Researchers at NUST MISIS have developed a technology aimed at addressing shortages of manganese and ferroalloys in high-quality alloy steel production. The system leverages a specialized heat treatment process that uses carbon monoxide to refine manganese concentrates at temperatures around 1600 to 1630 degrees Celsius, enabling cleaner, purer ore for industrial use.
According to the university’s press materials, this approach helps remove excessive phosphorus from domestic manganese ore, improving ore quality for steelmaking and downstream alloying practices.
In addition to phosphorus removal, the method opens possibilities for incorporating poor-quality or substandard manganese ores and slags into the production stream. This could broaden the range of feedstock options while maintaining metal quality and performance in end-use applications.
Earlier innovations at NUST MISIS include the development of a shape memory alloy based on a iron-manganese-silicon composition designed for biodegradable bone implants. This material demonstrates strong biomechanical compatibility with bone tissue and a dissolution rate suitable for medical applications in traumatology, orthopedics, and related fields, including maxillofacial procedures.
Previously, MISIS researchers also created a neural network capable of detecting deepfakes in photographic and video content, highlighting ongoing work at the institution in both material science and digital technologies.