In recent years, global metallurgical industries have experienced fast and prosperous growth. High-temperature metallurgical technology is the backbone to support the technical, environmental, and economical needs for this growth. This collection features contributions covering the advancements and developments of new high-temperature metallurgical technologies and their applications to the areas of processing of minerals; extraction of metals; preparation of refractory and ceramic materials; sintering and synthesis of fine particles; treatment and recycling of slag and wastes; and saving of energy and protection of environment. The volume will have a broad impact on the academics and professionals serving the metallurgical industries around the world.

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Covers the latest developments of analysis and operation of high-temperature processes that involve the beneficiation of minerals, and the production and treatment of metals, alloys, and ceramic materials Offers the innovative methods for pretreatment, reduction, smelting, refining, product property enhancement, impurity segregation and removal, by-product recovery, waste minimization, energy conservation, and comprehensive utilization of resources Addresses the various technical, economic, and environmental issues associated with commercial-scale high-temperature processing methods