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MOLTEN 2024 Program

The conference program is subject to change at any time, at the discretion of the organising committee.

All times are listed below in AEDT (Brisbane, Australia).


Sunday, June 16, 2024

Pre-Conference Workshops
Pre Conference Workshops
9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
The FactSage Workshop
The Fundamentals of Slag Chemistry workshop
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Welcome Reception I Sunday 16 June 2024
Pre-Conference Workshops
Pre Conference Workshops
9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
The FactSage Workshop
The Fundamentals of Slag Chemistry workshop
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Welcome Reception I Sunday 16 June 2024

Pre-Conference Workshops
9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
The FactSage Workshop
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Welcome Reception I Sunday 16 June 2024

Pre Conference Workshops
9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
The Fundamentals of Slag Chemistry workshop
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Welcome Reception I Sunday 16 June 2024


Monday, June 17, 2024

Boulevard Auditorium
Boulevard B1
Boulevard B2
Boulevard B3
8:30 AM - 9:50 AM
Day 1 Opening Session


Welcome to Country
.,

Welcome from Chairs
Evgueni Jak, PYROSEARCH, University of Queensland

Welcome from AusIMM
Stephen Durkin, AusIMM

Ministerial Welcome
Mark Jacobs, Queensland Department of Environment, Science and Innovation

PLENARY | Physicochemical properties of steelmaking slags for the mitigation of CO2 emissions in steel sector
Joohyun Park, Hanyang University
9:50 AM - 10:20 AM
Day 1 Morning Tea
10:20 AM - 12:10 PM
Session 1 | Slag Fundamentals


KEYNOTE | Slag-steel reactions in the refining of advanced high-strength steel
Chris Pistorius, Carnegie Mellon University

Perspectives of chemical metallurgy fundamentals in slag innovation
Sanghoon Lee, Yonsei University

Theoretical and experimental approaches to determine the mass transfer coefficient in the steel/slag/refractory system
Manuel Schickbichler, Christian Doppler Laboratory for Inclusion Metallurgy in Advanced Steelmaking

Characterizing bubble size distribution and generation position in iron oxide-containing slag smelting reduction
Ko-ichiro Ohno, Kyushu University
Session 4 | T/D and Process Modelling


KEYNOTE | Pyrometallurgical process simulations using CALPHAD thermodynamic databases
In-Ho Jung, Seoul National University

Continuous method of thermodynamic optimization using first-derivative matrices for large multicomponent systems
Evgenii Nekhoroshev, PYROSEARCH, University of Queensland

Pushing the boundaries of slag operability: Processing of High-MgO nickel concentrates with the Ausmelt® TSL process
Jacob Wood, Metso Australia Pty Ltd

Integrated process modelling for the Kalgoorlie nickel smelter
Georgia Sartor, Hatch Pty Ltd
Session 7 | Ferrosilicon and Ferrochromium


KEYNOTE | Reducing CO2 emissions from the ferro-alloy and silicon production
Merete Tangstad, Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU)

Effect of slag composition on titanium distribution ratio between ferrosilicon melt and CaO-SiO2-Al2O3 slag at 1773K
Minjoo Lee, Hanyang University

An attempt towards ferrochromium production using molten oxide electrolysis
Lassi Klemettinen, Aalto University

Ferroalloy extraction from a Zimbabwean ore using a closed DC furnace
Edson Kugara Chiwandika, Harare Institute of Technology
Session 10 | Phase Diagram Studies


KEYNOTE | Advancement in experimental methodologies to produce phase equilibria and thermodynamic data in multicomponent systems
Maksym Shevchenko, PYROSEARCH, University of Queensland

Phase diagram study and thermodynamic modeling of the CaO-TiO2-CaF2 system
Jiho Bang, Seoul National University

Thermodynamic behavior of TiO2 in CaO-Al2O3–based slags at high temperatures
Dongyul Jung, Hanyang University

Thermal analysis of molten salts and their mixtures with metals
Dmitry Sergeev, NETZSCH-Gerätebau GmbH
12:10 PM - 1:10 PM
Day 1 Lunch
1:10 PM - 2:50 PM
Session 2 | Recycling of Slags


Dissolution behaviors of recycled cement paste and lime in simulated EAF slag under static condition
Mingrui Yang, University of Warwick

The effect of FeO/SiO2 ratio on the feasibility of utilizing iron silicate slags as supplementary cementitious materials
Anton Andersson, Luleå University of Technology

Conversion of Hard-to-use Wastes to New Raw Materials for Low-Energy Glass/Mineral-Wool Manufacturing
Mingrui Yang, University of Warwick

Selective reduction of iron and effective enrichment of vanadium from vanadium slag by carbothermic reduction
Shiyuan Liu, University of Science and Technology Beijing
Session 5 | Non-Ferrous


Experimental and thermodynamic study of the phase equilibria in the NiO-CaO-FeO-Fe2O3 system in air and in equilibrium with metal (Fe-Ni) alloy
Svetlana Sineva, University of Queensland

Slag-metal interfacial reactions in pyrometallurgical processing of industrial wastes for recovery of valuable metals
Hyunju Kim, Hanyang University

Overview of the experimental phase equilibria studies of the Ni-Sn-S, Cu-Sb-S, Cu-Sn-S, Fe-Sb-As, and Fe-Sn-As systems
Modassir Akhtar, University of Queensland

Direct observation of the fayalite slag formation behavior from large SiO2 grains
Yuko Goto, Sumitomo Metal Mining Co., Ltd
Session 8 | Hydrogen Reduction


Hydrogen plasma in extractive metallurgy application
Bima Satritama, Swinburne University of Technology

Flux smelting behavior of pre-reduced Mn ore by hydrogen at elevated temperatures
Pankaj Kumar, Norwegian University of Science And Technology (NTNU)

A Short Review: Hydrogen Reduction of Copper-Containing Resources
Dian Mughni Fellicia, Swinburne University of Technology

Transient slag behaviour in the DRI and scrap based EAF process: Case study for high and low grade DRI input
Saikat Chatterjee, Tata Steel, R&D, IJmuiden
Session 11 | Molten Salts


The extraction of white phosphorus from molten salt
Xiao Yang, Westlake University

Electrolytic reduction of metal sulfides/oxides in molten salts for sustainable metal production
Xianfeng Hu, Swerim AB

Electrodeposition and electrochemical behavior of molybdenum ions in ZnCl2-NaCl-KCl molten salt
Jianxun Song, Zhengzhou University

Deoxidation of Ti-Ni alloy by the calcium and binary halide fluxes
Yao Su, Hanyang University
2:50 PM - 3:20 PM
Day 1 Afternoon Tea
3:20 PM - 5:25 PM
Session 3 | Slag/Steel


Study on change in mould slag characteristics during casting Ti containing steel grades
Preeti Prakash Sahoo, Tata Steel Ltd

Carbon distribution behavior between molten iron and CaO-Al2O3-FeO-SiO2-MgO slag at 1873 K
Yeong Jin Jun, Hanyang University

Prognostic models for electroslag remelting process and slag engineering
Ganna Stovpchenko, China First Heavy Industries

Characterization and assessment of B2O3 added LF Slag
Shaik Mahaboob Basha, Tata Steel Ltd

Sulfur loss from the slag during desulfurization of liquid steel
Deepoo Kumar, Indian Institute of Technology, Bombay
Session 6 | Non-Ferrous


Phase equilibria study in the sodium metasilicate primary phase field in PbO-Na2O-SiO2 system between 800 and 1000 °C
Xi Ling, University of Toronto

Experimental study and thermodynamic modeling of phase equilibria in the FeO-FeO1.5-SbO1.5-SiO2 system in equilibrium with metal
Hamed Abdeyazdan, University of Queensland

Monitoring Sb in lead refining using advanced techniques in Industry 4.0
Amy Van den Bulck, Umicore NV

CFD modeling of slag fuming, with a focus on freeze-lining formation
Christian Rodrigues, Montanuniversität Leoben

Studying the smelting behavior of bauxite residue pellets reduced by hydrogen using high temperature thermal analysis
Dali Hariswijaya, Norges Teknisk-Naturvitenskapelige Universitet
Session 9 | Physicochem. Props.


Modelling of Liquid/Liquid Interface Movement during Spindle Rotation of Refractory - Slag Corrosion Test
Hana Lee, Tech University of Korea

Viscosity of CaO-aluminosilicate Slags
Ramana Reddy, The University of Alabama

Viscosity of foaming fluid measured by falling ball method
Shigeru Ueda, Tohoku University

A combined molecular dynamics - Experimental investigation of oxidic slag properties
Inge Bellemans, Ghent University

On the development of a viscosity model for molten multicomponent slag systems with several glass-forming, amphoteric and modifier oxides
Alex Kondratiev, Lomonosov Moscow State University
Session 12 | Molten Salts


Synthesis of actinide chlorides for molten salt preparation
Pierrick Chevreux, CEA

Melting behaviour investigation of municipal solid waste incineration fly ash samples from different incineration technologies for metal recovery:​ An integrated experimental and thermodynamic modelling approach​
Ece Soylu, Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU)

Calcium based ternary nitrate salts for concentrating solar power applications
Pranjal Gandhre, Somaiya Vidyavihar University
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Poster Meet & Greet I Monday 17 June 2024
Boulevard Auditorium
Boulevard B1
8:30 AM - 9:50 AM
Day 1 Opening Session


Welcome to Country
.,

Welcome from Chairs
Evgueni Jak, PYROSEARCH, University of Queensland

Welcome from AusIMM
Stephen Durkin, AusIMM

Ministerial Welcome
Mark Jacobs, Queensland Department of Environment, Science and Innovation

PLENARY | Physicochemical properties of steelmaking slags for the mitigation of CO2 emissions in steel sector
Joohyun Park, Hanyang University
9:50 AM - 10:20 AM
Day 1 Morning Tea
10:20 AM - 12:10 PM
Session 1 | Slag Fundamentals


KEYNOTE | Slag-steel reactions in the refining of advanced high-strength steel
Chris Pistorius, Carnegie Mellon University

Perspectives of chemical metallurgy fundamentals in slag innovation
Sanghoon Lee, Yonsei University

Theoretical and experimental approaches to determine the mass transfer coefficient in the steel/slag/refractory system
Manuel Schickbichler, Christian Doppler Laboratory for Inclusion Metallurgy in Advanced Steelmaking

Characterizing bubble size distribution and generation position in iron oxide-containing slag smelting reduction
Ko-ichiro Ohno, Kyushu University
Session 4 | T/D and Process Modelling


KEYNOTE | Pyrometallurgical process simulations using CALPHAD thermodynamic databases
In-Ho Jung, Seoul National University

Continuous method of thermodynamic optimization using first-derivative matrices for large multicomponent systems
Evgenii Nekhoroshev, PYROSEARCH, University of Queensland

Pushing the boundaries of slag operability: Processing of High-MgO nickel concentrates with the Ausmelt® TSL process
Jacob Wood, Metso Australia Pty Ltd

Integrated process modelling for the Kalgoorlie nickel smelter
Georgia Sartor, Hatch Pty Ltd
12:10 PM - 1:10 PM
Day 1 Lunch
1:10 PM - 2:50 PM
Session 2 | Recycling of Slags


Dissolution behaviors of recycled cement paste and lime in simulated EAF slag under static condition
Mingrui Yang, University of Warwick

The effect of FeO/SiO2 ratio on the feasibility of utilizing iron silicate slags as supplementary cementitious materials
Anton Andersson, Luleå University of Technology

Conversion of Hard-to-use Wastes to New Raw Materials for Low-Energy Glass/Mineral-Wool Manufacturing
Mingrui Yang, University of Warwick

Selective reduction of iron and effective enrichment of vanadium from vanadium slag by carbothermic reduction
Shiyuan Liu, University of Science and Technology Beijing
Session 5 | Non-Ferrous


Experimental and thermodynamic study of the phase equilibria in the NiO-CaO-FeO-Fe2O3 system in air and in equilibrium with metal (Fe-Ni) alloy
Svetlana Sineva, University of Queensland

Slag-metal interfacial reactions in pyrometallurgical processing of industrial wastes for recovery of valuable metals
Hyunju Kim, Hanyang University

Overview of the experimental phase equilibria studies of the Ni-Sn-S, Cu-Sb-S, Cu-Sn-S, Fe-Sb-As, and Fe-Sn-As systems
Modassir Akhtar, University of Queensland

Direct observation of the fayalite slag formation behavior from large SiO2 grains
Yuko Goto, Sumitomo Metal Mining Co., Ltd
2:50 PM - 3:20 PM
Day 1 Afternoon Tea
3:20 PM - 5:25 PM
Session 3 | Slag/Steel


Study on change in mould slag characteristics during casting Ti containing steel grades
Preeti Prakash Sahoo, Tata Steel Ltd

Carbon distribution behavior between molten iron and CaO-Al2O3-FeO-SiO2-MgO slag at 1873 K
Yeong Jin Jun, Hanyang University

Prognostic models for electroslag remelting process and slag engineering
Ganna Stovpchenko, China First Heavy Industries

Characterization and assessment of B2O3 added LF Slag
Shaik Mahaboob Basha, Tata Steel Ltd

Sulfur loss from the slag during desulfurization of liquid steel
Deepoo Kumar, Indian Institute of Technology, Bombay
Session 6 | Non-Ferrous


Phase equilibria study in the sodium metasilicate primary phase field in PbO-Na2O-SiO2 system between 800 and 1000 °C
Xi Ling, University of Toronto

Experimental study and thermodynamic modeling of phase equilibria in the FeO-FeO1.5-SbO1.5-SiO2 system in equilibrium with metal
Hamed Abdeyazdan, University of Queensland

Monitoring Sb in lead refining using advanced techniques in Industry 4.0
Amy Van den Bulck, Umicore NV

CFD modeling of slag fuming, with a focus on freeze-lining formation
Christian Rodrigues, Montanuniversität Leoben

Studying the smelting behavior of bauxite residue pellets reduced by hydrogen using high temperature thermal analysis
Dali Hariswijaya, Norges Teknisk-Naturvitenskapelige Universitet
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Poster Meet & Greet I Monday 17 June 2024

Boulevard B2
Boulevard B3
8:30 AM - 9:50 AM
9:50 AM - 10:20 AM
Day 1 Morning Tea
10:20 AM - 12:10 PM
Session 7 | Ferrosilicon and Ferrochromium


KEYNOTE | Reducing CO2 emissions from the ferro-alloy and silicon production
Merete Tangstad, Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU)

Effect of slag composition on titanium distribution ratio between ferrosilicon melt and CaO-SiO2-Al2O3 slag at 1773K
Minjoo Lee, Hanyang University

An attempt towards ferrochromium production using molten oxide electrolysis
Lassi Klemettinen, Aalto University

Ferroalloy extraction from a Zimbabwean ore using a closed DC furnace
Edson Kugara Chiwandika, Harare Institute of Technology
Session 10 | Phase Diagram Studies


KEYNOTE | Advancement in experimental methodologies to produce phase equilibria and thermodynamic data in multicomponent systems
Maksym Shevchenko, PYROSEARCH, University of Queensland

Phase diagram study and thermodynamic modeling of the CaO-TiO2-CaF2 system
Jiho Bang, Seoul National University

Thermodynamic behavior of TiO2 in CaO-Al2O3–based slags at high temperatures
Dongyul Jung, Hanyang University

Thermal analysis of molten salts and their mixtures with metals
Dmitry Sergeev, NETZSCH-Gerätebau GmbH
12:10 PM - 1:10 PM
Day 1 Lunch
1:10 PM - 2:50 PM
Session 8 | Hydrogen Reduction


Hydrogen plasma in extractive metallurgy application
Bima Satritama, Swinburne University of Technology

Flux smelting behavior of pre-reduced Mn ore by hydrogen at elevated temperatures
Pankaj Kumar, Norwegian University of Science And Technology (NTNU)

A Short Review: Hydrogen Reduction of Copper-Containing Resources
Dian Mughni Fellicia, Swinburne University of Technology

Transient slag behaviour in the DRI and scrap based EAF process: Case study for high and low grade DRI input
Saikat Chatterjee, Tata Steel, R&D, IJmuiden
Session 11 | Molten Salts


The extraction of white phosphorus from molten salt
Xiao Yang, Westlake University

Electrolytic reduction of metal sulfides/oxides in molten salts for sustainable metal production
Xianfeng Hu, Swerim AB

Electrodeposition and electrochemical behavior of molybdenum ions in ZnCl2-NaCl-KCl molten salt
Jianxun Song, Zhengzhou University

Deoxidation of Ti-Ni alloy by the calcium and binary halide fluxes
Yao Su, Hanyang University
2:50 PM - 3:20 PM
Day 1 Afternoon Tea
3:20 PM - 5:25 PM
Session 9 | Physicochem. Props.


Modelling of Liquid/Liquid Interface Movement during Spindle Rotation of Refractory - Slag Corrosion Test
Hana Lee, Tech University of Korea

Viscosity of CaO-aluminosilicate Slags
Ramana Reddy, The University of Alabama

Viscosity of foaming fluid measured by falling ball method
Shigeru Ueda, Tohoku University

A combined molecular dynamics - Experimental investigation of oxidic slag properties
Inge Bellemans, Ghent University

On the development of a viscosity model for molten multicomponent slag systems with several glass-forming, amphoteric and modifier oxides
Alex Kondratiev, Lomonosov Moscow State University
Session 12 | Molten Salts


Synthesis of actinide chlorides for molten salt preparation
Pierrick Chevreux, CEA

Melting behaviour investigation of municipal solid waste incineration fly ash samples from different incineration technologies for metal recovery:​ An integrated experimental and thermodynamic modelling approach​
Ece Soylu, Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU)

Calcium based ternary nitrate salts for concentrating solar power applications
Pranjal Gandhre, Somaiya Vidyavihar University
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Poster Meet & Greet I Monday 17 June 2024

Boulevard Auditorium
8:30 AM - 9:50 AM
Day 1 Opening Session


Welcome to Country
.,

Welcome from Chairs
Evgueni Jak, PYROSEARCH, University of Queensland

Welcome from AusIMM
Stephen Durkin, AusIMM

Ministerial Welcome
Mark Jacobs, Queensland Department of Environment, Science and Innovation

PLENARY | Physicochemical properties of steelmaking slags for the mitigation of CO2 emissions in steel sector
Joohyun Park, Hanyang University
9:50 AM - 10:20 AM
Day 1 Morning Tea
10:20 AM - 12:10 PM
Session 1 | Slag Fundamentals


KEYNOTE | Slag-steel reactions in the refining of advanced high-strength steel
Chris Pistorius, Carnegie Mellon University

Perspectives of chemical metallurgy fundamentals in slag innovation
Sanghoon Lee, Yonsei University

Theoretical and experimental approaches to determine the mass transfer coefficient in the steel/slag/refractory system
Manuel Schickbichler, Christian Doppler Laboratory for Inclusion Metallurgy in Advanced Steelmaking

Characterizing bubble size distribution and generation position in iron oxide-containing slag smelting reduction
Ko-ichiro Ohno, Kyushu University
12:10 PM - 1:10 PM
Day 1 Lunch
1:10 PM - 2:50 PM
Session 2 | Recycling of Slags


Dissolution behaviors of recycled cement paste and lime in simulated EAF slag under static condition
Mingrui Yang, University of Warwick

The effect of FeO/SiO2 ratio on the feasibility of utilizing iron silicate slags as supplementary cementitious materials
Anton Andersson, Luleå University of Technology

Conversion of Hard-to-use Wastes to New Raw Materials for Low-Energy Glass/Mineral-Wool Manufacturing
Mingrui Yang, University of Warwick

Selective reduction of iron and effective enrichment of vanadium from vanadium slag by carbothermic reduction
Shiyuan Liu, University of Science and Technology Beijing
2:50 PM - 3:20 PM
Day 1 Afternoon Tea
3:20 PM - 5:25 PM
Session 3 | Slag/Steel


Study on change in mould slag characteristics during casting Ti containing steel grades
Preeti Prakash Sahoo, Tata Steel Ltd

Carbon distribution behavior between molten iron and CaO-Al2O3-FeO-SiO2-MgO slag at 1873 K
Yeong Jin Jun, Hanyang University

Prognostic models for electroslag remelting process and slag engineering
Ganna Stovpchenko, China First Heavy Industries

Characterization and assessment of B2O3 added LF Slag
Shaik Mahaboob Basha, Tata Steel Ltd

Sulfur loss from the slag during desulfurization of liquid steel
Deepoo Kumar, Indian Institute of Technology, Bombay
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Poster Meet & Greet I Monday 17 June 2024

Boulevard B1
8:30 AM - 9:50 AM
9:50 AM - 10:20 AM
Day 1 Morning Tea
10:20 AM - 12:10 PM
Session 4 | T/D and Process Modelling


KEYNOTE | Pyrometallurgical process simulations using CALPHAD thermodynamic databases
In-Ho Jung, Seoul National University

Continuous method of thermodynamic optimization using first-derivative matrices for large multicomponent systems
Evgenii Nekhoroshev, PYROSEARCH, University of Queensland

Pushing the boundaries of slag operability: Processing of High-MgO nickel concentrates with the Ausmelt® TSL process
Jacob Wood, Metso Australia Pty Ltd

Integrated process modelling for the Kalgoorlie nickel smelter
Georgia Sartor, Hatch Pty Ltd
12:10 PM - 1:10 PM
Day 1 Lunch
1:10 PM - 2:50 PM
Session 5 | Non-Ferrous


Experimental and thermodynamic study of the phase equilibria in the NiO-CaO-FeO-Fe2O3 system in air and in equilibrium with metal (Fe-Ni) alloy
Svetlana Sineva, University of Queensland

Slag-metal interfacial reactions in pyrometallurgical processing of industrial wastes for recovery of valuable metals
Hyunju Kim, Hanyang University

Overview of the experimental phase equilibria studies of the Ni-Sn-S, Cu-Sb-S, Cu-Sn-S, Fe-Sb-As, and Fe-Sn-As systems
Modassir Akhtar, University of Queensland

Direct observation of the fayalite slag formation behavior from large SiO2 grains
Yuko Goto, Sumitomo Metal Mining Co., Ltd
2:50 PM - 3:20 PM
Day 1 Afternoon Tea
3:20 PM - 5:25 PM
Session 6 | Non-Ferrous


Phase equilibria study in the sodium metasilicate primary phase field in PbO-Na2O-SiO2 system between 800 and 1000 °C
Xi Ling, University of Toronto

Experimental study and thermodynamic modeling of phase equilibria in the FeO-FeO1.5-SbO1.5-SiO2 system in equilibrium with metal
Hamed Abdeyazdan, University of Queensland

Monitoring Sb in lead refining using advanced techniques in Industry 4.0
Amy Van den Bulck, Umicore NV

CFD modeling of slag fuming, with a focus on freeze-lining formation
Christian Rodrigues, Montanuniversität Leoben

Studying the smelting behavior of bauxite residue pellets reduced by hydrogen using high temperature thermal analysis
Dali Hariswijaya, Norges Teknisk-Naturvitenskapelige Universitet
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Poster Meet & Greet I Monday 17 June 2024

Boulevard B2
8:30 AM - 9:50 AM
9:50 AM - 10:20 AM
Day 1 Morning Tea
10:20 AM - 12:10 PM
Session 7 | Ferrosilicon and Ferrochromium


KEYNOTE | Reducing CO2 emissions from the ferro-alloy and silicon production
Merete Tangstad, Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU)

Effect of slag composition on titanium distribution ratio between ferrosilicon melt and CaO-SiO2-Al2O3 slag at 1773K
Minjoo Lee, Hanyang University

An attempt towards ferrochromium production using molten oxide electrolysis
Lassi Klemettinen, Aalto University

Ferroalloy extraction from a Zimbabwean ore using a closed DC furnace
Edson Kugara Chiwandika, Harare Institute of Technology
12:10 PM - 1:10 PM
Day 1 Lunch
1:10 PM - 2:50 PM
Session 8 | Hydrogen Reduction


Hydrogen plasma in extractive metallurgy application
Bima Satritama, Swinburne University of Technology

Flux smelting behavior of pre-reduced Mn ore by hydrogen at elevated temperatures
Pankaj Kumar, Norwegian University of Science And Technology (NTNU)

A Short Review: Hydrogen Reduction of Copper-Containing Resources
Dian Mughni Fellicia, Swinburne University of Technology

Transient slag behaviour in the DRI and scrap based EAF process: Case study for high and low grade DRI input
Saikat Chatterjee, Tata Steel, R&D, IJmuiden
2:50 PM - 3:20 PM
Day 1 Afternoon Tea
3:20 PM - 5:25 PM
Session 9 | Physicochem. Props.


Modelling of Liquid/Liquid Interface Movement during Spindle Rotation of Refractory - Slag Corrosion Test
Hana Lee, Tech University of Korea

Viscosity of CaO-aluminosilicate Slags
Ramana Reddy, The University of Alabama

Viscosity of foaming fluid measured by falling ball method
Shigeru Ueda, Tohoku University

A combined molecular dynamics - Experimental investigation of oxidic slag properties
Inge Bellemans, Ghent University

On the development of a viscosity model for molten multicomponent slag systems with several glass-forming, amphoteric and modifier oxides
Alex Kondratiev, Lomonosov Moscow State University
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Poster Meet & Greet I Monday 17 June 2024

Boulevard B3
8:30 AM - 9:50 AM
9:50 AM - 10:20 AM
Day 1 Morning Tea
10:20 AM - 12:10 PM
Session 10 | Phase Diagram Studies


KEYNOTE | Advancement in experimental methodologies to produce phase equilibria and thermodynamic data in multicomponent systems
Maksym Shevchenko, PYROSEARCH, University of Queensland

Phase diagram study and thermodynamic modeling of the CaO-TiO2-CaF2 system
Jiho Bang, Seoul National University

Thermodynamic behavior of TiO2 in CaO-Al2O3–based slags at high temperatures
Dongyul Jung, Hanyang University

Thermal analysis of molten salts and their mixtures with metals
Dmitry Sergeev, NETZSCH-Gerätebau GmbH
12:10 PM - 1:10 PM
Day 1 Lunch
1:10 PM - 2:50 PM
Session 11 | Molten Salts


The extraction of white phosphorus from molten salt
Xiao Yang, Westlake University

Electrolytic reduction of metal sulfides/oxides in molten salts for sustainable metal production
Xianfeng Hu, Swerim AB

Electrodeposition and electrochemical behavior of molybdenum ions in ZnCl2-NaCl-KCl molten salt
Jianxun Song, Zhengzhou University

Deoxidation of Ti-Ni alloy by the calcium and binary halide fluxes
Yao Su, Hanyang University
2:50 PM - 3:20 PM
Day 1 Afternoon Tea
3:20 PM - 5:25 PM
Session 12 | Molten Salts


Synthesis of actinide chlorides for molten salt preparation
Pierrick Chevreux, CEA

Melting behaviour investigation of municipal solid waste incineration fly ash samples from different incineration technologies for metal recovery:​ An integrated experimental and thermodynamic modelling approach​
Ece Soylu, Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU)

Calcium based ternary nitrate salts for concentrating solar power applications
Pranjal Gandhre, Somaiya Vidyavihar University
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Poster Meet & Greet I Monday 17 June 2024


Tuesday, June 18, 2024

Boulevard Auditorium
Boulevard B1
Boulevard B2
Boulevard B3
8:25 AM - 9:50 AM
Day 2 Opening Session


Wrap Up from Day 1
Peter Hayes, PYROSEARCH, University of Queensland

PLENARY | Challenges facing non-ferrous metal production
Daniel Lindberg, Aalto University

PLENARY | Fusion of molten phase R&D into the metallurgical industry to drive circularity
Stanko Nikolic, Glencore Technology
9:50 AM - 10:20 AM
Day 2 Morning Tea
10:20 AM - 12:10 PM
Session 13 | Steelmaking


KEYNOTE | Recent advances in understanding phosphorus in oxygen steelmaking
Geoffrey Brooks, Swinburne Univesity of Technology

Reoxidation of Al-killed ultra-low C steel by FetO in CaO-Al2O3-MgOsat.-FetO slag representing RH slag by experiment and kinetic modeling
Youn-Bae Kang, Pohang University of Science and Technology (POSTECH)

Effect of MgO content on phase evolution during steelmaking slag cooling process
Wenfeng Gu, Tohoku University

On stability of CaS in liquid steel containing alumina or spinel inclusions
Sandeep Kumar, Indian Institute of Technology, Bombay
Session 16 | Non-Ferrous


KEYNOTE | Challenges and limitations in development of large thermodynamic database for multiple molten phases using Modified Quasichemical Formalism
Denis Shishin, University of Queensland

Impurity capacities of non-ferrous slags
Ramana Reddy, The University of Alabama

Improving industrial copper processing operations through the application of thermodynamic fundamentals and advanced predictive tools
Gerardo Alvear, University of Queensland

Towards integration of pyro- and hydrometallurgical unit operations for efficient recovery of battery metals from waste lithium-ion batteries
Anna Klemettinen, Aalto University
Session 19 | Physicochem. Props.


KEYNOTE | Ionic Structure Analysis of Relaxed Surface of Molten Oxide Slags for Surface Tension Modeling
Masanori Suzuki, Osaka University

Electrical conductivity measurement of CaO-Al2O3-CaF2 slags by van der Pauw-Ohta method
Noritaka Saito, Kyushu University

Quantitative studies on the microstructures of ternary CaO-Al2O3-SiO2 glasses, melts and correlation with their high-temperature viscosities
Jinglin You, SKLASS, Shanghai University

Effect of solid particles on the viscosity of a secondary copper smelting slag
Olivier Vergote, Ghent University
Session 22 | Vanadium and Aluminum


KEYNOTE | Phase diagram of V2O3-FetO-SiO2-CaO(15 mass%) system at 1623 K
Baijun Yan, University of Scicence and Technology Beijing

Phase relationship of quaternary system FeO-Al2O3-SiO2-“V2O3“ at 1873 K and its impact during melting of H-DRI for possible vanadium extraction
Johan Martinsson, Swerim AB

Viscosity evaluation of hot metal containing vanadium and titanium via a novel measurement technology and the thermodynamic analysis method
Wenzhou Yu, Chongqing University

Smelting of different hydrogen reduced bauxite residue - Calcite pellets for iron and alumina recovery
Manish Kumar Kar, Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU)
12:10 PM - 1:10 PM
Day 2 Lunch
1:10 PM - 2:50 PM
Session 14 | Steelmaking


Comparative study of oxide dissolution modelling in secondary steelmaking slags
Nikolaus Preisser, CD-Lab for Inclusion Metallurgy in Advanced Steelmaking

In-situ analysis of steelmaking slags and fluxes at elevated temperatures using a remote fiber optic Raman probe
Ronald O'Malley, Missouri University of Science and Technology

Crystallization control of CaO-SiO2-Al2O3-MgO system inclusion
Yong Wang, Wuhan University of Science and Technology

Understanding zinc-containing species in BOS dust
Raymond Longbottom, University of Wollongong
Session 17 | Non-Ferrous


A critical thermodynamic & sustainability assessment of PCB recycling through secondary Cu smelting process
Ashok Kamaraj, Indian Institute of Technology, Hyderabad

Pyrometallurgical treatment of nickel smelting slag with biochar
Desmond Attah-Kyei, Aalto University

Practicalities of the use of fayalite slags for recovery of metals from urban wastes
Stuart Nicol, Glencore Technology

Improvement of the Copper Flash Smelting Furnace (FSF) and the Slag Cleaning Furnace (SCF) process by advice-based control of silica and coke addition
Victor Montenegro, Aurubis AG
Session 20 | Physicochem. Props


Methodology development of electrical conductivity measurements for non-ferrous slags
Pieter-jan Boeykens, Ghent University

Machine learning - Enhanced modeling of thermal conductivity of SiO2-Al2O3-CaO slags
Mengyi Zhu, Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU)

Effects of FeO/SiO2 ratio and optical basicity on viscosity and melt structure of FeO–SiO2–Al2O3–CaO–MgO–Cr2O3 melts
Jenny Isaksson, Luleå University of Technology

Determining the properties of CaO-Al2O3-SiO2 slags from molecular dynamics simulation
Mengyi Zhu, Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU)
Session 23 | Impurity Distributions


Distribution behaviour of B and P in Si-slag system at 1500 °C
M. Akbar Rhamdhani, Swinburne University of Technology

Refining of Si-Ca-Al alloys using slag treatments
Elif Emil Kaya, Norwegian University of Science And Technology (NTNU)

Aluminothermic production of silicon using different raw materials
Katarina Jakovljevic, Norwegian University of Science And Technology (NTNU)
2:50 PM - 3:20 PM
Day 2 Afternoon Tea
3:20 PM - 5:25 PM
Session 15 | Steelmaking


Solubility of Nitrogen and Inclusion Characteristics in High Aluminium Steels
Mir Ishfaq, Indian Institute of Technology, Bombay

Effect of Al2O3/SiO2 ratio on structure and properties of mould flux for high-Al steel continuous casting
Oleg Ostrovski, The University of New South Wales Sydney

Using novel methods to characterise slag films for continuously casting challenging and innovative steel grades
Zushu Li, University of Warwick

Effect of liquefaction controlling components in carbon free mould powders for the continuous casting of ultra-low carbon steels
Nathalie Gruber, Montanuniversität Leoben

The effect of iron oxide on sulfide capacities of CaO-based molten slags
Masakatsu Hasegawa, Kyoto University
Session 18 | Non-Ferrous


Coupled phase diagram experiments and thermodynamic modeling of CaO-SiO2-Ga2O3 system for the recycling of Ga
Woon-oh Choe, Seoul National University

Increasing cobalt recovery during oxidative blast of copper-nickel matte
Roman Pakhomov, Gipronikel Institute LLC

Distribution of Pb, Zn, Fe, Sn, Sb, Bi and Ni between oxide liquid and metal in the “CuO0.5”-CaO-AlO1.5 system in equilibrium with Cu
Georgii Khartcyzov, PYROSEARCH, University of Queensland

Equilibrium distribution of Pb between copper metal and slags
Tao Kan, CSIRO
Session 21 | CaO-Al2O3-SiO2 Slags


Molecular dynamics simulation of viscosity of selected pure oxide melts
Alex Kondratiev, Lomonosov Moscow State University

Assessment of phase evolution in CaO–MgO–Al2O3–SiO2 system with varied Al2O3/SiO2 ratio using in-situ high-temperature Raman spectroscopy and X-ray scattering
Francis Gyakwaa, University of Oulu

Mixed alkali effect on structure of Al2O3-based slags
Sung-Hee Hyun, POSCO Steelmaking Research Group

Boron removal through multistage refining treatment using CaO-SiO₂-Al₂O₃ slag
Andreas Diga Pratama Putera, Swinburne University of Technology

Slag chemistry on the Moon
Surya Pratap Singh, Swinburne University of Technology
Session 24 | Ironmaking


Carburization and Melting of Hot Compacted Iron in a Coke Bed
Joonho Lee, Korea University

Molten slag flow in an ironmaking blast furnace: A mesoscopic level investigation
Xue Feng Dong, University of Wollongong

Modelling of gas-slag flow behavior in the ironmaking blast furnace: A review
Xue Feng Dong, University of Wollongong

Reduction and meliting behaviors of carbon-iron oxide composite using iron carbides and free carbon obtained by vapor deposition
Ryota Higashi, Tohoku University
6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Aussie Conference Dinner I Tuesday 18 June 2024
Boulevard Auditorium
Boulevard B1
8:25 AM - 9:50 AM
Day 2 Opening Session


Wrap Up from Day 1
Peter Hayes, PYROSEARCH, University of Queensland

PLENARY | Challenges facing non-ferrous metal production
Daniel Lindberg, Aalto University

PLENARY | Fusion of molten phase R&D into the metallurgical industry to drive circularity
Stanko Nikolic, Glencore Technology
9:50 AM - 10:20 AM
Day 2 Morning Tea
10:20 AM - 12:10 PM
Session 13 | Steelmaking


KEYNOTE | Recent advances in understanding phosphorus in oxygen steelmaking
Geoffrey Brooks, Swinburne Univesity of Technology

Reoxidation of Al-killed ultra-low C steel by FetO in CaO-Al2O3-MgOsat.-FetO slag representing RH slag by experiment and kinetic modeling
Youn-Bae Kang, Pohang University of Science and Technology (POSTECH)

Effect of MgO content on phase evolution during steelmaking slag cooling process
Wenfeng Gu, Tohoku University

On stability of CaS in liquid steel containing alumina or spinel inclusions
Sandeep Kumar, Indian Institute of Technology, Bombay
Session 16 | Non-Ferrous


KEYNOTE | Challenges and limitations in development of large thermodynamic database for multiple molten phases using Modified Quasichemical Formalism
Denis Shishin, University of Queensland

Impurity capacities of non-ferrous slags
Ramana Reddy, The University of Alabama

Improving industrial copper processing operations through the application of thermodynamic fundamentals and advanced predictive tools
Gerardo Alvear, University of Queensland

Towards integration of pyro- and hydrometallurgical unit operations for efficient recovery of battery metals from waste lithium-ion batteries
Anna Klemettinen, Aalto University
12:10 PM - 1:10 PM
Day 2 Lunch
1:10 PM - 2:50 PM
Session 14 | Steelmaking


Comparative study of oxide dissolution modelling in secondary steelmaking slags
Nikolaus Preisser, CD-Lab for Inclusion Metallurgy in Advanced Steelmaking

In-situ analysis of steelmaking slags and fluxes at elevated temperatures using a remote fiber optic Raman probe
Ronald O'Malley, Missouri University of Science and Technology

Crystallization control of CaO-SiO2-Al2O3-MgO system inclusion
Yong Wang, Wuhan University of Science and Technology

Understanding zinc-containing species in BOS dust
Raymond Longbottom, University of Wollongong
Session 17 | Non-Ferrous


A critical thermodynamic & sustainability assessment of PCB recycling through secondary Cu smelting process
Ashok Kamaraj, Indian Institute of Technology, Hyderabad

Pyrometallurgical treatment of nickel smelting slag with biochar
Desmond Attah-Kyei, Aalto University

Practicalities of the use of fayalite slags for recovery of metals from urban wastes
Stuart Nicol, Glencore Technology

Improvement of the Copper Flash Smelting Furnace (FSF) and the Slag Cleaning Furnace (SCF) process by advice-based control of silica and coke addition
Victor Montenegro, Aurubis AG
2:50 PM - 3:20 PM
Day 2 Afternoon Tea
3:20 PM - 5:25 PM
Session 15 | Steelmaking


Solubility of Nitrogen and Inclusion Characteristics in High Aluminium Steels
Mir Ishfaq, Indian Institute of Technology, Bombay

Effect of Al2O3/SiO2 ratio on structure and properties of mould flux for high-Al steel continuous casting
Oleg Ostrovski, The University of New South Wales Sydney

Using novel methods to characterise slag films for continuously casting challenging and innovative steel grades
Zushu Li, University of Warwick

Effect of liquefaction controlling components in carbon free mould powders for the continuous casting of ultra-low carbon steels
Nathalie Gruber, Montanuniversität Leoben

The effect of iron oxide on sulfide capacities of CaO-based molten slags
Masakatsu Hasegawa, Kyoto University
Session 18 | Non-Ferrous


Coupled phase diagram experiments and thermodynamic modeling of CaO-SiO2-Ga2O3 system for the recycling of Ga
Woon-oh Choe, Seoul National University

Increasing cobalt recovery during oxidative blast of copper-nickel matte
Roman Pakhomov, Gipronikel Institute LLC

Distribution of Pb, Zn, Fe, Sn, Sb, Bi and Ni between oxide liquid and metal in the “CuO0.5”-CaO-AlO1.5 system in equilibrium with Cu
Georgii Khartcyzov, PYROSEARCH, University of Queensland

Equilibrium distribution of Pb between copper metal and slags
Tao Kan, CSIRO
6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Aussie Conference Dinner I Tuesday 18 June 2024

Boulevard B2
Boulevard B3
8:25 AM - 9:50 AM
9:50 AM - 10:20 AM
Day 2 Morning Tea
10:20 AM - 12:10 PM
Session 19 | Physicochem. Props.


KEYNOTE | Ionic Structure Analysis of Relaxed Surface of Molten Oxide Slags for Surface Tension Modeling
Masanori Suzuki, Osaka University

Electrical conductivity measurement of CaO-Al2O3-CaF2 slags by van der Pauw-Ohta method
Noritaka Saito, Kyushu University

Quantitative studies on the microstructures of ternary CaO-Al2O3-SiO2 glasses, melts and correlation with their high-temperature viscosities
Jinglin You, SKLASS, Shanghai University

Effect of solid particles on the viscosity of a secondary copper smelting slag
Olivier Vergote, Ghent University
Session 22 | Vanadium and Aluminum


KEYNOTE | Phase diagram of V2O3-FetO-SiO2-CaO(15 mass%) system at 1623 K
Baijun Yan, University of Scicence and Technology Beijing

Phase relationship of quaternary system FeO-Al2O3-SiO2-“V2O3“ at 1873 K and its impact during melting of H-DRI for possible vanadium extraction
Johan Martinsson, Swerim AB

Viscosity evaluation of hot metal containing vanadium and titanium via a novel measurement technology and the thermodynamic analysis method
Wenzhou Yu, Chongqing University

Smelting of different hydrogen reduced bauxite residue - Calcite pellets for iron and alumina recovery
Manish Kumar Kar, Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU)
12:10 PM - 1:10 PM
Day 2 Lunch
1:10 PM - 2:50 PM
Session 20 | Physicochem. Props


Methodology development of electrical conductivity measurements for non-ferrous slags
Pieter-jan Boeykens, Ghent University

Machine learning - Enhanced modeling of thermal conductivity of SiO2-Al2O3-CaO slags
Mengyi Zhu, Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU)

Effects of FeO/SiO2 ratio and optical basicity on viscosity and melt structure of FeO–SiO2–Al2O3–CaO–MgO–Cr2O3 melts
Jenny Isaksson, Luleå University of Technology

Determining the properties of CaO-Al2O3-SiO2 slags from molecular dynamics simulation
Mengyi Zhu, Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU)
Session 23 | Impurity Distributions


Distribution behaviour of B and P in Si-slag system at 1500 °C
M. Akbar Rhamdhani, Swinburne University of Technology

Refining of Si-Ca-Al alloys using slag treatments
Elif Emil Kaya, Norwegian University of Science And Technology (NTNU)

Aluminothermic production of silicon using different raw materials
Katarina Jakovljevic, Norwegian University of Science And Technology (NTNU)
2:50 PM - 3:20 PM
Day 2 Afternoon Tea
3:20 PM - 5:25 PM
Session 21 | CaO-Al2O3-SiO2 Slags


Molecular dynamics simulation of viscosity of selected pure oxide melts
Alex Kondratiev, Lomonosov Moscow State University

Assessment of phase evolution in CaO–MgO–Al2O3–SiO2 system with varied Al2O3/SiO2 ratio using in-situ high-temperature Raman spectroscopy and X-ray scattering
Francis Gyakwaa, University of Oulu

Mixed alkali effect on structure of Al2O3-based slags
Sung-Hee Hyun, POSCO Steelmaking Research Group

Boron removal through multistage refining treatment using CaO-SiO₂-Al₂O₃ slag
Andreas Diga Pratama Putera, Swinburne University of Technology

Slag chemistry on the Moon
Surya Pratap Singh, Swinburne University of Technology
Session 24 | Ironmaking


Carburization and Melting of Hot Compacted Iron in a Coke Bed
Joonho Lee, Korea University

Molten slag flow in an ironmaking blast furnace: A mesoscopic level investigation
Xue Feng Dong, University of Wollongong

Modelling of gas-slag flow behavior in the ironmaking blast furnace: A review
Xue Feng Dong, University of Wollongong

Reduction and meliting behaviors of carbon-iron oxide composite using iron carbides and free carbon obtained by vapor deposition
Ryota Higashi, Tohoku University
6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Aussie Conference Dinner I Tuesday 18 June 2024

Boulevard Auditorium
8:25 AM - 9:50 AM
Day 2 Opening Session


Wrap Up from Day 1
Peter Hayes, PYROSEARCH, University of Queensland

PLENARY | Challenges facing non-ferrous metal production
Daniel Lindberg, Aalto University

PLENARY | Fusion of molten phase R&D into the metallurgical industry to drive circularity
Stanko Nikolic, Glencore Technology
9:50 AM - 10:20 AM
Day 2 Morning Tea
10:20 AM - 12:10 PM
Session 13 | Steelmaking


KEYNOTE | Recent advances in understanding phosphorus in oxygen steelmaking
Geoffrey Brooks, Swinburne Univesity of Technology

Reoxidation of Al-killed ultra-low C steel by FetO in CaO-Al2O3-MgOsat.-FetO slag representing RH slag by experiment and kinetic modeling
Youn-Bae Kang, Pohang University of Science and Technology (POSTECH)

Effect of MgO content on phase evolution during steelmaking slag cooling process
Wenfeng Gu, Tohoku University

On stability of CaS in liquid steel containing alumina or spinel inclusions
Sandeep Kumar, Indian Institute of Technology, Bombay
12:10 PM - 1:10 PM
Day 2 Lunch
1:10 PM - 2:50 PM
Session 14 | Steelmaking


Comparative study of oxide dissolution modelling in secondary steelmaking slags
Nikolaus Preisser, CD-Lab for Inclusion Metallurgy in Advanced Steelmaking

In-situ analysis of steelmaking slags and fluxes at elevated temperatures using a remote fiber optic Raman probe
Ronald O'Malley, Missouri University of Science and Technology

Crystallization control of CaO-SiO2-Al2O3-MgO system inclusion
Yong Wang, Wuhan University of Science and Technology

Understanding zinc-containing species in BOS dust
Raymond Longbottom, University of Wollongong
2:50 PM - 3:20 PM
Day 2 Afternoon Tea
3:20 PM - 5:25 PM
Session 15 | Steelmaking


Solubility of Nitrogen and Inclusion Characteristics in High Aluminium Steels
Mir Ishfaq, Indian Institute of Technology, Bombay

Effect of Al2O3/SiO2 ratio on structure and properties of mould flux for high-Al steel continuous casting
Oleg Ostrovski, The University of New South Wales Sydney

Using novel methods to characterise slag films for continuously casting challenging and innovative steel grades
Zushu Li, University of Warwick

Effect of liquefaction controlling components in carbon free mould powders for the continuous casting of ultra-low carbon steels
Nathalie Gruber, Montanuniversität Leoben

The effect of iron oxide on sulfide capacities of CaO-based molten slags
Masakatsu Hasegawa, Kyoto University
6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Aussie Conference Dinner I Tuesday 18 June 2024

Boulevard B1
8:25 AM - 9:50 AM
9:50 AM - 10:20 AM
Day 2 Morning Tea
10:20 AM - 12:10 PM
Session 16 | Non-Ferrous


KEYNOTE | Challenges and limitations in development of large thermodynamic database for multiple molten phases using Modified Quasichemical Formalism
Denis Shishin, University of Queensland

Impurity capacities of non-ferrous slags
Ramana Reddy, The University of Alabama

Improving industrial copper processing operations through the application of thermodynamic fundamentals and advanced predictive tools
Gerardo Alvear, University of Queensland

Towards integration of pyro- and hydrometallurgical unit operations for efficient recovery of battery metals from waste lithium-ion batteries
Anna Klemettinen, Aalto University
12:10 PM - 1:10 PM
Day 2 Lunch
1:10 PM - 2:50 PM
Session 17 | Non-Ferrous


A critical thermodynamic & sustainability assessment of PCB recycling through secondary Cu smelting process
Ashok Kamaraj, Indian Institute of Technology, Hyderabad

Pyrometallurgical treatment of nickel smelting slag with biochar
Desmond Attah-Kyei, Aalto University

Practicalities of the use of fayalite slags for recovery of metals from urban wastes
Stuart Nicol, Glencore Technology

Improvement of the Copper Flash Smelting Furnace (FSF) and the Slag Cleaning Furnace (SCF) process by advice-based control of silica and coke addition
Victor Montenegro, Aurubis AG
2:50 PM - 3:20 PM
Day 2 Afternoon Tea
3:20 PM - 5:25 PM
Session 18 | Non-Ferrous


Coupled phase diagram experiments and thermodynamic modeling of CaO-SiO2-Ga2O3 system for the recycling of Ga
Woon-oh Choe, Seoul National University

Increasing cobalt recovery during oxidative blast of copper-nickel matte
Roman Pakhomov, Gipronikel Institute LLC

Distribution of Pb, Zn, Fe, Sn, Sb, Bi and Ni between oxide liquid and metal in the “CuO0.5”-CaO-AlO1.5 system in equilibrium with Cu
Georgii Khartcyzov, PYROSEARCH, University of Queensland

Equilibrium distribution of Pb between copper metal and slags
Tao Kan, CSIRO
6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Aussie Conference Dinner I Tuesday 18 June 2024

Boulevard B2
8:25 AM - 9:50 AM
9:50 AM - 10:20 AM
Day 2 Morning Tea
10:20 AM - 12:10 PM
Session 19 | Physicochem. Props.


KEYNOTE | Ionic Structure Analysis of Relaxed Surface of Molten Oxide Slags for Surface Tension Modeling
Masanori Suzuki, Osaka University

Electrical conductivity measurement of CaO-Al2O3-CaF2 slags by van der Pauw-Ohta method
Noritaka Saito, Kyushu University

Quantitative studies on the microstructures of ternary CaO-Al2O3-SiO2 glasses, melts and correlation with their high-temperature viscosities
Jinglin You, SKLASS, Shanghai University

Effect of solid particles on the viscosity of a secondary copper smelting slag
Olivier Vergote, Ghent University
12:10 PM - 1:10 PM
Day 2 Lunch
1:10 PM - 2:50 PM
Session 20 | Physicochem. Props


Methodology development of electrical conductivity measurements for non-ferrous slags
Pieter-jan Boeykens, Ghent University

Machine learning - Enhanced modeling of thermal conductivity of SiO2-Al2O3-CaO slags
Mengyi Zhu, Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU)

Effects of FeO/SiO2 ratio and optical basicity on viscosity and melt structure of FeO–SiO2–Al2O3–CaO–MgO–Cr2O3 melts
Jenny Isaksson, Luleå University of Technology

Determining the properties of CaO-Al2O3-SiO2 slags from molecular dynamics simulation
Mengyi Zhu, Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU)
2:50 PM - 3:20 PM
Day 2 Afternoon Tea
3:20 PM - 5:25 PM
Session 21 | CaO-Al2O3-SiO2 Slags


Molecular dynamics simulation of viscosity of selected pure oxide melts
Alex Kondratiev, Lomonosov Moscow State University

Assessment of phase evolution in CaO–MgO–Al2O3–SiO2 system with varied Al2O3/SiO2 ratio using in-situ high-temperature Raman spectroscopy and X-ray scattering
Francis Gyakwaa, University of Oulu

Mixed alkali effect on structure of Al2O3-based slags
Sung-Hee Hyun, POSCO Steelmaking Research Group

Boron removal through multistage refining treatment using CaO-SiO₂-Al₂O₃ slag
Andreas Diga Pratama Putera, Swinburne University of Technology

Slag chemistry on the Moon
Surya Pratap Singh, Swinburne University of Technology
6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Aussie Conference Dinner I Tuesday 18 June 2024

Boulevard B3
8:25 AM - 9:50 AM
9:50 AM - 10:20 AM
Day 2 Morning Tea
10:20 AM - 12:10 PM
Session 22 | Vanadium and Aluminum


KEYNOTE | Phase diagram of V2O3-FetO-SiO2-CaO(15 mass%) system at 1623 K
Baijun Yan, University of Scicence and Technology Beijing

Phase relationship of quaternary system FeO-Al2O3-SiO2-“V2O3“ at 1873 K and its impact during melting of H-DRI for possible vanadium extraction
Johan Martinsson, Swerim AB

Viscosity evaluation of hot metal containing vanadium and titanium via a novel measurement technology and the thermodynamic analysis method
Wenzhou Yu, Chongqing University

Smelting of different hydrogen reduced bauxite residue - Calcite pellets for iron and alumina recovery
Manish Kumar Kar, Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU)
12:10 PM - 1:10 PM
Day 2 Lunch
1:10 PM - 2:50 PM
Session 23 | Impurity Distributions


Distribution behaviour of B and P in Si-slag system at 1500 °C
M. Akbar Rhamdhani, Swinburne University of Technology

Refining of Si-Ca-Al alloys using slag treatments
Elif Emil Kaya, Norwegian University of Science And Technology (NTNU)

Aluminothermic production of silicon using different raw materials
Katarina Jakovljevic, Norwegian University of Science And Technology (NTNU)
2:50 PM - 3:20 PM
Day 2 Afternoon Tea
3:20 PM - 5:25 PM
Session 24 | Ironmaking


Carburization and Melting of Hot Compacted Iron in a Coke Bed
Joonho Lee, Korea University

Molten slag flow in an ironmaking blast furnace: A mesoscopic level investigation
Xue Feng Dong, University of Wollongong

Modelling of gas-slag flow behavior in the ironmaking blast furnace: A review
Xue Feng Dong, University of Wollongong

Reduction and meliting behaviors of carbon-iron oxide composite using iron carbides and free carbon obtained by vapor deposition
Ryota Higashi, Tohoku University
6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Aussie Conference Dinner I Tuesday 18 June 2024


Wednesday, June 19, 2024

Boulevard Auditorium
Boulevard B1
Boulevard B2
Boulevard B3
8:30 AM - 9:15 AM
Day 3 Opening Session


Wrap Up from Day 2
Peter Hayes, PYROSEARCH, University of Queensland

PLENARY | University research on molten slags, matte, speiss and metal systems for high temperature processing – challenges, opportunities and solutions
Evgueni Jak, PYROSEARCH, University of Queensland
9:15 AM - 9:25 AM
Move to Next Session
9:25 AM - 10:50 AM
Session 25 | Electroslag


KEYNOTE | State of the art of the electroslag refining and challenges of ingot cleanness control
Lev Medovar, E.O. Paton Welding Institute (PWI) & China First Heavy Industries (CFHI)

Effect of SiO2 on crystallization and structure of CaF2-CaO-Al2O3 slag used in electroslag remelting
Midhun P M, Indian Institute of Technology, Bombay, India

Genetic design of personalized slag for manufacturing die steel via electroslag remelting method and an industrial application case
Zhouhua Jiang, Northeastern University
Session 28 | Process Simulation


KEYNOTE | Process modeling and high throughput thermochemical calculations using ChemApp for Python
Stephan Petersen, GTT-Technologies

Combining the power of computational thermochemistry with the convenience of Python within the digital platforms of SMS Group
Sabrine Khadhraoui, SMS Group GmbH

Understanding the side-blown furnace slag system at Glencore Nordenham’s lead plant: From theory to industrial application
Alejandro Abadias Llamas, Glencore Nordenham
Session 31 | Steelmaking


KEYNOTE | Sulfur distribution ratio in iron and steelmaking slags
Ramana Reddy, The University of Alabama

Effect of solid-solved FeO and MnO on hydration of free MgO in steelmaking slag
Ryo Inoue, Tohoku University

A phenomena-based model to investigate the possibility of scrap melting in an Open Slag Bath Furnace (OSBF) for green ironmaking
Ali Emami, Tata Steel Technology B.v.
Session 34 | Si-alloys


KEYNOTE | Efficient material descriptions for modelling high-temperature processes
Johan Zietsman, Ex Mente Technologies

Thermal phosphorus – It’s a hot commodity with a hot process
Ewan Wingate, Bechtel Mining & Metals

Manufacturing of FeSiB high-temperature phase change material by silicothermic reduction
Jianmeng Jiao, Norwegian University of Science And Technology (NTNU)
10:50 AM - 11:20 AM
Day 3 Morning Tea
11:20 AM - 12:35 PM
Session 26 | Steelmaking


An investigation of potential wear occurring on refractory lining and coating formation - A remedy of wear in a basic oxygen steelmaking furnace using CFD modelling
Subhasish Mitra, The University of Newcastle

Activities of components in Ca2SiO4-Ca3P2O8 solid solution at 1573 K
Keijiro Saito, Kyoto University

A machine learning model to predict non-metallic inclusion dissolution in the metallurgical slag
Wangzhong Mu, KTH Royal Institute of Technology
Session 29 | Refractory


Corrosion behavior of ferrite and aluminate refractories in cryolite-aluminium melts
M. Akbar Rhamdhani, Swinburne University of Technology

The interaction between slag and MgO refractory at conditions relevant to nickel laterite ore smelting
Taufiq Hidayat, Institut Teknologi Bandung

Radical involved reaction and weak magnetic effect between alumina refractory and high alumina slags
Shenghao Li, The State Key Laboratory of Refractories and Metallurgy
Session 32 | DRI and EAF


Molybdenum disilicide production using a silicon-containing molten bath via the hot dipping method
Jonah Gamutan, Curtin University

A study of heat and material balances in direct reduction plant with various conditions
MinJu Sun, Hyundai Steel

Slag volume effects on DRI-based electric furnace steelmaking
Chris Pistorius, Carnegie Mellon University
Session 35 | Mn and Ti Production


Dissolution of quartz in Mn-slags during production of SiMn alloy
Vincent Canaguier, SINTEF

Flow investigation of multiphase manganese slags
Vishal Rimal, Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU)
12:35 PM - 1:35 PM
Day 3 Lunch
1:35 PM - 3:15 PM
Session 27 | Steelmaking


Effect of CeO2 content on the fluidity of continuous casting mold slag
Zhang Chen, University of Science and Technology Beijing

Effect of C/A ratio on the crystallization behavior and structure of calcium-aluminate based alternative mould fluxes for casting medium and high Mn/Al steels
Rahul Sarkar, Indian Institute of Technology, Kanpur

A fundamental investigation on welding flux tunability geared towards high heat input submerged arc welding for shipbuilding applications
Xiao Yang, Westlake University

Effect of mill-scale and calcined dolomite on high Al2O3 sinter and its reduction behavior
Seong-jin Kim, Pohang University of Science and Technology (POSTECH)
Session 30 | Phase Analysis


KEYNOTE | Chemical- and micro-analytical techniques for molten slags, mattes, speisses and alloys
Jiang (Jeff) Chen, University of Queensland

Thermodynamic modeling of the Fe-Al-Ti-O system and evolution of Al-Ti complex inclusions during Ti-added ultra low carbon steel production
Young-Joon Park, Pohang University of Science and Technology (POSTECH)

Visualisation of calculated thermodynamic properties by integration of FactSage with SEM-EDS element maps
Nathan Barrett, Centre for Ironmaking Materials Research
Session 33 | Ironmaking


Fluxing options and slag operating window for Metso’s DRI smelting furnace
Joseph Hamuyuni, Mesto

Effect of alumina on microstructures of iron ore sinters from the perspective of the phase equilibria of the CaO-SiO2-Fe2O3-Al2O3 system
Miyuki Hayashi, Tokyo Institute of Technology

In-situ Observation of Phase Transition of Silico-Ferrite of Calcium and Aluminum
Haeun Kim, Korea University
Session 36 | CO2 Reduction


Measuring circular economy through Life Cycle Assessment: challenges and recommendations based on a study on recycling of Al dross, bottom ash and shavings
Elisa Pastor-Vallés, Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU)

Lessons learned from attempts at minimizing CO2 emissions in process metallurgy: Pyrolyzed secondary raw materials, bio-coke, and hydrogen as alternative reducing agents
Fabian Diaz, RWTH Aachen University

The possibility of using an autogenous hydrogen-DRI slag as a raw material for vanadium extraction
Johan Martinsson, Swerim AB
3:15 PM - 4:00 PM
Closing Session


Glencore Technology Presentation | Poster Winners
Peter Hayes, PYROSEARCH, University of Queensland

Thanks | Molten 2028
Peter Hayes, PYROSEARCH, University of Queensland
Boulevard Auditorium
Boulevard B1
8:30 AM - 9:15 AM
Day 3 Opening Session


Wrap Up from Day 2
Peter Hayes, PYROSEARCH, University of Queensland

PLENARY | University research on molten slags, matte, speiss and metal systems for high temperature processing – challenges, opportunities and solutions
Evgueni Jak, PYROSEARCH, University of Queensland
9:15 AM - 9:25 AM
Move to Next Session
9:25 AM - 10:50 AM
Session 25 | Electroslag


KEYNOTE | State of the art of the electroslag refining and challenges of ingot cleanness control
Lev Medovar, E.O. Paton Welding Institute (PWI) & China First Heavy Industries (CFHI)

Effect of SiO2 on crystallization and structure of CaF2-CaO-Al2O3 slag used in electroslag remelting
Midhun P M, Indian Institute of Technology, Bombay, India

Genetic design of personalized slag for manufacturing die steel via electroslag remelting method and an industrial application case
Zhouhua Jiang, Northeastern University
Session 28 | Process Simulation


KEYNOTE | Process modeling and high throughput thermochemical calculations using ChemApp for Python
Stephan Petersen, GTT-Technologies

Combining the power of computational thermochemistry with the convenience of Python within the digital platforms of SMS Group
Sabrine Khadhraoui, SMS Group GmbH

Understanding the side-blown furnace slag system at Glencore Nordenham’s lead plant: From theory to industrial application
Alejandro Abadias Llamas, Glencore Nordenham
10:50 AM - 11:20 AM
Day 3 Morning Tea
11:20 AM - 12:35 PM
Session 26 | Steelmaking


An investigation of potential wear occurring on refractory lining and coating formation - A remedy of wear in a basic oxygen steelmaking furnace using CFD modelling
Subhasish Mitra, The University of Newcastle

Activities of components in Ca2SiO4-Ca3P2O8 solid solution at 1573 K
Keijiro Saito, Kyoto University

A machine learning model to predict non-metallic inclusion dissolution in the metallurgical slag
Wangzhong Mu, KTH Royal Institute of Technology
Session 29 | Refractory


Corrosion behavior of ferrite and aluminate refractories in cryolite-aluminium melts
M. Akbar Rhamdhani, Swinburne University of Technology

The interaction between slag and MgO refractory at conditions relevant to nickel laterite ore smelting
Taufiq Hidayat, Institut Teknologi Bandung

Radical involved reaction and weak magnetic effect between alumina refractory and high alumina slags
Shenghao Li, The State Key Laboratory of Refractories and Metallurgy
12:35 PM - 1:35 PM
Day 3 Lunch
1:35 PM - 3:15 PM
Session 27 | Steelmaking


Effect of CeO2 content on the fluidity of continuous casting mold slag
Zhang Chen, University of Science and Technology Beijing

Effect of C/A ratio on the crystallization behavior and structure of calcium-aluminate based alternative mould fluxes for casting medium and high Mn/Al steels
Rahul Sarkar, Indian Institute of Technology, Kanpur

A fundamental investigation on welding flux tunability geared towards high heat input submerged arc welding for shipbuilding applications
Xiao Yang, Westlake University

Effect of mill-scale and calcined dolomite on high Al2O3 sinter and its reduction behavior
Seong-jin Kim, Pohang University of Science and Technology (POSTECH)
Session 30 | Phase Analysis


KEYNOTE | Chemical- and micro-analytical techniques for molten slags, mattes, speisses and alloys
Jiang (Jeff) Chen, University of Queensland

Thermodynamic modeling of the Fe-Al-Ti-O system and evolution of Al-Ti complex inclusions during Ti-added ultra low carbon steel production
Young-Joon Park, Pohang University of Science and Technology (POSTECH)

Visualisation of calculated thermodynamic properties by integration of FactSage with SEM-EDS element maps
Nathan Barrett, Centre for Ironmaking Materials Research
3:15 PM - 4:00 PM
Closing Session


Glencore Technology Presentation | Poster Winners
Peter Hayes, PYROSEARCH, University of Queensland

Thanks | Molten 2028
Peter Hayes, PYROSEARCH, University of Queensland

Boulevard B2
Boulevard B3
8:30 AM - 9:15 AM
9:15 AM - 9:25 AM
Move to Next Session
9:25 AM - 10:50 AM
Session 31 | Steelmaking


KEYNOTE | Sulfur distribution ratio in iron and steelmaking slags
Ramana Reddy, The University of Alabama

Effect of solid-solved FeO and MnO on hydration of free MgO in steelmaking slag
Ryo Inoue, Tohoku University

A phenomena-based model to investigate the possibility of scrap melting in an Open Slag Bath Furnace (OSBF) for green ironmaking
Ali Emami, Tata Steel Technology B.v.
Session 34 | Si-alloys


KEYNOTE | Efficient material descriptions for modelling high-temperature processes
Johan Zietsman, Ex Mente Technologies

Thermal phosphorus – It’s a hot commodity with a hot process
Ewan Wingate, Bechtel Mining & Metals

Manufacturing of FeSiB high-temperature phase change material by silicothermic reduction
Jianmeng Jiao, Norwegian University of Science And Technology (NTNU)
10:50 AM - 11:20 AM
Day 3 Morning Tea
11:20 AM - 12:35 PM
Session 32 | DRI and EAF


Molybdenum disilicide production using a silicon-containing molten bath via the hot dipping method
Jonah Gamutan, Curtin University

A study of heat and material balances in direct reduction plant with various conditions
MinJu Sun, Hyundai Steel

Slag volume effects on DRI-based electric furnace steelmaking
Chris Pistorius, Carnegie Mellon University
Session 35 | Mn and Ti Production


Dissolution of quartz in Mn-slags during production of SiMn alloy
Vincent Canaguier, SINTEF

Flow investigation of multiphase manganese slags
Vishal Rimal, Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU)
12:35 PM - 1:35 PM
Day 3 Lunch
1:35 PM - 3:15 PM
Session 33 | Ironmaking


Fluxing options and slag operating window for Metso’s DRI smelting furnace
Joseph Hamuyuni, Mesto

Effect of alumina on microstructures of iron ore sinters from the perspective of the phase equilibria of the CaO-SiO2-Fe2O3-Al2O3 system
Miyuki Hayashi, Tokyo Institute of Technology

In-situ Observation of Phase Transition of Silico-Ferrite of Calcium and Aluminum
Haeun Kim, Korea University
Session 36 | CO2 Reduction


Measuring circular economy through Life Cycle Assessment: challenges and recommendations based on a study on recycling of Al dross, bottom ash and shavings
Elisa Pastor-Vallés, Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU)

Lessons learned from attempts at minimizing CO2 emissions in process metallurgy: Pyrolyzed secondary raw materials, bio-coke, and hydrogen as alternative reducing agents
Fabian Diaz, RWTH Aachen University

The possibility of using an autogenous hydrogen-DRI slag as a raw material for vanadium extraction
Johan Martinsson, Swerim AB
3:15 PM - 4:00 PM

Boulevard Auditorium
8:30 AM - 9:15 AM
Day 3 Opening Session


Wrap Up from Day 2
Peter Hayes, PYROSEARCH, University of Queensland

PLENARY | University research on molten slags, matte, speiss and metal systems for high temperature processing – challenges, opportunities and solutions
Evgueni Jak, PYROSEARCH, University of Queensland
9:15 AM - 9:25 AM
Move to Next Session
9:25 AM - 10:50 AM
Session 25 | Electroslag


KEYNOTE | State of the art of the electroslag refining and challenges of ingot cleanness control
Lev Medovar, E.O. Paton Welding Institute (PWI) & China First Heavy Industries (CFHI)

Effect of SiO2 on crystallization and structure of CaF2-CaO-Al2O3 slag used in electroslag remelting
Midhun P M, Indian Institute of Technology, Bombay, India

Genetic design of personalized slag for manufacturing die steel via electroslag remelting method and an industrial application case
Zhouhua Jiang, Northeastern University
10:50 AM - 11:20 AM
Day 3 Morning Tea
11:20 AM - 12:35 PM
Session 26 | Steelmaking


An investigation of potential wear occurring on refractory lining and coating formation - A remedy of wear in a basic oxygen steelmaking furnace using CFD modelling
Subhasish Mitra, The University of Newcastle

Activities of components in Ca2SiO4-Ca3P2O8 solid solution at 1573 K
Keijiro Saito, Kyoto University

A machine learning model to predict non-metallic inclusion dissolution in the metallurgical slag
Wangzhong Mu, KTH Royal Institute of Technology
12:35 PM - 1:35 PM
Day 3 Lunch
1:35 PM - 3:15 PM
Session 27 | Steelmaking


Effect of CeO2 content on the fluidity of continuous casting mold slag
Zhang Chen, University of Science and Technology Beijing

Effect of C/A ratio on the crystallization behavior and structure of calcium-aluminate based alternative mould fluxes for casting medium and high Mn/Al steels
Rahul Sarkar, Indian Institute of Technology, Kanpur

A fundamental investigation on welding flux tunability geared towards high heat input submerged arc welding for shipbuilding applications
Xiao Yang, Westlake University

Effect of mill-scale and calcined dolomite on high Al2O3 sinter and its reduction behavior
Seong-jin Kim, Pohang University of Science and Technology (POSTECH)
3:15 PM - 4:00 PM
Closing Session


Glencore Technology Presentation | Poster Winners
Peter Hayes, PYROSEARCH, University of Queensland

Thanks | Molten 2028
Peter Hayes, PYROSEARCH, University of Queensland

Boulevard B1
8:30 AM - 9:15 AM
9:15 AM - 9:25 AM
Move to Next Session
9:25 AM - 10:50 AM
Session 28 | Process Simulation


KEYNOTE | Process modeling and high throughput thermochemical calculations using ChemApp for Python
Stephan Petersen, GTT-Technologies

Combining the power of computational thermochemistry with the convenience of Python within the digital platforms of SMS Group
Sabrine Khadhraoui, SMS Group GmbH

Understanding the side-blown furnace slag system at Glencore Nordenham’s lead plant: From theory to industrial application
Alejandro Abadias Llamas, Glencore Nordenham
10:50 AM - 11:20 AM
Day 3 Morning Tea
11:20 AM - 12:35 PM
Session 29 | Refractory


Corrosion behavior of ferrite and aluminate refractories in cryolite-aluminium melts
M. Akbar Rhamdhani, Swinburne University of Technology

The interaction between slag and MgO refractory at conditions relevant to nickel laterite ore smelting
Taufiq Hidayat, Institut Teknologi Bandung

Radical involved reaction and weak magnetic effect between alumina refractory and high alumina slags
Shenghao Li, The State Key Laboratory of Refractories and Metallurgy
12:35 PM - 1:35 PM
Day 3 Lunch
1:35 PM - 3:15 PM
Session 30 | Phase Analysis


KEYNOTE | Chemical- and micro-analytical techniques for molten slags, mattes, speisses and alloys
Jiang (Jeff) Chen, University of Queensland

Thermodynamic modeling of the Fe-Al-Ti-O system and evolution of Al-Ti complex inclusions during Ti-added ultra low carbon steel production
Young-Joon Park, Pohang University of Science and Technology (POSTECH)

Visualisation of calculated thermodynamic properties by integration of FactSage with SEM-EDS element maps
Nathan Barrett, Centre for Ironmaking Materials Research
3:15 PM - 4:00 PM




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