Iron Ore Cooperative Research 01/01/98 - 06/30/00; Submitted to: Minnesota Dept. of Natural Resources, Division of MineralsThis report completes a two-year collaborative effort between Minntac, NRRI Coleraine Minerals Laboratory and UMD Chemical Engineering, aimed at modeling the Minntac Line 6 GrateKiln induration system. The goals of this research were twofold: 1. Develop numerical models of existing taconite induration operations. 2. Demonstrate application of these models for process analysis leading to improved process efficiency defined by increased productivity and reduced fuel costs.University of Minnesota - Duluth, Natural Resources Research Institute, 5013 Miller Trunk Highway, Duluth, Minnesota 5581