Turning scrap metal into hi-tech alloys

Sectors such as the electronics and automotive industries are dependent on ultra-low carbon steels for thin car body panels or precision alloying. Researchers have found a new process for electrochemically removing carbon from steel during recycling to create ultra-pure low-carbon steel. It’s believed that the technology required could be integrated into steel mills, allowing the recycling of high-carbon steel into higher-grade metal, which is more in demand for hi-tech industries. 

Find out more and download the starter slide to use with your class and give a new context when studying studying alloys with your 14–16 students.