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What is the primary purpose of deoxidation in secondary steelmaking?

  • To enhance the thermal conductivity of steel
  • To increase the carbon content of the steel
  • To remove excess oxygen before casting (correct)
  • To incorporate additional alloying elements

Which element has the lowest deoxidation capacity in steelmaking?

  • Carbon (correct)
  • Silicon
  • Manganese
  • Aluminium

What is a key objective of secondary steelmaking regarding hydrogen?

  • To add hydrogen for enhanced strength
  • To monitor hydrogen as a reactive component
  • To increase hydrogen content for improved ductility
  • To remove hydrogen to very low levels (correct)

Which of the following is NOT a method of secondary refining in steelmaking?

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What happens during the deoxidation process in the ladle?

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What is the minimum percentage of iron (Fe) required for pellets classified as blast furnace grade?

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Which parameter has a maximum specification of 5% for pellets?

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What is the maximum allowable moisture content for pellets during monsoon?

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What is the minimum Tumble index required, according to the tumbler test?

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Which of the following represents the correct basicity specification for pellets?

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What is the maximum limit for the size fraction of pellets that fall within -5mm?

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What is the minimum compressive strength of a pellet?

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Which property of coking coal indicates a better quality with lower values?

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What does the Free Swelling Index (FSI) measure?

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What is the maximum swelling percentage permitted in high-quality pellets?

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Which of the following is NOT a source of Indigenous coking coal?

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Inherent moisture in coal is associated with which characteristic?

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The Mean Max Reflectance (MMR) helps in determining which aspect of coal?

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Which test measures the rheological properties of coal?

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Imported coking coals are named after which criterion?

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What does the Gieseler Fluidity test NOT provide information about?

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What factor should be maximized to produce sinter at a lower cost?

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Which of the following is NOT an advantage of sintering?

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What is the role of super fluxed sinter in blast furnaces?

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Which piece of equipment is used specifically for lifting coke?

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How does sintering improve blast furnace operation?

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What should be maintained to control dust pollution in the sinter plant?

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Which parameter should ideally be low to optimize sinter production?

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What is the significance of the higher softening temperature of sinter?

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What is the minimum percentage of crushed coke used in the base mix preparation?

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Which raw material is utilized as a substitution for Blast Furnace grade Lime Stone?

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What type of material is screened out and sent to the blast furnace as nut coke?

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Which of the following customers would not use base mix?

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How does RMHP/OHP/OB&BP minimize undersize in iron ore lump?

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What is one of the safety measures recommended in RMHP/OHP/OB&BP?

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What primary benefit does centralized raw material facility provide?

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What percentage of metallurgical waste is used in base mix preparation?

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What is the maximum moisture content indicated for Coke Breeze?

<p>15% (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which equipment is primarily used for mechanized unloading of wagons?

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What does the Screening Unit primarily do in the process flow?

<p>Screens to acquire desired size material (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following materials is NOT indicated as part of the raw mix from mines?

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What is the primary function of the Belt Conveyors in the material handling process?

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What is crucial for the successful operation of material handling systems according to logistics?

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Which equipment is used specifically for reclaiming materials from beds?

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Which type of raw material has a fixed composition relating to Coke Breeze?

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Flashcards

Pellet

A small, solid piece of material used in a blast furnace for iron production. It is made up of iron oxides, usually in the form of green balls.

Pellet Quality

The quality of a pellet is evaluated based on its chemical composition, physical properties, and performance parameters. It influences the efficiency and cost of steel production.

Pellet Chemical Quality

The chemical composition of a pellet is crucial for its efficiency in the furnace,

Basicity

Parameter used to measure the basic oxide content (CaO and MgO) relative to acidic oxides (SiO2 and Al2O3) in a pellet. It influences the melting point and viscosity of the slag.

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Moisture

The amount of moisture present in a pellet can impact its strength and performance during processing and in the furnace. This is especially important during wet seasons.

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Strength & Durability

A measurement of the pellet's ability to withstand crushing and abrasion during transportation and handling. It is important for preventing fines and ensuring consistent feed to the furnace.

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Swelling & Porosity

A test to determine the ability of a pellet to resist swelling and breaking during processing. It is important for ensuring even flow through the furnace.

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Reducibility

A crucial parameter for determining the efficiency of the iron reduction process. It indicates the ease with which iron oxide is converted to iron metal in the furnace.

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Mixed Breeze Coke

A type of coke used in the production of base mix, typically obtained from coke ovens and blast furnaces.

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Crushing Coke

A process of reducing the size of coke particles to a specific size range, typically -3mm.

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BOF Slag

The material leftover after the blast furnace process, often used as a substitute for limestone in base mix.

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Bedding and Blending

The process of combining different raw materials to create a uniform mixture, typically used for sintering or base mix.

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Base Mix

A mixture of raw materials, typically including iron ore, coke, limestone, and other materials, used in the sintering process.

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Sintering

The process of heating a mixture of raw materials to a high temperature, causing them to fuse together and form a solid lump.

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Screens

Equipment used to separate different sized particles in raw materials, ensuring a consistent size distribution.

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Raw Material Handling Plant (RMHP)

This department focuses on handling and processing raw materials, ensuring consistent quality and cost control.

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What is Coke Breeze?

Coke Breeze is a type of coal material used in steelmaking, characterized by its high carbon content (over 70%), silica content (between 12-15%), and low moisture content (max 15%).

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What is a Wagon Tippler?

The wagon tippler is a specialized equipment used to mechanically unload wagons filled with raw materials. It safely and efficiently flips the wagon to discharge its contents.

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What is a Track Hopper?

A track hopper is a large container used for manually unloading wagons. It's an essential component of the raw material handling process.

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What is a Stacker?

A stacker is a specialized equipment used for stacking materials and forming beds of materials. It allows organized storage and preparation of raw materials.

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What is a Reclaimer?

A reclaimer is a machine used to recover materials from stacked beds. It allows for efficient retrieval of the stored materials.

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What is a Transfer Car?

A transfer car is a mobile platform that can shift and move equipment from one bed to another within the storage and handling process.

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What are Screens?

Screens are used to separate and filter materials based on their size, ensuring that only the desired sized particles are used in the process.

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What are Crushers?

Crushers are powerful machines used to break down large chunks of raw materials into smaller, more manageable sizes. This is essential for processing and utilization.

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Specific Productivity in Sinter Plant

The amount of sinter produced per square meter per hour.

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Specific Coke Consumption in Sinter Plant

The amount of Coke used per ton of sinter produced.

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Specific Flux Consumption in Sinter Plant

The amount of flux used per ton of sinter produced.

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Advantages of Sintering

Utilizing iron ore fines, metallurgical wastes, and super fluxed sinter to make sinter.

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Dust Pollution in Sinter Plant

Dust particles generated during the sintering process.

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Equipment used in Sinter Plant Bunkers

Roll crushers, rod mills, hammer crushers, and grab cranes.

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Specific Power Consumption in Sinter Plant

The amount of power used per ton of sinter produced.

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Specific Heat Consumption in Sinter Plant

The amount of gas used per ton of sinter produced.

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Ash Percentage

The percentage of non-combustible materials like minerals in the coal. A lower ash percentage generally indicates higher quality coal.

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Volatile Matter (VM)

The amount of volatile substances that evaporate from coal during heating. These substances are released as gases and play a role in coke formation.

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Free Swelling Index (FSI)

A measure of how much coal expands when heated under specific conditions. It indicates the coal's ability to swell and form a strong coke structure.

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Low Temperature Gray King Coke Type (LTGK)

A test to assess the caking properties of coal during carbonization. It determines the quality of coke produced and the yield of byproducts.

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Gieseler Fluidity

A measure of the fluidity of coal during heating. It helps determine how well different coals blend together and the quality of coke produced.

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Inherent Moisture

The amount of water naturally present within the coal. Lower inherent moisture often indicates a more mature coal with better coking properties.

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Mean Max Reflectance (MMR)

A measure of a coal's rank determined by its reflectivity. It represents the maturity of the coal, with a higher MMR generally indicating a higher quality coal.

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Coke Strength

The strength of the solid coke produced during carbonization. It's influenced by the properties of the original coal, including its ash content and rank.

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Deoxidation

Removing oxygen from molten steel in a ladle to prevent blowholes during solidification.

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Secondary Steelmaking

A method used to improve the quality and composition of steel after it's been produced in a converter.

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Deoxidizing Agents

The process of adding elements like silicon, aluminum, or manganese to molten steel, which react with the oxygen present, creating a more uniform and solid steel.

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Vacuum Degassing

A type of secondary steelmaking equipment used to remove dissolved gasses in steel, especially hydrogen, by lowering the pressure around the molten metal.

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Ladle Heating Systems

A type of secondary steelmaking equipment used to heat the molten steel and ensure an even temperature distribution within the ladle.

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Study Notes

General Plant Operations Engineering

  • This document is from Steel Authority of India Limited
  • It details General Plant Operations Engineering.

Raw Material Handling Plant

  • Introduction to Raw Material Handling Plant (RMHP)
  • Different types of raw materials used in integrated steel plants (Iron Ore, Limestone etc.)
  • Quality requirements of raw materials (chemical specifications for various materials)
  • Process and flow diagram of RMHP
  • Material handling equipments
  • Customers of RMHP
  • Benefits of RMHP
  • Safety procedures for RMHP

Coke Ovens and Coal Chemicals

  • Introduction to Coke Ovens and Coal Chemicals
  • Properties of coking coal
  • Coal handling plant
  • Carbonization process
  • Properties of coke
  • Coal chemicals (by-products of coke ovens)
  • Pollution control norms
  • Safety procedures for Coke Ovens and Coal Chemicals
  • ISO 45001:2018 – OH&SMS

Sinter Plant

  • Introduction to Sintering Process
  • Quality parameters of sinter (subject to BF requirements)
  • Sintering process (different zones/steps explained)
  • Main areas/ equipments in the Sinter Plant
  • Safety hazards at the sinter plant
  • OHSAS-18001 assessment series

Blast Furnace

  • Introduction to Blast Furnace
  • Raw materials and their quality
  • Blast furnace and accessories
  • BF zones and chemical reactions
  • Safety and environment

Rolling Mills

  • Basics of rolling
  • Products of rolling mills of SAIL (various sections - flat products, long products etc.)
  • Applications of rolled products of SAIL
  • Hot rolling
  • Reheating furnaces
  • Rolling of flat products and long products
  • Cold rolling
  • Major cold rolling defects.
  • Rolling of special steels (e.g., stainless steel)

General Mechanical Maintenance

  • Introduction to maintenance
  • Objectives/ goals of the maintenance system
  • Different maintenance systems (breakdown, preventive, planned, predictive)

Electrical and Electronics

  • Basic electrical engineering
  • Electric Circuits
  • Current (Alternating and Direct)
  • Alternating current
  • Phase angle
  • Voltage or Potential Difference.
  • Resistance
  • Power and Energy in circuits
  • Real, Apparent and Reactive Power, and Power factor
  • Basic principles of Transformer
  • Basic components of an ideal transformer
  • Types of transformers

Instrumentation and Process Control functions

  • Instrumentation and Process Control functions in an Integrated Steel Plant
  • Process parameter measurements
  • Activities in Instrumentation (Round the clock measurement and control of parameters, Maintenance of equipment, evolving efficient control strategies, etc.)
  • Types of Maintenance (Preventive, Predictive, and Breakdown)
  • Calibration and maintenance of process instruments.
  • Latest Trends in Maintenance
  • Computer Managed Maintenance System (CMMS)
  • Condition Based Maintenance System (CBMS)
  • Types of Actuators (Pneumatic, Hydraulic, Solenoid, Electric Motor)

Electrical Insulation

  • Insulating materials.
  • Electrical insulation standards

Electrical Devices

  • Introduction to Electronic Devices
  • Types of Electronic Devices
  • Passive Components-
  • Active Components-
  • Resistances

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This quiz tests your knowledge on various aspects of secondary steelmaking processes, including deoxidation, pellet specifications, and coking coal properties. Answer questions about key objectives and specifications that are crucial in steel production and refining methods. Perfect for students and professionals in metallurgical engineering.

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