Alexander Vakhrushev, Abdellah Kharicha
Industrial thin slab casting (TSC) has emerged as an effective continuous casting technology since its inception in 1989, offering substantial energy savings of over 40% compared to traditional methods. However, the turbulent flow during steel feeding through a submerged entry nozzle (SEN) into a funnel-shaped thin slab mold poses challenges such as disturbances in the meniscus and increased likelihood of defect formation. This study aims to optimize flow conditions within the thin-slab casting mold by employing an electromagnetic brake (EMBr), which helps mitigate the negative impacts of intense melt flow. A combination of numerical modeling techniques was utilized to analyze the effects of EMBr on flow impingement, meniscus stability, and heat transport. Results demonstrate that the EMBr significantly enhances flow control, reduces the risk of solid shell thinning, and improves overall casting quality by promoting stable melting rates. This work highlights the need for effective mold flow control methods, like EMBr, to address challenges in the TSC process, ultimately contributing to advancements in steel production technologies.
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