Titanium Production
Titanium production primarily involves extracting titanium from its ores, mainly ilmenite and rutile. The most common method is the Kroll process, where titanium tetrachloride is produced by reacting the ore with chlorine. This compound is then reduced using magnesium to obtain pure titanium metal.
After extraction, the titanium is often processed into various forms, such as sheets, bars, and powder. These products are widely used in industries like aerospace, medical, and automotive due to titanium's high strength-to-weight ratio and excellent corrosion resistance.