurization of BFG is urgent for integrated steel plants due to the stringent ultra-low emission standards.Compared with other desulfurization materials,zeolite-based adsorbents represent a viable option with low costs and long service life.In this study,an ammonia-induced CuO modified 13X adsorbent(NH_(3)–CuO/13X)was prepared for H_(2)S removal from simulated BFG at low temperature.The XRD,H_(2)-TPR and TEM analysis proved that smaller CuO particles were formed and the dispersion of Cu on the surface of 13X zeolite was improved via the induction of ammonia.Evaluation on H_(2)S adsorption performance of the adsorbent was carried out using simulated BFG,and the results showed that NH_(3)–CuO/13X-3 has better breakthrough sulfur capacity,which was more than twice the sulfur capacity of CuO/13X.It is proposed that the enhanced desulfurization performance of NH_(3)–CuO/13X is attributed to an abundant pore of 13X,and combined action of 13X and CuO.This work provided an effective way to improve the sulfur capacity of zeolite-based adsorbents via impregnation method by ammonia induction.展开更多
Leachate sludge,a byproduct of municipal solid waste leachate treated through biochemical processes,is characterized by high water content(761.1%)and significant organic matter content(71.2%).Cement that is commonly u...Leachate sludge,a byproduct of municipal solid waste leachate treated through biochemical processes,is characterized by high water content(761.1%)and significant organic matter content(71.2%).Cement that is commonly used for solidifying leachate sludge has shown limited effectiveness.To address this issue,an alkali-activated ground-granulated blast-furnace slag(GGBS)geopolymer blended with polypropylene fibers was developed to solidify leachate sludge.Moreover,unconfined compressive strength(UCS),immersion,as well as X-ray diffraction(XRD),Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy(FTIR),and scanning electron microscope(SEM)tests were conducted to investigate the solidification effect and mechanism of the GGBS-based geopolymer and fibers on leachate sludge.The results showed that:the 28-d UCS of the solidified sludge with 20%and 30%GGBS is 0.35 MPa and 1.85 MPa,and decreases to 0.18 MPa and 1.13 MPa,respectively,after soaked in water for 28 d.Notably,the UCS of the solidified sludge with 30%GGBS satisfied the strength requirement of roadbed materials.Polypropylene fibers significantly enhanced the strength,ductility and water stability of the solidified sludge,with an optimal fiber content of 0.3%.Alkali-activated GGBS geopolymer generated three-dimensional,cross-linked geopolymeric gels within the solidified sludge,cementing sludge particles and filling intergranular pores to form a stable cementitious structure,thereby achieving effective solidification.Furthermore,incorporating polypropylene fibers improved the bonding and anchoring effect between fiber and solidified sludge,constrained lateral deformation of the solidified sludge,restricted crack propagation,and enhanced engineering performance of the solidified leachate sludge.展开更多
The iron and steel industries generate large amounts of unavoidable CO_(2)emissions as well as considerable quantities of slags.More than one-half of the emitted CO_(2)is produced in blast furnaces during ironmaking,a...The iron and steel industries generate large amounts of unavoidable CO_(2)emissions as well as considerable quantities of slags.More than one-half of the emitted CO_(2)is produced in blast furnaces during ironmaking,and thus it is meaningful to use blast furnace slags to capture CO_(2)while addressing the byproducts and flue gas of ironmaking.Mineral carbonation of slags is a promising route to achieve carbon neutrality and effective slag utilization.To exploit slag more effectively and capture CO_(2)in flue gas,an in-depth investigation into the carbonation of blast furnace slags generated with different cooling methods was conducted.The effects of the solid–liquid ratio and introduced CO_(2)concentration on carbonation were determined.The CO_(2)uptake capacity of air-cooled slag(0.04 g/g)was greater than that of water-quenched slag.The CO_(2)uptake capacities of the two slags were comparable with those of slags in previous works,indicating the potential of the two slags for CO_(2)sequestration and utilization even with low-energy input and this fact suggests that this process is feasible.展开更多
The operation furnace profile for the high heat load zone was one of the important factors affecting the stable and high-quality production of the blast furnace,but it was difficult to monitor directly.To address this...The operation furnace profile for the high heat load zone was one of the important factors affecting the stable and high-quality production of the blast furnace,but it was difficult to monitor directly.To address this issue,an online calculation model for the operation furnace profile was proposed based on a dual-driven approach combining data and mechanisms,by integrating mechanism experiment,numerical simulation,and machine learning.The experimentally determined slag layer hanging temperature was 1130℃,and the thermal conductivity ranged from 1.32 to 1.96 m^(2)℃^(-1).Based on the 3D slag-hanging numerical simulation model,a database was constructed,containing 2294 sets of mechanism cases for the slag layer.The fusion of data modeling,heat transfer theory,and expert experience enabled the online calculation of key input variables for the operation furnace profile,particularly the quantification of the“black-box”variable of gas temperature.Simulated data were used as inputs,and light gradient boosting machine was applied to construct the online calculation model for the operation furnace profile.This model facilitated the online calculation of the slag layer thickness and other key indices.The coefficient of determination of the model exceeded 0.98,indicating high accuracy.A slag layer state judgment model was constructed,categorizing states as shedding,too thin,normal,and too thick.Real-time data were applied,and the average slag thickness in the high heat load area of the test data ranged from 40 to 80 mm,which was consistent with field experience.The absolute value of the Pearson correlation coefficient between slag layer thickness,thermocouple temperature,and heat load data was above 0.85,indicating that the calculated results closely aligned with the actual trends.A 3D visual online monitoring system for the operation furnace profile was created,and it has been successfully implemented at the blast furnace site.展开更多
In the traditional blast furnace(BF)ironmaking process in China,a notable deviation exists between the theoretical and actual yield of hot metal,leading to unexpected iron loss and restricting the improvement of produ...In the traditional blast furnace(BF)ironmaking process in China,a notable deviation exists between the theoretical and actual yield of hot metal,leading to unexpected iron loss and restricting the improvement of production capacity,which cannot adapt to the increasingly intensified smelting rhythm.Focusing on a BF in a Chinese steel enterprise,a deep neural network algorithm was designed to model the impact of multiple parameters on actual yield of hot metal in a single BF smelting cycle,successfully accomplishing the theoretical computation and real-time prediction of yield of hot metal for subsequent,unknown BF smelting cycle.Test results show that the proposed algorithm demonstrates an impressive prediction accuracy of 86.7% within an error range of±10 t and can swiftly complete the training and convergence process in 32.5 s.By integrating prediction results with Nomogram,a regulatory mechanism was engineered to minimize the deviation between theoretical and actual yield of hot metal.This mechanism ensures the yield enhancement of hot metal through dynamic adjustments of BF operational parameters.Industrial-scale application experiments confirmed that the intelligent operation and optimization system,developed in the laboratory,can maintain the yield deviation of hot metal within a stable range of 30 t,achieving a maximum reduction in iron loss rate of 17.65%compared to that before system operation.The findings provide robust support for the yield increase and efficiency improvement of the experimental BF.展开更多
Pursuing green,low-carbon ironmaking technology primarily aims to reduce fuel ratios,especially coke ratios.Simultaneously,the reduction in coke ratios causes the coke layer in the blast furnace(BF)to become thinner,d...Pursuing green,low-carbon ironmaking technology primarily aims to reduce fuel ratios,especially coke ratios.Simultaneously,the reduction in coke ratios causes the coke layer in the blast furnace(BF)to become thinner,deteriorating the gas and liquid permeability of the burden column.This exacerbates coke degradation,significantly impacting the smelting process and increasing the demand for high-quality coke.To investigate the existence state of coke in the hearth,a 2500 m3 BF in China was taken as the research object,and three sets of samples at different heights of the hearth were obtained during planned outage.The results indicate that coke undergoes a significant degradation upon reaching the hearth.The proportion of coke particles smaller than 50 mm ranges from 81.22%to 89.50%.The proportion of coke particles larger than 20 mm decreases as the distance from the centerline of the tuyere increases,while the proportion of particles smaller than 10 mm increases with this distance.Additionally,the closer the bottom of the furnace is,the smaller the coke particle size becomes.The composition of slag filling the coke pores is similar to that of the final slag in the blast furnace,and the graphitization of coke is comparable to that of the final slag.The graphitization of coke starts from the surface of coke and leads to the formation of coke fines,and the graphitization degree of−74μm coke fines is the highest.The temperature has an effect on the reaction rate of coke solution loss,and the higher the temperature is,the faster the reaction rate is.展开更多
In a hydrogen-rich blast furnace,an increased coke load accentuates the support skeleton role of coke,particularly in the cohesive and dripping zones following partial dissolution with slag.To investigate the dissolut...In a hydrogen-rich blast furnace,an increased coke load accentuates the support skeleton role of coke,particularly in the cohesive and dripping zones following partial dissolution with slag.To investigate the dissolution behaviours of coke in these regions,coke samples were gasified in a N2-CO-CO_(2)-H_(2)-H_(2)O atmosphere,simulating hydrogen-rich blast furnace conditions.Subsequently,the dissolution of gasified coke with slag containing FeO was analysed.The influence of coke gasification degree and FeO concentration in slag on coke dissolution was examined.The results showed that both higher coke gasification degrees and increased FeO content accelerate coke mass loss and exacerbate surface degradation upon dissolution,while effects on the internal structure of coke remain relatively minor,especially regarding FeO concentration.Additionally,hydrogen-rich gasification raised the graphitisation level of coke,with dissolution further enhancing the graphitisation of gasified coke.展开更多
The dripping zone in a blast furnace plays a crucial role in connecting the cohesive zone with the hearth,and its stability significantly impacts low-carbon smelting processes.Based on a detailed anatomical study of a...The dripping zone in a blast furnace plays a crucial role in connecting the cohesive zone with the hearth,and its stability significantly impacts low-carbon smelting processes.Based on a detailed anatomical study of a 2200-m3 blast furnace in China,it involves core sampling of the furnace dripping zone and uses scanning electron microscopy to investigate the micro-morphology of potassium(K)and sulfur(S)within this region.The formation process of kalsilite(KAlSiO4)and CaS inside the furnace is elucidated.The results show that when potassium vapor rises to the upper area of the dripping zone,some of it adsorbs onto the coke pore walls and reacts with the dripping slag and coke ash to form kalsilite.The formation pathways of CaS differ between upper and lower areas of the dripping zone.It forms mainly from the reaction of slag with SO2 in the gas flow and from the slag–coke interface reaction.The CaS generated from the slag–coke interface reaction is the major source of CaS in the dripping zone.Based on the formation mechanisms of kalsilite and CaS in the dripping zone,it is possible to regulate their formation by adjusting the temperature,slag phase composition,and the content of harmful elements in the raw materials.It provides theoretical insights into the behavior of harmful elements in the blast furnace,offering guidance for steel enterprises to ensure the stable operation of the dripping zone,reduce fuel consumption,and achieve greener production.展开更多
Ladle furnaces are known for their high power consumption,making research on power-saving process crucial.In response to the defect of thin slag thickness in the industrial production of a 120-t ladle furnace at a ste...Ladle furnaces are known for their high power consumption,making research on power-saving process crucial.In response to the defect of thin slag thickness in the industrial production of a 120-t ladle furnace at a steel plant,with its production of ship plate steel DH36 as the focus,experiments involving adding the foaming agent and shifting power delivery gears were conducted.Based on the principle of measuring alternating current by Rogowski coils,the power consumption during the ladle furnace refining process was calculated theoretically,and the actual industrial power consumption matched with it basically,confirming the accuracy of the theoretical calculations.Additionally,the impacts of argon flow rate,foaming agents,and shifting power delivery gears on power consumption were studied.The results showed that adding 0.59 and 0.50 kg/t foaming agents in two batches improved the refining process of the ladle furnace,allowing for effective submerged-arc operations and saving electric energy of 7.2382 kWh per ton of steel.Similarly,utilizing a power supply mode of 7-step short arc during the refining process significantly enhanced the desulfurization rate of molten steel and saved electric energy of 11.6387 kWh per ton of steel.展开更多
Titanium-bearing blast furnace slag(Ti-BFS)is an industrial solid waste rich in titanium,magnesium and aluminum.However,it is difficult to utilize Ti,Mg and Al from Ti-BFS for the strong stability and poor reaction ac...Titanium-bearing blast furnace slag(Ti-BFS)is an industrial solid waste rich in titanium,magnesium and aluminum.However,it is difficult to utilize Ti,Mg and Al from Ti-BFS for the strong stability and poor reaction activity of Ti-BFS.A comprehensive utilization route of Ti,Mg and Al from Ti-BFS was proposed.Ti-BFS was firstly roasted with H_(2)SO_(4)to realizes the conversion of Ti,Mg and Al to their corresponding sulphates.The sulphates were leached by dilute H_(2)SO_(4)solution to extraction Ti,Mg and Al from roasted Ti-BFS.The roasting conditions were optimized as follows,sulfuric acid concentration of 85%(mass),temperature of 200℃,acid-slag ratio of 5.5,particle size of Ti-BFS<75μm,and reaction time of 1 h.The extraction rates of titanium,aluminum,and magnesium reached 82.42%,88.78%and 90.53%,respectively.The leachate was hydrolyzed at 102℃for 5 h with a titanium hydrolysis ratio of 96%.After filtration and calcination,TiO_(2)with a purity of 97%(mass)was obtained.Al in the leachate was converted to NH_(4)Al(SO_(4))_(2)·12H_(2)O by the neutralization of ammonia water at pH=4.5.Al_(2)O_(3) was obtained by the calcination of NH_(4)Al(SO_(4))_(2)·12H_(2)O.The residual solution can be used to prepare products of magnesium sulfate.In the proposed process,Ti,Mg and Al were extracted from Ti-BFS and utilized comprehensively to prepare valuable products.The leaching behavior of roasted Ti-BFS with water was also studied.It followed the unreacted shrinking core model.The apparent activation energy was 26.07 kJ·mol^(-1).This research not only provides a viable method for recovering valuable metals in Ti-BFS,but also provides a strategy to comprehensive utilize the valuable elements in Ti-BFS.展开更多
Heat and mass transfer within an electric arc furnace are strongly influenced by extreme temperatures and complex electromagnetic fields.Variations in temperature distribution play a crucial role in determining melt f...Heat and mass transfer within an electric arc furnace are strongly influenced by extreme temperatures and complex electromagnetic fields.Variations in temperature distribution play a crucial role in determining melt flow patterns and in the formation of stagnant regions,commonly referred to as dead zones.To better understand the internal flow dynamics and thermal behavior of the furnace,this study develops a multiphysics coupled model that integrates fluid heat transfer with Maxwell’s electromagnetic field equations.Numerical simulations are conducted to systematically examine how key operational parameters,such as electric current and arc characteristics,affect the heat transfer performance inside the furnace.The analysis reveals that arc length is the dominant factor governing both current density and heat distribution in the molten bath.Specifically,increasing the arc length from 200 mm to 400 mm results in a 16.1%rise in maximum current density within the titanium slag layer,from 7128 A/m^(2) to 8270 A/m^(2).However,a longer arc also introduces higher interfacial thermal resistance,which impedes heat transfer efficiency and leads to a significant drop in the peak temperature of the titanium slag,from 2618 K to 2125 K.These findings underscore the dual impact of arc length on both electrical and thermal behavior,highlighting the need for careful optimization.展开更多
This research examined the feasibility of incorporating electric arc furnace(EAF)slag and waste plastic into stone matrix asphalt(SMA)mixtures.With annual global production of over 70 million tons of EAF slag and 300 ...This research examined the feasibility of incorporating electric arc furnace(EAF)slag and waste plastic into stone matrix asphalt(SMA)mixtures.With annual global production of over 70 million tons of EAF slag and 300 million tons of plastic waste,repurposing these materials could yield substantial environmental benefits.The research evaluated SMA mixtures with EAF slag as aggregate replacement and waste plastic as a binder modifier.The research aimed to develop sustainable SMA formulations while promoting recycling of industrial byproducts.Laboratory experiments were conducted to evaluate mix design characteristics,drain-down potential,abrasion resistance,rutting resistance,moisture susceptibility,fatigue performance,and stiffness of modified SMA mixtures.The addition of waste plastic,ranging from 4%,6%,8%and 12%by weight of bitumen,demonstrated significant improvements in key properties.Results showed that waste plastic reduced the optimum binder content and increased voids in the mineral aggregate.EAF slag mixtures demonstrated improved drain-down characteristics and moisture susceptibility.Both rutting resistance and fatigue life increased significantly with waste plastic content,with EAF slag mixtures consistently outperforming those made with conventional aggregates.Ultrasonic pulse velocity tests indicated higher stiffness in modified mixtures.The optimal waste plastic content was determined to be 8%by weight of bitumen.Statistical analysis confirmed significant effects of both EAF slag and waste plastic on multiple performance parameters.These findings highlight the potential of incorporating industrial byproducts into SMA mixtures to achieve high-performance road construction solutions,offering a viable pathway for addressing global waste management challenges.展开更多
Resource utilization of metallurgical solid waste is vital for the sustainable development of the steel industry in the context of“dual carbon.”The calcification-carbothermal reduction method was employed to extract...Resource utilization of metallurgical solid waste is vital for the sustainable development of the steel industry in the context of“dual carbon.”The calcification-carbothermal reduction method was employed to extract zinc and iron from electric furnace dust effectively.In this process,calcium oxide reacts with zinc ferrite to form dicalcium ferrite and zinc oxide,which further promotes the effective separation of zinc and iron.However,the addition of pure calcium oxide increases production costs for steel companies.Herein,a new process for dust removal and zinc recovery in electric furnaces has been developed,using electric furnace slag as a calcium agent and mineral trough ash as a reducing agent.Large amounts of dicalcium ferrate phases were detected in the carbothermal reduction products by steel slag synergistic calcification.The reaction mechanism was determined as ZnFe_(2)O_(4)+CaO→Ca_(2)Fe_(2)O_(5)+ZnO→Ca_(2)Fe_(2)O_(5)+Zn(g).Such a two-step reaction path indicated that steel slag can effectively promote the reduction and volatilization of zinc.The experimental optimal roasting parameters were determined as roasting temperature of 1150℃,roasting time of 45 min,calcium to zinc molar ratio of 1.1,and carbon to oxygen molar ratio of 0.8.The mass percentage of added steel slag was recorded as 21.83%,while that of mineral trough ash was 21.85%.Under these conditions,the zinc removal rate above 99%and the metallization rate of pellets of about 75.31%were achieved.Overall,the proposed method looks promising for future efficient separation of zinc and iron in industrial steel slag.展开更多
Currently,chemical furnaces play an important role in the chemical industry.It is necessary to ensure their quality and operation performance,so as to guarantee the efficiency of chemical production.Compared with othe...Currently,chemical furnaces play an important role in the chemical industry.It is necessary to ensure their quality and operation performance,so as to guarantee the efficiency of chemical production.Compared with other furnaces,chemical furnaces have strong particularity,which puts forward higher requirements for the thermal shock resistance of the refractories of furnace linings.This paper studied the thermal shock resistance of the refractories for chemical furnace linings,and proposed measures for improvement,providing experience and technical support for the safe production of chemical enterprises.展开更多
The lining materials for blast furnaces have evolved from brick masonry to monolithic refractory materials.Monolithic castables are widely used in various industrial furnaces.The rapid development of silica sol materi...The lining materials for blast furnaces have evolved from brick masonry to monolithic refractory materials.Monolithic castables are widely used in various industrial furnaces.The rapid development of silica sol materials,combined with the commonly used construction methods of casting and spraying,offers greater flexibility,efficiency,environmental friendliness,and a longer lifespan.Typical monolithic refractory technologies,such as the integral casting technique for the furnace hearth,the pre-applied slag coating technique for the furnace belly and waist,and the inner lining gunning technique,are grounded in scientific theory and practice,thereby advancing the development of refractory materials and enhancing the operational quality of blast furnaces.展开更多
The melt stirring in a large copper smelting oxygen bottom-blown furnace is caused by the large amount of gas movement blown in by two rows of oxygen lances.At present,the two rows of oxygen lances provide oxygen of e...The melt stirring in a large copper smelting oxygen bottom-blown furnace is caused by the large amount of gas movement blown in by two rows of oxygen lances.At present,the two rows of oxygen lances provide oxygen of equal strength,and the stirring in the central area of the melt is insufficient,which restricts the efficient progress of the smelting reaction.This study proposes a strong-weak coupling oxygen supply method and establishes an equivalent model based on a large bottom-blown furnace(LBBF)of an enterprise to simulate the bubble characteristics and flow characteristics of the molten pool.The results show that adjusting the flow ratio between the two rows of oxygen lances can create a“strong”and a“weak”coexisting source of disturbance in an LBBF.It is worth noting that when the flow rate ratio of the two rows of oxygen lances is 1.6,the peak velocity generated by the“strong”distur bance source in the molten pool increases by 18.92%,and the disturbance range increases.This method effectively strengthens the stirring in the central area of the molten pool,improves smelting efficiency,and does not produce harmful melt splashes.It provides important guidance for optimizing production practice.展开更多
To study the combustion behavior of municipal solid waste(MSW)in blast furnace,the combustion process within the raceway was simulated using computational fluid dynamics.Based on the parameters of an actual blast furn...To study the combustion behavior of municipal solid waste(MSW)in blast furnace,the combustion process within the raceway was simulated using computational fluid dynamics.Based on the parameters of an actual blast furnace,a three-dimensional model including coal lance,blowpipe,tuyere,and raceway was established.The model was then used to compare the combustion characteristics of pulverized coal and MSW in the raceway and to investigate the effects of blast temperature and particle size on the combustion characteristics of MSW in the raceway.The results showed that MSW combusted more rapidly,achieving a maximum temperature of 3839 K in the raceway,comparing to 2974 K during pulverized coal injection.However,the average temperature during MSW injection was 1790 K,which was 73 K lower than that of pulverized coal injection.The maximum velocity during MSW injection was 120 m/s,lower than 188 m/s obtained during pulverized coal injection.MSW could be completely burned out in the middle of the raceway,while the burnout of pulverized coal at this position was only 50%.The combustion effect of MSW makes no difference when the blast temperature increased from 1273 to 1673 K,due to its excellent combustion characteristic.When the MSW particle size was increased from 0.074 to 2 mm,the burnout was 75%,which was still higher than that of pulverized coal injection with a particle size of 0.074 mm.However,injecting larger-sized fuel might increase the risk of tuyere wear.To ensure stable furnace conditions and great combustion,a blast temperature of 1473 K and a MSW particle size of about 1 mm will be better.展开更多
基金financial support provided by the Natural Science Foundation of Hebei Province,China(No.E2024105036)the Tangshan Talent Funding Project,China(Nos.B202302007 and A2021110015)+1 种基金the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.52264042)the Australian Research Council(No.IH230100010)。
文摘Automated classification of gas flow states in blast furnaces using top-camera imagery typically demands a large volume of labeled data,whose manual annotation is both labor-intensive and cost-prohibitive.To mitigate this challenge,we present an enhanced semi-supervised learning approach based on the Mean Teacher framework,incorporating a novel feature loss module to maximize classification performance with limited labeled samples.The model studies show that the proposed model surpasses both the baseline Mean Teacher model and fully supervised method in accuracy.Specifically,for datasets with 20%,30%,and 40%label ratios,using a single training iteration,the model yields accuracies of 78.61%,82.21%,and 85.2%,respectively,while multiple-cycle training iterations achieves 82.09%,81.97%,and 81.59%,respectively.Furthermore,scenario-specific training schemes are introduced to support diverse deployment need.These findings highlight the potential of the proposed technique in minimizing labeling requirements and advancing intelligent blast furnace diagnostics.
基金financial support from the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.52174328)the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities of Central South University(No.2024ZZTS0062).
文摘The iron and steel industry,standing as a quintessential manufacture example with high consumption,pollution and emissions,faces significant environmental and sustainable development challenges.Electric arc furnace(EAF)steelmaking process mainly uses scrap as raw material and is characterized by environmentally friendly and recyclable process.However,the further development of EAF route in China is limited by the reserve,supply,availability and quality of scrap resource.Direct reduced iron(DRI)is one of typical low-carbon and clean charges,which can effectively make up for the adverse effects caused by the lack of scrap.The physical and chemical properties,classifications,and production technologies of DRI are firstly reviewed.In particular,the reducing gas types,reduction temperature,and reduction mechanism of the DRI production with gas-based shaft furnace(SF)technology are detailed.Considering the crucial role played by DRI application in EAF,the influences of DRI addition on EAF smelting rules and operations including the blending and charging process,heat transfer and melting in molten bath,slag formation operation,refractory corrosion,and slag system evolution are then further discussed.Finally,the comparative analysis and assessment of the consumption level of material and energy as well as the cleaner production both covering the clean chemical composition of molten steel and the clean environment impact in EAF steelmaking with DRI charged are conducted.From perspectives of metallurgical process engineering,a suitable route of hydrogen generation and application(from coke oven gas,methanol,and clean energy power),CO_(2) capture and utilization integrated with SF–EAF process is proposed.In view of the difficulties in large-scale DRI application in EAF,the follow-up work should focus on the investigation of DRI charging and melting,slag system evolution and molten pool reaction rules,as well as the developments of the DRI standardized use technology and intelligent batching and control models.
基金financially supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.51904026)the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities(No.06500108)。
文摘Hydrogen displays the potential to partially replace pulverized coal injection(PCI)in the blast furnace,and it can reduce CO_(2)emissions.In this paper,a three-dimensional mathematical model of hydrogen and pulverized coal co-injection in blast furnace tuyere was established through numerical simulation,and the effect of hydrogen injection and oxygen enrichment interaction on pulverized coal combustion and raceway smelting was investigated.The simulation results indicate that when the coal injection rate decreased from 36 to 30t/h and the hydrogen injection increased from 0 to 3600 m^(3)/h,the CO_(2)emissions decreased from 1860 to 1551 kg/t,which represents a16.6%reduction,and the pulverized coal burnout decreased from 70.1%to 63.7%.The heat released from hydrogen combustion can not only promote the volatilization of pulverized coal but also affect the combustion reaction between volatilization and oxygen,which resulted in a decrease in the temperature at the end of the raceway.Co-injection of hydrogen with PCI increased the wall temperature near the upper half part of the raceway and at the outlet of the tuyere,which required a high cooling efficiency to extend the service life of the blast furnace.The increase in oxygen level compensated for the decreased average temperature in the raceway due to hydrogen injection.The increase in the oxygen content by 3%while maintaining constant hydrogen and PCI injection rates increased the burnout and average raceway temperature by 4.2%and 43 K,respectively.The mole fraction of CO and H_(2) production increased by 0.04 and 0.02,respectively.Burnout can be improved through optimization of the particle size distribution of pulverized coal.
基金financially supported by National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant.22076189)National Key Research and Development Program of China(No.2023YFC3707003)the Joint Fund of Yulin University and Dalian National Laboratory for Clean Energy(Grant.YLU-DNL Fund 2022003).
文摘Blast furnace gas(BFG)is an important by-product energy for the iron and steel industry and has been widely used for heating or electricity generation.However,the undesirable contaminants in BFG(especially H_(2)S)generate harmful environmental emissions.The desulfurization of BFG is urgent for integrated steel plants due to the stringent ultra-low emission standards.Compared with other desulfurization materials,zeolite-based adsorbents represent a viable option with low costs and long service life.In this study,an ammonia-induced CuO modified 13X adsorbent(NH_(3)–CuO/13X)was prepared for H_(2)S removal from simulated BFG at low temperature.The XRD,H_(2)-TPR and TEM analysis proved that smaller CuO particles were formed and the dispersion of Cu on the surface of 13X zeolite was improved via the induction of ammonia.Evaluation on H_(2)S adsorption performance of the adsorbent was carried out using simulated BFG,and the results showed that NH_(3)–CuO/13X-3 has better breakthrough sulfur capacity,which was more than twice the sulfur capacity of CuO/13X.It is proposed that the enhanced desulfurization performance of NH_(3)–CuO/13X is attributed to an abundant pore of 13X,and combined action of 13X and CuO.This work provided an effective way to improve the sulfur capacity of zeolite-based adsorbents via impregnation method by ammonia induction.
基金financially supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.52078142).
文摘Leachate sludge,a byproduct of municipal solid waste leachate treated through biochemical processes,is characterized by high water content(761.1%)and significant organic matter content(71.2%).Cement that is commonly used for solidifying leachate sludge has shown limited effectiveness.To address this issue,an alkali-activated ground-granulated blast-furnace slag(GGBS)geopolymer blended with polypropylene fibers was developed to solidify leachate sludge.Moreover,unconfined compressive strength(UCS),immersion,as well as X-ray diffraction(XRD),Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy(FTIR),and scanning electron microscope(SEM)tests were conducted to investigate the solidification effect and mechanism of the GGBS-based geopolymer and fibers on leachate sludge.The results showed that:the 28-d UCS of the solidified sludge with 20%and 30%GGBS is 0.35 MPa and 1.85 MPa,and decreases to 0.18 MPa and 1.13 MPa,respectively,after soaked in water for 28 d.Notably,the UCS of the solidified sludge with 30%GGBS satisfied the strength requirement of roadbed materials.Polypropylene fibers significantly enhanced the strength,ductility and water stability of the solidified sludge,with an optimal fiber content of 0.3%.Alkali-activated GGBS geopolymer generated three-dimensional,cross-linked geopolymeric gels within the solidified sludge,cementing sludge particles and filling intergranular pores to form a stable cementitious structure,thereby achieving effective solidification.Furthermore,incorporating polypropylene fibers improved the bonding and anchoring effect between fiber and solidified sludge,constrained lateral deformation of the solidified sludge,restricted crack propagation,and enhanced engineering performance of the solidified leachate sludge.
基金supported by the Science and Technology Research Partnership for Sustainable Development(SATREPS)。
文摘The iron and steel industries generate large amounts of unavoidable CO_(2)emissions as well as considerable quantities of slags.More than one-half of the emitted CO_(2)is produced in blast furnaces during ironmaking,and thus it is meaningful to use blast furnace slags to capture CO_(2)while addressing the byproducts and flue gas of ironmaking.Mineral carbonation of slags is a promising route to achieve carbon neutrality and effective slag utilization.To exploit slag more effectively and capture CO_(2)in flue gas,an in-depth investigation into the carbonation of blast furnace slags generated with different cooling methods was conducted.The effects of the solid–liquid ratio and introduced CO_(2)concentration on carbonation were determined.The CO_(2)uptake capacity of air-cooled slag(0.04 g/g)was greater than that of water-quenched slag.The CO_(2)uptake capacities of the two slags were comparable with those of slags in previous works,indicating the potential of the two slags for CO_(2)sequestration and utilization even with low-energy input and this fact suggests that this process is feasible.
基金financially supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant Nos.52404343 and 52274326)the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities(Grant Nos.N2425031 and N25BJD007)+1 种基金the China Postdoctoral Science Foundation(Grant No.2024M760370)the Liaoning Province Science and Technology Plan Joint Program(Key Research and Development Program Project)(Grant No.2023JH2/101800058).
文摘The operation furnace profile for the high heat load zone was one of the important factors affecting the stable and high-quality production of the blast furnace,but it was difficult to monitor directly.To address this issue,an online calculation model for the operation furnace profile was proposed based on a dual-driven approach combining data and mechanisms,by integrating mechanism experiment,numerical simulation,and machine learning.The experimentally determined slag layer hanging temperature was 1130℃,and the thermal conductivity ranged from 1.32 to 1.96 m^(2)℃^(-1).Based on the 3D slag-hanging numerical simulation model,a database was constructed,containing 2294 sets of mechanism cases for the slag layer.The fusion of data modeling,heat transfer theory,and expert experience enabled the online calculation of key input variables for the operation furnace profile,particularly the quantification of the“black-box”variable of gas temperature.Simulated data were used as inputs,and light gradient boosting machine was applied to construct the online calculation model for the operation furnace profile.This model facilitated the online calculation of the slag layer thickness and other key indices.The coefficient of determination of the model exceeded 0.98,indicating high accuracy.A slag layer state judgment model was constructed,categorizing states as shedding,too thin,normal,and too thick.Real-time data were applied,and the average slag thickness in the high heat load area of the test data ranged from 40 to 80 mm,which was consistent with field experience.The absolute value of the Pearson correlation coefficient between slag layer thickness,thermocouple temperature,and heat load data was above 0.85,indicating that the calculated results closely aligned with the actual trends.A 3D visual online monitoring system for the operation furnace profile was created,and it has been successfully implemented at the blast furnace site.
基金the financial supports from the National Natural Science Foundation of China(52004096)Natural Science Foundation of Hebei Province(E2024209101)+2 种基金Hebei Province Science and Technology R&D Platform Construction Project(23560301D)Tangshan Science and Technology Bureau Project(23130202E)Graduate Student Innovation Fund of North China University of Science and Technology(CXZZBS2025150).
文摘In the traditional blast furnace(BF)ironmaking process in China,a notable deviation exists between the theoretical and actual yield of hot metal,leading to unexpected iron loss and restricting the improvement of production capacity,which cannot adapt to the increasingly intensified smelting rhythm.Focusing on a BF in a Chinese steel enterprise,a deep neural network algorithm was designed to model the impact of multiple parameters on actual yield of hot metal in a single BF smelting cycle,successfully accomplishing the theoretical computation and real-time prediction of yield of hot metal for subsequent,unknown BF smelting cycle.Test results show that the proposed algorithm demonstrates an impressive prediction accuracy of 86.7% within an error range of±10 t and can swiftly complete the training and convergence process in 32.5 s.By integrating prediction results with Nomogram,a regulatory mechanism was engineered to minimize the deviation between theoretical and actual yield of hot metal.This mechanism ensures the yield enhancement of hot metal through dynamic adjustments of BF operational parameters.Industrial-scale application experiments confirmed that the intelligent operation and optimization system,developed in the laboratory,can maintain the yield deviation of hot metal within a stable range of 30 t,achieving a maximum reduction in iron loss rate of 17.65%compared to that before system operation.The findings provide robust support for the yield increase and efficiency improvement of the experimental BF.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.U1960205)China Baowu Low Carbon Metallurgy Innovation Foundation(Grant Nos.BWLCF202101 and BWLCF202104)China Minmetals Science and Technology Special Plan Foundation(Grant No.2020ZXA01).
文摘Pursuing green,low-carbon ironmaking technology primarily aims to reduce fuel ratios,especially coke ratios.Simultaneously,the reduction in coke ratios causes the coke layer in the blast furnace(BF)to become thinner,deteriorating the gas and liquid permeability of the burden column.This exacerbates coke degradation,significantly impacting the smelting process and increasing the demand for high-quality coke.To investigate the existence state of coke in the hearth,a 2500 m3 BF in China was taken as the research object,and three sets of samples at different heights of the hearth were obtained during planned outage.The results indicate that coke undergoes a significant degradation upon reaching the hearth.The proportion of coke particles smaller than 50 mm ranges from 81.22%to 89.50%.The proportion of coke particles larger than 20 mm decreases as the distance from the centerline of the tuyere increases,while the proportion of particles smaller than 10 mm increases with this distance.Additionally,the closer the bottom of the furnace is,the smaller the coke particle size becomes.The composition of slag filling the coke pores is similar to that of the final slag in the blast furnace,and the graphitization of coke is comparable to that of the final slag.The graphitization of coke starts from the surface of coke and leads to the formation of coke fines,and the graphitization degree of−74μm coke fines is the highest.The temperature has an effect on the reaction rate of coke solution loss,and the higher the temperature is,the faster the reaction rate is.
基金the financial support provided by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.52174300 and 52404340)Science and Technology Innovation Key R&D Program of Chongqing,China(No.CSTB2024TIAD-STX0009)+3 种基金The Science and Technology Research Program of Chongqing Municipal Education Commission(No.KJQN202401507)Chongqing Talent Plan Project(cstc2021ycjh-bgzxm0211)Natural Science Foundation of Chongqing,China(No.CSTB2024NSCQ-LZX0052)Chongqing Doctoral“Through Train”Project(No.sl202100000343).
文摘In a hydrogen-rich blast furnace,an increased coke load accentuates the support skeleton role of coke,particularly in the cohesive and dripping zones following partial dissolution with slag.To investigate the dissolution behaviours of coke in these regions,coke samples were gasified in a N2-CO-CO_(2)-H_(2)-H_(2)O atmosphere,simulating hydrogen-rich blast furnace conditions.Subsequently,the dissolution of gasified coke with slag containing FeO was analysed.The influence of coke gasification degree and FeO concentration in slag on coke dissolution was examined.The results showed that both higher coke gasification degrees and increased FeO content accelerate coke mass loss and exacerbate surface degradation upon dissolution,while effects on the internal structure of coke remain relatively minor,especially regarding FeO concentration.Additionally,hydrogen-rich gasification raised the graphitisation level of coke,with dissolution further enhancing the graphitisation of gasified coke.
基金financially supported by Key Laboratory of Metallurgical Industry Safety and Risk Prevention and Control,Ministry of Emergency Management,and the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities(No.FRF-IDRY-22-021]).
文摘The dripping zone in a blast furnace plays a crucial role in connecting the cohesive zone with the hearth,and its stability significantly impacts low-carbon smelting processes.Based on a detailed anatomical study of a 2200-m3 blast furnace in China,it involves core sampling of the furnace dripping zone and uses scanning electron microscopy to investigate the micro-morphology of potassium(K)and sulfur(S)within this region.The formation process of kalsilite(KAlSiO4)and CaS inside the furnace is elucidated.The results show that when potassium vapor rises to the upper area of the dripping zone,some of it adsorbs onto the coke pore walls and reacts with the dripping slag and coke ash to form kalsilite.The formation pathways of CaS differ between upper and lower areas of the dripping zone.It forms mainly from the reaction of slag with SO2 in the gas flow and from the slag–coke interface reaction.The CaS generated from the slag–coke interface reaction is the major source of CaS in the dripping zone.Based on the formation mechanisms of kalsilite and CaS in the dripping zone,it is possible to regulate their formation by adjusting the temperature,slag phase composition,and the content of harmful elements in the raw materials.It provides theoretical insights into the behavior of harmful elements in the blast furnace,offering guidance for steel enterprises to ensure the stable operation of the dripping zone,reduce fuel consumption,and achieve greener production.
基金The authors gratefully express their appreciation to the National Natural Science Foundation of China(51834002)for sponsoring this work.
文摘Ladle furnaces are known for their high power consumption,making research on power-saving process crucial.In response to the defect of thin slag thickness in the industrial production of a 120-t ladle furnace at a steel plant,with its production of ship plate steel DH36 as the focus,experiments involving adding the foaming agent and shifting power delivery gears were conducted.Based on the principle of measuring alternating current by Rogowski coils,the power consumption during the ladle furnace refining process was calculated theoretically,and the actual industrial power consumption matched with it basically,confirming the accuracy of the theoretical calculations.Additionally,the impacts of argon flow rate,foaming agents,and shifting power delivery gears on power consumption were studied.The results showed that adding 0.59 and 0.50 kg/t foaming agents in two batches improved the refining process of the ladle furnace,allowing for effective submerged-arc operations and saving electric energy of 7.2382 kWh per ton of steel.Similarly,utilizing a power supply mode of 7-step short arc during the refining process significantly enhanced the desulfurization rate of molten steel and saved electric energy of 11.6387 kWh per ton of steel.
基金the Pangang Group Company Limited for its financial supportthe support from the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities(SCU2024D009)。
文摘Titanium-bearing blast furnace slag(Ti-BFS)is an industrial solid waste rich in titanium,magnesium and aluminum.However,it is difficult to utilize Ti,Mg and Al from Ti-BFS for the strong stability and poor reaction activity of Ti-BFS.A comprehensive utilization route of Ti,Mg and Al from Ti-BFS was proposed.Ti-BFS was firstly roasted with H_(2)SO_(4)to realizes the conversion of Ti,Mg and Al to their corresponding sulphates.The sulphates were leached by dilute H_(2)SO_(4)solution to extraction Ti,Mg and Al from roasted Ti-BFS.The roasting conditions were optimized as follows,sulfuric acid concentration of 85%(mass),temperature of 200℃,acid-slag ratio of 5.5,particle size of Ti-BFS<75μm,and reaction time of 1 h.The extraction rates of titanium,aluminum,and magnesium reached 82.42%,88.78%and 90.53%,respectively.The leachate was hydrolyzed at 102℃for 5 h with a titanium hydrolysis ratio of 96%.After filtration and calcination,TiO_(2)with a purity of 97%(mass)was obtained.Al in the leachate was converted to NH_(4)Al(SO_(4))_(2)·12H_(2)O by the neutralization of ammonia water at pH=4.5.Al_(2)O_(3) was obtained by the calcination of NH_(4)Al(SO_(4))_(2)·12H_(2)O.The residual solution can be used to prepare products of magnesium sulfate.In the proposed process,Ti,Mg and Al were extracted from Ti-BFS and utilized comprehensively to prepare valuable products.The leaching behavior of roasted Ti-BFS with water was also studied.It followed the unreacted shrinking core model.The apparent activation energy was 26.07 kJ·mol^(-1).This research not only provides a viable method for recovering valuable metals in Ti-BFS,but also provides a strategy to comprehensive utilize the valuable elements in Ti-BFS.
基金support from National Natural Science Foundation of China under Contract(NO.51966005)Yunnan Fundamental Research Projects(NO.202301AT070469)Yunnan Major Scientific and Technological Projects(NO.202202AG050002).
文摘Heat and mass transfer within an electric arc furnace are strongly influenced by extreme temperatures and complex electromagnetic fields.Variations in temperature distribution play a crucial role in determining melt flow patterns and in the formation of stagnant regions,commonly referred to as dead zones.To better understand the internal flow dynamics and thermal behavior of the furnace,this study develops a multiphysics coupled model that integrates fluid heat transfer with Maxwell’s electromagnetic field equations.Numerical simulations are conducted to systematically examine how key operational parameters,such as electric current and arc characteristics,affect the heat transfer performance inside the furnace.The analysis reveals that arc length is the dominant factor governing both current density and heat distribution in the molten bath.Specifically,increasing the arc length from 200 mm to 400 mm results in a 16.1%rise in maximum current density within the titanium slag layer,from 7128 A/m^(2) to 8270 A/m^(2).However,a longer arc also introduces higher interfacial thermal resistance,which impedes heat transfer efficiency and leads to a significant drop in the peak temperature of the titanium slag,from 2618 K to 2125 K.These findings underscore the dual impact of arc length on both electrical and thermal behavior,highlighting the need for careful optimization.
文摘This research examined the feasibility of incorporating electric arc furnace(EAF)slag and waste plastic into stone matrix asphalt(SMA)mixtures.With annual global production of over 70 million tons of EAF slag and 300 million tons of plastic waste,repurposing these materials could yield substantial environmental benefits.The research evaluated SMA mixtures with EAF slag as aggregate replacement and waste plastic as a binder modifier.The research aimed to develop sustainable SMA formulations while promoting recycling of industrial byproducts.Laboratory experiments were conducted to evaluate mix design characteristics,drain-down potential,abrasion resistance,rutting resistance,moisture susceptibility,fatigue performance,and stiffness of modified SMA mixtures.The addition of waste plastic,ranging from 4%,6%,8%and 12%by weight of bitumen,demonstrated significant improvements in key properties.Results showed that waste plastic reduced the optimum binder content and increased voids in the mineral aggregate.EAF slag mixtures demonstrated improved drain-down characteristics and moisture susceptibility.Both rutting resistance and fatigue life increased significantly with waste plastic content,with EAF slag mixtures consistently outperforming those made with conventional aggregates.Ultrasonic pulse velocity tests indicated higher stiffness in modified mixtures.The optimal waste plastic content was determined to be 8%by weight of bitumen.Statistical analysis confirmed significant effects of both EAF slag and waste plastic on multiple performance parameters.These findings highlight the potential of incorporating industrial byproducts into SMA mixtures to achieve high-performance road construction solutions,offering a viable pathway for addressing global waste management challenges.
基金the support from Graduate Student Scientific Research Innovation Projects in Jiangsu Province(KYCX22_3804)Natural Science Foundation of Jiangsu Province(No.BK20210888).
文摘Resource utilization of metallurgical solid waste is vital for the sustainable development of the steel industry in the context of“dual carbon.”The calcification-carbothermal reduction method was employed to extract zinc and iron from electric furnace dust effectively.In this process,calcium oxide reacts with zinc ferrite to form dicalcium ferrite and zinc oxide,which further promotes the effective separation of zinc and iron.However,the addition of pure calcium oxide increases production costs for steel companies.Herein,a new process for dust removal and zinc recovery in electric furnaces has been developed,using electric furnace slag as a calcium agent and mineral trough ash as a reducing agent.Large amounts of dicalcium ferrate phases were detected in the carbothermal reduction products by steel slag synergistic calcification.The reaction mechanism was determined as ZnFe_(2)O_(4)+CaO→Ca_(2)Fe_(2)O_(5)+ZnO→Ca_(2)Fe_(2)O_(5)+Zn(g).Such a two-step reaction path indicated that steel slag can effectively promote the reduction and volatilization of zinc.The experimental optimal roasting parameters were determined as roasting temperature of 1150℃,roasting time of 45 min,calcium to zinc molar ratio of 1.1,and carbon to oxygen molar ratio of 0.8.The mass percentage of added steel slag was recorded as 21.83%,while that of mineral trough ash was 21.85%.Under these conditions,the zinc removal rate above 99%and the metallization rate of pellets of about 75.31%were achieved.Overall,the proposed method looks promising for future efficient separation of zinc and iron in industrial steel slag.
文摘Currently,chemical furnaces play an important role in the chemical industry.It is necessary to ensure their quality and operation performance,so as to guarantee the efficiency of chemical production.Compared with other furnaces,chemical furnaces have strong particularity,which puts forward higher requirements for the thermal shock resistance of the refractories of furnace linings.This paper studied the thermal shock resistance of the refractories for chemical furnace linings,and proposed measures for improvement,providing experience and technical support for the safe production of chemical enterprises.
文摘The lining materials for blast furnaces have evolved from brick masonry to monolithic refractory materials.Monolithic castables are widely used in various industrial furnaces.The rapid development of silica sol materials,combined with the commonly used construction methods of casting and spraying,offers greater flexibility,efficiency,environmental friendliness,and a longer lifespan.Typical monolithic refractory technologies,such as the integral casting technique for the furnace hearth,the pre-applied slag coating technique for the furnace belly and waist,and the inner lining gunning technique,are grounded in scientific theory and practice,thereby advancing the development of refractory materials and enhancing the operational quality of blast furnaces.
基金Project(2022YFC3901501)supported by the National Key R&D Program of ChinaProject(U20A20273)supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China+1 种基金Project(2022JJ10078)supported by the Natural Science Foundation for Distinguished Young Scholars of Hunan Province,ChinaProject(2021RC3005)supported by the Science and Technology Innovation Program of Hunan Province,China。
文摘The melt stirring in a large copper smelting oxygen bottom-blown furnace is caused by the large amount of gas movement blown in by two rows of oxygen lances.At present,the two rows of oxygen lances provide oxygen of equal strength,and the stirring in the central area of the melt is insufficient,which restricts the efficient progress of the smelting reaction.This study proposes a strong-weak coupling oxygen supply method and establishes an equivalent model based on a large bottom-blown furnace(LBBF)of an enterprise to simulate the bubble characteristics and flow characteristics of the molten pool.The results show that adjusting the flow ratio between the two rows of oxygen lances can create a“strong”and a“weak”coexisting source of disturbance in an LBBF.It is worth noting that when the flow rate ratio of the two rows of oxygen lances is 1.6,the peak velocity generated by the“strong”distur bance source in the molten pool increases by 18.92%,and the disturbance range increases.This method effectively strengthens the stirring in the central area of the molten pool,improves smelting efficiency,and does not produce harmful melt splashes.It provides important guidance for optimizing production practice.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.51804024 and 52474342)the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities(No.FRF-IC-20-09)the State Key Laboratory of Advanced Metallurgy of University of Science and Technology Beijing(No.41621002).
文摘To study the combustion behavior of municipal solid waste(MSW)in blast furnace,the combustion process within the raceway was simulated using computational fluid dynamics.Based on the parameters of an actual blast furnace,a three-dimensional model including coal lance,blowpipe,tuyere,and raceway was established.The model was then used to compare the combustion characteristics of pulverized coal and MSW in the raceway and to investigate the effects of blast temperature and particle size on the combustion characteristics of MSW in the raceway.The results showed that MSW combusted more rapidly,achieving a maximum temperature of 3839 K in the raceway,comparing to 2974 K during pulverized coal injection.However,the average temperature during MSW injection was 1790 K,which was 73 K lower than that of pulverized coal injection.The maximum velocity during MSW injection was 120 m/s,lower than 188 m/s obtained during pulverized coal injection.MSW could be completely burned out in the middle of the raceway,while the burnout of pulverized coal at this position was only 50%.The combustion effect of MSW makes no difference when the blast temperature increased from 1273 to 1673 K,due to its excellent combustion characteristic.When the MSW particle size was increased from 0.074 to 2 mm,the burnout was 75%,which was still higher than that of pulverized coal injection with a particle size of 0.074 mm.However,injecting larger-sized fuel might increase the risk of tuyere wear.To ensure stable furnace conditions and great combustion,a blast temperature of 1473 K and a MSW particle size of about 1 mm will be better.
