Smelting in cupola furnace for recarburization of direct reduction iron (DRI)
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https://doi.org/10.3989/revmetalm.052Keywords:
Cupola furnace, Direct reduction, Recarburization, Silicon, SlagAbstract
Herein the synthesis of iron-carbon saturated alloys (foundries) melting in cupola furnaces from direct reduction iron is described. The fundamentals are reviewed and combinations undertaken are discussed along with their results, including conclusions and recommendations for follow up.
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