This unique book presents an in-depth analysis of all the emerging ironmaking processes, supplementing the conventional blast furnace method

Introduction. Kinetics of Iron Oxide Reduction. Coal Based DR Processes Using Rotary Kilns. Coal-Based DR Processes Using Shaft Furnaces. Gas-Based DR Processes. Current Status and Future Outlook of DR. Smelting Reduction Processes. Important Features of SR Processes. Alternative Avenues of Ironmaking. Use of DRI/HBI and SR/MBF Hot Metal in Iron- and Steelmaking. The Future Beyond the Blast Furnace. References. Index.