Optimisation of Reverts Usage on Sintering Processes and Impact on the Sinter Quality

An experimental study into the mechanisms of sintering processes and production by utilising additives

Master thesis (2020)

Authors

S.A. Baran Civil Engineering & Geosciences

Contributors

Yanping Xiao (supervisor 1)
Y. Yang (OLD) MSE-3 (supervisor 1)
M.W.N. Buxton Resource Engineering - CEG (supervisor 1)
Y. Xiao (OLD) MSE-3 (supervisor 1)
Faculty
Civil Engineering & Geosciences
Copyright: © 2020 Selcuk Baran
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Published Date

31-03-2020

Language

English

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Faculty

Civil Engineering & Geosciences

Abstract

Utilisation of reverts in sinter production is nonetheless challenging considering physical and chemical characteristics: physical by means of presence of extreme amount of fine material (<1mm) and chemical in terms of heavy metals, alkalis and uneven distribution of materials. Poor granulation, affecting permeability and degrading of cold strength of produced sinter are negatively influencing sinter processes. On the other hand, reverts contain valuable materials as carbon- and iron-bearing materials, and can affect the sinter process positively. Steelmaking companies generate large quantities of reverts, however the impact of reverts on sinter processes and sinter quality is not fully investigated. With this in mind, this study investigates the impact of revert blends utilised in sinter blend on sinter processes and quality.