Sintering Technologies
摘要
This chapter examines the process of iron ore sintering bringing together considerations such as its various types, designs, and how efficiently the product is manufactured. The chapter starts with a description of the widely used methods like Dwight-Lloyd, straight and circular sintering methods along with the concepts and benefits that each of the processes presents. It offers a vivid account of the sintering equipments such as sinter machines, burners, and cooling arrangements, and stresses their importance in effective sintering. The chapter provides a discussion of the various sintering techniques available, the effectiveness of products obtained and the amount of energy required in production, and more importantly cost of obtaining sintered products. Finally, it highlights the factors that have impacted the quality and level of emissions for instance the recent changes to sintering technologies. This chapter would benefit readers wishing to update themselves on the new developments in the field of iron ore sintering technologies.