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Casting and Electromagnetic Treatment of Steel and Metals: Modeling and Simulation

A special issue of Materials (ISSN 1996-1944). This special issue belongs to the section "Manufacturing Processes and Systems".

Deadline for manuscript submissions: closed (20 January 2024) | Viewed by 812

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School of Metallurgical Engineering, Anhui University of Technology, Maanshan 243032, China
Interests: continuous casting; electromagnetic metallurgy; numerical modelling; inclusion removal
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School of Metallurgical Engineering, Anhui University of Technology, Maanshan 243032, China
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Special Issue Information

Dear Colleagues,

This Special Issue is dedicated to exploring the application of advanced modeling and experimental techniques in order to enhance the casting and electromagnetic treatment processes within the steel and metal industries. Computational fluid dynamics is employed as a powerful tool for simulating the casting process and investigating the impact of electromagnetic fields. Moreover, the influence of electromagnetic treatment on the solidification behavior and microstructure of various metals and alloys is a key focus of this Special Issue.

An important aspect highlighted in this Special Issue is the integration of modeling and simulation techniques with optimization algorithms, which allows for the development of more efficient casting processes. Researchers present innovative strategies for optimizing process parameters, such as cooling conditions and electromagnetic field parameters, with the ultimate goal of achieving improved casting quality and productivity. This Special Issue aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the latest advancements in the modeling and simulation of casting and electromagnetic treatment processes. The findings presented in this Special Issue will undoubtedly contribute to the development of more efficient, reliable, and cost-effective manufacturing techniques for the steel and metal industries. We envision this Special Issue as a valuable resource for researchers, engineers, and professionals engaged in the field of casting and electromagnetic treatment of steel and metals, thereby inspiring further advancements and fostering collaborations among experts in this exciting area of research.

Prof. Dr. Qiang Yue
Dr. Bihai Tong
Guest Editors

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Keywords

  • continuous casting
  • numerical modeling
  • physical modeling
  • solidification
  • steel refining
  • electromagnetic field

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Investigation of Mold Flux Entrapment in Deep Oscillation Mark of Interstitial-Free Steel Shell Using Mold Simulator
by Xiong Yan, Wanlin Wang, Lejun Zhou, Xiaocan Zhong, Hongliang Lin, Xiaokang Liu, Sibao Zeng and Liwu Zhang
Materials 2024, 17(6), 1435; https://doi.org/10.3390/ma17061435 - 21 Mar 2024
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The slag entrapment defect has become a big issue for the IF steel casting process. In this study, the mechanism of mold flux entrapment in deep oscillation mark of an IF steel shell was studied by a high-temperature mold simulator. Results show that [...] Read more.
The slag entrapment defect has become a big issue for the IF steel casting process. In this study, the mechanism of mold flux entrapment in deep oscillation mark of an IF steel shell was studied by a high-temperature mold simulator. Results show that both temperature and heat flux in a copper mold become lower when mold flux B with lower melting and viscosity is used, compared with these when mold flux A with higher melting and viscosity is used. The average thickness of the slag film for mold fluxes A and B is 1.31 mm and 1.63 mm, and the consumption of them is 0.33 kg/m2 and 0.35 kg/m2, respectively. The shell for mold flux A exhibits sharper oscillation marks, while the shell for mold flux B has shallower oscillation marks. These deeper oscillation marks capture the mold flux by overflow of molten steel at the meniscus, which finally produces the slag entrapment defect in the shell. Full article
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