Iron Ores Bioprocessing

Elaborates on bioprocessing technologies applicable for extraction of ferrous metals using cross-pollination of microbiology and extractive metallurgy

Presents a systematic overview of bioprocessing technologies encompassing laboratory research, pilot scale studies, and industrial process flowsheet design

Provides comprehensive coverage of the engineering principles behind bioprocesses of iron ores including material and energy balances, transport processes, reactions and reactor engineering

Autorentext

Dr. Mingming Zhang has over 20 years experience in the mining and steelmaking industry. He joined Wood Mackenzie in 2021 and has served as technical expert and consults for iron ore, steel, other natural resources in the Metals and Mining industries worldwide.

Inhalt
Bioprocessing technologies.- Microorganisms for Industrial Ferrous Metal Extraction.- Physical Chemical and Biological Processes in Iron Ore Bioprocessing.- Engineering Design and Process Requirements.- Economics of Bioprocessing Technologies.- Environmental considerations.- Laboratory Research and Techniques.- Feasibility and Pilot Scale Studies.- Outstanding Questions and Future Developments.