Device for generating power by utilizing high-pressure blast furnace molten iron jet flow
By installing a residual pressure power generation device at the blast furnace taphole, the energy of the molten iron jet is converted into electrical energy, solving the problems of energy waste and erosion, and achieving rational energy utilization and cost reduction.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2025-04-24
- Publication Date
- 2026-03-17
AI Technical Summary
The energy of the molten iron jet in the blast furnace hearth is not being used properly, resulting in energy waste and erosion of the taphole main channel and dust collector, increasing maintenance costs.
A residual pressure power generation device is installed at the taphole. Through the residual pressure conversion unit, generator and electrical storage unit, the impact energy of the molten iron jet is converted into electrical energy and stored for use in the operation of furnace equipment and lighting.
The effective use of molten iron jet energy reduces erosion of the main trench and dust collector, lowers maintenance costs, and provides a stable power supply.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of blast furnace smelting technology, and more specifically, to a device for generating electricity using high-pressure blast furnace molten iron jet. Background Technology
[0002] Molten iron flows out of the taphole in the blast furnace hearth. Due to the high pressure inside the furnace, the molten iron often sprays a distance after leaving the taphole. The molten iron jet has a large jet energy. However, this energy has not been used properly, resulting in a waste of energy. Moreover, the molten iron jet has a strong corrosive effect on the taphole main channel and dust hood. The main channel and dust hood require regular maintenance. Therefore, how to effectively and safely utilize this energy has great economic benefits and practical significance. Utility Model Content
[0003] In response to the aforementioned technical problem of energy waste caused by the unreasonable utilization of molten iron jet energy in the blast furnace hearth, a high-pressure blast furnace molten iron jet power generation device is provided. By setting up residual pressure power generation equipment at the taphole, the impact energy of the molten iron jet at the taphole can be safely and reasonably utilized, and this energy can be converted into electrical energy for storage, which can be used for the daily operation of the furnace front equipment.
[0004] The technical means adopted in this utility model are as follows:
[0005] A power generation device utilizing high-pressure blast furnace molten iron jet, wherein the hearth of the blast furnace is provided with an iron tap hole that connects the interior to the iron tap frame, and the molten iron in the hearth can be jetted out from the iron tap on the iron tap frame through the iron tap hole to form an iron flow.
[0006] The power generation device includes a molten iron residual pressure conversion unit, a generator, and an electrical storage unit;
[0007] The molten iron pressure conversion section includes a support body, a movable base, a fixed beam, and a track;
[0008] The track is laid on the side of the ditch between the two main ditches in front of the taphole on the blast furnace; the movable base is movably installed on the track, and the supporting body is fixedly connected to the movable base through the fixed beam. The movable base is used to drive the supporting body to move back and forth along the track through the fixed beam, so that the supporting body approaches or moves away from the taphole.
[0009] The supporting structure includes a diversion pipe and a high-temperature resistant water turbine; the high-temperature resistant water turbine is fixedly installed in the diversion pipe, and the runner is located inside the diversion pipe; the inlet of the diversion pipe can be connected to the iron tap; the main shaft of the high-temperature resistant water turbine is connected to the rotor of the generator; the bottom of the diversion pipe is connected to a molten iron discharge pipe, and the bottom outlet of the molten iron discharge pipe is located above the main ditch;
[0010] The energy storage unit is electrically connected to the generator and is used to store the electrical energy generated by the generator.
[0011] Furthermore, the movable base is slidably mounted on the track via rollers.
[0012] Furthermore, the energy storage unit includes a transformer and a battery. The transformer is electrically connected to the generator and the battery respectively, and is used to convert the voltage generated by the generator into the charging voltage of the battery and then deliver it to the battery for storage.
[0013] Furthermore, the battery is electrically connected to an end user who needs electricity, and the battery is able to supply power to the end user.
[0014] Furthermore, the main trough includes a front section of the main trough near the blast furnace and a rear section of the main trough located behind the front section of the main trough. The depth of the rear section of the main trough is greater than the depth of the front section of the main trough, and the bottom outlet of the molten iron discharge pipe is located above the rear section of the main trough.
[0015] Compared with the prior art, the present invention has the following advantages:
[0016] The present invention provides a power generation device utilizing high-pressure blast furnace molten iron jet. This device generates electricity by safely and rationally utilizing the impact energy of the molten iron jet from the taphole, and stores the electricity for use in furnace equipment operation and lighting. This fully utilizes the energy contained in the molten iron jet, while avoiding erosion of the main channel and dust cover by the high-pressure molten iron jet, significantly reducing the cost of manual operation and maintenance. It has important application significance.
[0017] Based on the above reasons, this utility model can be widely promoted in various fields. Attached Figure Description
[0018] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this utility model or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.
[0019] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the high-pressure blast furnace molten iron jet power generation device described in this utility model.
[0020] In the diagram: 1. Iron tap frame; 2. Iron flow; 3. Iron tap; 4. Diversion pipe; 5. High-temperature resistant water turbine; 6. Generator; 7. Transformer; 8. Battery; 9. Front section of main trench; 10. Rear section of main trench; 11. Iron tap duct; 12. Movable base; 13. Fixed beam; 14. Track; 15. Iron discharge pipe. Detailed Implementation
[0021] It should be noted that, where there is no conflict, the embodiments and features in the embodiments of this utility model can be combined with each other. The present utility model will now be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments.
[0022] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of this utility model clearer, the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this utility model, and not all embodiments. The following description of at least one exemplary embodiment is merely illustrative and is in no way intended to limit this utility model or its application or use. Based on the embodiments of this utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this utility model.
[0023] It should be noted that the terminology used herein is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to limit the exemplary embodiments according to the present invention. As used herein, the singular form is intended to include the plural form as well, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise. Furthermore, it should be understood that when the terms "comprising" and / or "including" are used in this specification, they indicate the presence of features, steps, operations, devices, components, and / or combinations thereof.
[0024] Unless otherwise specifically stated, the relative arrangement, numerical expressions, and values of the components and steps described in these embodiments do not limit the scope of this invention. It should also be understood that, for ease of description, the dimensions of the various parts shown in the drawings are not drawn to actual scale. Techniques, methods, and devices known to those skilled in the art may not be discussed in detail, but where appropriate, such techniques, methods, and devices should be considered part of the specification. In all examples shown and discussed herein, any specific values should be interpreted as merely exemplary and not as limitations. Therefore, other examples of exemplary embodiments may have different values. It should be noted that similar reference numerals and letters in the following drawings denote similar items; therefore, once an item is defined in one drawing, it need not be further discussed in subsequent drawings.
[0025] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the orientation or positional relationship indicated by directional terms such as "front, back, up, down, left, right", "horizontal, vertical, horizontal" and "top, bottom" is usually based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, and is only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description. Unless otherwise stated, these directional terms do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation on the scope of protection of this utility model. The directional terms "inner" and "outer" refer to the inner and outer contours relative to the outline of each component itself.
[0026] For ease of description, spatial relative terms such as "above," "over," "on the upper surface of," "above," etc., are used herein to describe the spatial positional relationship of a device or feature as shown in the figures to other devices or features. It should be understood that spatial relative terms are intended to encompass different orientations in use or operation besides the orientation of the device as described in the figures. For example, if the device in the figures is inverted, a device described as "above" or "above" other devices or structures would subsequently be positioned as "below" or "under" other devices or structures. Thus, the exemplary term "above" can include both "above" and "below." The device may also be positioned in other different ways (rotated 90 degrees or in other orientations), and the spatial relative descriptions used herein will be interpreted accordingly.
[0027] Furthermore, it should be noted that the use of terms such as "first" and "second" to define components is merely for the purpose of distinguishing the corresponding components. Unless otherwise stated, the above terms have no special meaning and therefore cannot be construed as limiting the scope of protection of this utility model.
[0028] Example 1
[0029] like Figure 1 As shown, this utility model provides a power generation device using high-pressure blast furnace molten iron jet. The hearth of the blast furnace is provided with an iron tap hole 11 that connects the interior to the iron tap frame 1. Molten iron in the hearth can be jetted out from the iron tap 3 on the iron tap frame 1 through the iron tap hole 11 to form an iron flow 2.
[0030] The power generation device includes a molten iron residual pressure conversion unit, a generator 6, and an electrical storage unit;
[0031] The molten iron pressure conversion section includes a support body, a movable base 12, a fixed beam 13, and a track 14;
[0032] The track 14 is laid on the side of the ditch between the two main ditches in front of the taphole 3 on the blast furnace; the movable base 12 is movably installed on the track 14; the supporting body is fixedly connected to the movable base 12 through the fixed beam 13; the movable base 12 is used to drive the supporting body to move back and forth along the track 14 through the fixed beam 13, so that the supporting body approaches or moves away from the taphole 3.
[0033] The supporting structure includes a diversion pipe 4 and a high-temperature resistant water turbine 5. The high-temperature resistant water turbine 5 is fixedly installed in the diversion pipe 4, and the runner is located inside the diversion pipe 4. The inlet of the diversion pipe 4 can be connected to the iron tap 3, so that the iron flow 2 injected into the diversion pipe 4 impacts the runner of the high-temperature resistant water turbine 5, converting the energy of the iron flow 2 into mechanical energy. The main shaft of the high-temperature resistant water turbine 5 is connected to the rotor of the generator 6, transferring the mechanical energy generated by the rotation of the runner of the high-temperature resistant water turbine 5 to the generator 6 for power generation. The bottom of the diversion pipe 4 is connected to a molten iron discharge pipe 15, and the bottom outlet of the molten iron discharge pipe 15 is located above the main trench, used to discharge the molten iron after impacting the runner of the high-temperature resistant water turbine 5 into the main trench.
[0034] The energy storage unit is electrically connected to the generator 6 and is used to store the electrical energy generated by the generator 6.
[0035] Furthermore, the movable base 12 is slidably mounted on the track 14 via rollers.
[0036] Furthermore, the high-temperature resistant water turbine 5 can be an existing water turbine, and its internal structure and working principle will not be described in detail in this application; the outer shell and the runner of the high-temperature resistant water turbine 5 are both made of high-temperature resistant alloy and coated with Al2O3-SiC-C refractory material on the surface.
[0037] Furthermore, the energy storage unit includes a transformer 7 and a battery 8. The transformer 7 is electrically connected to the generator 6 and the battery 8 respectively, and is used to convert the voltage generated by the generator 6 into the charging voltage of the battery 8 and then deliver it to the battery 8 for storage. The generator 6, the transformer 7 and the battery 8 can all be existing products, and will not be described in detail in this application.
[0038] Furthermore, the battery 8 is electrically connected to end users who require electricity, including furnace equipment, lighting, and emergency energy storage devices, and the battery 8 is able to supply power to the end users.
[0039] Furthermore, the main trough includes a front section 9 near the blast furnace and a rear section 10 located behind the front section 9. The depth of the rear section 10 is greater than the depth of the front section 9. The bottom outlet of the molten iron discharge pipe 15 is located above the rear section 10. Molten iron after impacting the runner of the high-temperature turbine 5 is discharged into the rear section 10. Deepening the rear section 10 provides space for the molten iron discharge pipe 15 to discharge molten iron, preventing the molten iron discharge pipe 15 from being damaged by contact with the molten iron in the main trough.
[0040] When the high-pressure blast furnace molten iron jet power generation device described in this utility model is working, after the iron flow 2 stabilizes by opening the tap 3, the supporting body is moved to a suitable position in front of the tap 3 by using the movable base 12 on the track 14, so that the inlet of the diversion pipe 4 is connected to the tap 3, so that the iron flow 2 can just completely enter the diversion pipe 4. The iron flow 2 directly impacts the rotor of the high-temperature resistant water turbine 5 and the mechanical energy generated by the rotor rotation is transferred to the generator 6 to generate electricity through the main shaft of the high-temperature resistant water turbine 5. The molten iron after the iron flow 2 impacts the rotor is discharged into the rear section 10 of the main ditch through the molten iron discharge pipe 15. The generator 6 transmits the generated electrical energy to the battery 8 for storage through the transformer 7. The battery 8 is connected to end users such as furnace front equipment, lighting, and emergency energy storage devices, and can provide power to end users when needed.
[0041] The present invention provides a power generation device utilizing high-pressure blast furnace molten iron jet. This device generates electricity by safely and rationally utilizing the impact energy of the molten iron jet from the taphole, and stores the electricity for use in furnace equipment operation and lighting. This fully utilizes the energy contained in the molten iron jet, while avoiding erosion of the main channel and dust cover by the high-pressure molten iron jet, significantly reducing the cost of manual operation and maintenance. It has important application significance.
[0042] Finally, it should be noted that the above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of this utility model, and are not intended to limit it. Although this utility model has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that modifications can still be made to the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments, or equivalent substitutions can be made to some or all of the technical features therein. Such modifications or substitutions do not cause the essence of the corresponding technical solutions to deviate from the scope of the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model.
Claims
1. A molten iron jet flow of high pressure blast furnace for generating electricity device, the blast furnace hearth is provided with the iron notch channel which communicates the inside and the iron notch frame, the molten iron in the blast furnace hearth can be jetted out from the iron notch on the iron notch frame through the iron notch channel and form the iron flow, it is characterized in following: The generating electricity device includes the molten iron residual pressure conversion part, the generator and the electric storage part, the molten iron residual pressure conversion part includes the support main body, the movable base, the fixed beam and the track, the track is laid on the groove side between the two main grooves in front of the iron notch on the blast furnace, the movable base is movably installed on the track, and the support main body is fixedly connected with the movable base through the fixed beam. The support main body includes the flow guide pipe and the high-temperature resistant water turbine, the high-temperature resistant water turbine is fixedly installed in the flow guide pipe, and the runner is located in the flow guide pipe, the inlet of the flow guide pipe can be communicated with the iron notch, the main shaft of the high-temperature resistant water turbine is connected to the rotor of the generator, the flow guide pipe is connected with the molten iron discharge pipe at the bottom, and the bottom outlet of the molten iron discharge pipe is located above the main groove, and the electric energy storage part is electrically connected with the generator for storing the electric energy generated by the generator.
2. The device for generating electricity using high-pressure blast furnace molten iron jet according to claim 1, characterized by, The movable base is slidably installed on the track through the roller.
3. The device for generating electricity using high-pressure blast furnace molten iron jet according to claim 1, characterized by, The electric energy storage part includes the transformer and the battery, the transformer is electrically connected with the generator and the battery respectively, and is used to convert the voltage generated by the generator into the charging voltage of the battery and then transmit to the battery for storage.
4. The device for generating electricity using high-pressure high-temperature blast furnace molten iron jet according to claim 3, characterized by The battery is electrically connected with the terminal user needing power supply, and the battery can supply power to the terminal user.
5. The device for generating electricity using high-pressure blast furnace molten iron jet according to claim 1, characterized by, The main groove includes the main groove front section close to the blast furnace and the main groove rear section located at the rear side of the main groove front section, and the depth of the main groove rear section is greater than that of the main groove front section.
6. The device for generating electricity using high-pressure high-temperature blast furnace molten iron jet according to claim 5, characterized by The bottom outlet of the molten iron discharge pipe is located above the main groove rear section.