Copper smelting technology

Author: W.G. Davenport, M. King
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Publish Date: 2006-05-01
Features: This book is translated from "Extractive Metallurgy of Copper" published by Pergamon Press in 2002 (4th Edition). The book is divided into 23 chapters, covering main topics such as flash smelting, submerged lance smelting, and continuous blowing of copper processes. It also introduces refining methods of copper, such as converter refining, electrolytic refining, and electrolytic deposition, as well as heap leaching and solvent extraction methods for wet extraction of copper. Additionally, it extensively discusses the recovery and utilization of SO2 in copper smelting, recycling methods for waste copper, and cost accounting for various processes and techniques in copper production. The book also provides a large number of relevant references. This book is suitable for students and teachers of metallurgy at universities and colleges, as well as personnel engaged in the production, research, design, and management of non-ferrous metal metallurgy.