Chemical Looping for Electric Arc Furnace (Steelmaking) Decarbonization

This project will investigate the feasibility of applying fixed-bed chemical looping as a technology for off-gas cleanup and heat recovery from a conventional steelmaking process. Investigation will consist of thermodynamic studies and material selection, numerical investigation of system dynamics using a specialized process model, and experimental investigation for a bench-scale proof of concept. Experimental results will support improvements to the process model to allow for better scaling, supporting the potential development of pilot-scale facilities. At the full scale this can offer up to a 30% reduction in energy intensity. Collaboration will support the development of a new lab apparatus in Canada for steelmaking research and other applications. In the United Kingdom the work will support ongoing research with an international project to reduce steelmaking emissions.

Faculty Supervisor:

Michael Pegg;Jan Haelssig

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Partner:

University of Manchester

Discipline:

Engineering

Sector:

Education

University:

Dalhousie University

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