PROSPECT FOR INNOVATIVE REFINING PROCESS IN THE 21st CENTURY

This paper discusses various subjects of study aimed at developing innovative refining processes in the 21st century, focusing on cost reduction, the production of high-quality steel, and environmental conservation. The primary objective is to identify necessary advancements in refining reactors that facilitate highly efficient mixing and separation of different phases. To accomplish this, the authors stress the importance of applying electromagnetic and ultrasound energies, as well as controlling flow fields, which are essential for creating these advanced reactors. Additionally, key objectives for innovation include improving productivity, energy saving, and enhancing refining capabilities to achieve significant reductions in impurities such as phosphorus, sulfur, oxygen, and nitrogen. Furthermore, the paper addresses environmental concerns, including CO2, SOx, NOx emissions, and waste management. Achieving a higher efficiency and speed of refining processes that are friendly to resources and the environment is crucial for the future of refining technology. The authors conclude that incorporating these new technologies will lead to the establishment of innovative refining processes within the early years of the 21st century.