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Sponge titaniumSponge titanium, also called porous titanium, is a kind of material produced through a specialized manufacturing process. The production process of sponge titanium involves the following steps: 1. Raw Material Selection: High-quality titanium ore is selected as the raw material for the production of sponge titanium. 2. Purification: Purification is required to remove any impurities from the raw material. The titanium ore is processed with the help of chlorine to remove impurities like iron and aluminum. 3. Reduction: Reduction is the process of converting metallic oxide into its corresponding metallic state. In this step, the purified titanium ore is fed into a reactor where it is subjected to high temperatures and reduced using a reducing agent like magnesium. 4. Washing and Drying: After the reduction process, the sponge titanium is washed and dried to remove any impurities or excess reducing agent. 5. Sintering and Melting: The sponge titanium is then sintered and melted to form solidified titanium ingots. This process is done in a vacuum or under argon gas to prevent any contamination. 6. Machining: The solidified titanium ingots are then machined to produce the desired shape and size of the final product. 7. Quality Control: The final product is subject to strict quality control procedures to ensure the highest possible quality. Sponge titanium has a wide range of applications, including aerospace, automotive, medical, and chemical industries. This specialized production process ensures a high-quality product that is durable, strong and lightweight. |