This inventor holds 2 USPTO granted patents and 1 published patent application and 3 EPO patents. Top assignees: Mannesmann Aktiengesellschaft, Sms Group Gmbh. Active years: 2001-2025.
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Years Active: 2001-2025
Title: Volker Wiegmann: Innovator in Metallurgical Processes
Introduction
Volker Wiegmann is a notable inventor based in Duisburg, Germany. He has made significant contributions to the field of metallurgy, particularly in the area of exhaust gas treatment and steel decarburization. With a total of 2 patents, his work has had a considerable impact on metallurgical processes.
Latest Patents
Wiegmann's latest patents include a method for the combustion of carbon monoxide in secondary metallurgical exhaust gas, which features calorific value control and volume flow control. This innovative method involves conditioning the exhaust gas prior to post-combustion by metering a combustion gas and/or an additional gas in a feedback-controlled manner. The feedback control is based on the composition of the exhaust gas, which varies with the exhaust gas volume flow.
Another significant patent is a method for decarburizing steel melts. This process takes place in a closed metallurgical vessel connected to a vacuum unit. It involves reducing the pressure in the vessel to below 100 mbar, introducing replenishment oxygen to remove carbon, and adding a combustible metallic substance along with the additional oxygen. The apparatus for this process includes a closable vessel, measurement elements for determining melt temperature and pressure, and a controller for managing the amounts of additional oxygen and combustible metallic substance based on the melt's temperature and pressure.
Career Highlights
Throughout his career, Volker Wiegmann has worked with prominent companies in the metallurgical industry, including Mannesmann Aktiengesellschaft and SMS Group GmbH. His experience in these organizations has allowed him to develop and refine his innovative approaches to metallurgical processes.
Collaborations
Wiegmann has collaborated with notable colleagues such as Horst-Dieter Schöler and Rainer Dittrich. Their combined expertise has contributed to advancements in the field of metallurgy.
Conclusion
Volker Wiegmann's contributions to metallurgical processes through his patents and collaborations highlight his role as an influential inventor in the industry. His innovative methods for exhaust gas treatment and steel decarburization continue to shape the future of metallurgy.
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