Y. Chung, A. W. Cramb
Droplet generation plays a critical role in the kinetics of oxygen steelmaking, significantly affecting mass transfer between metal and slag. This study investigates the influence of surface tension of liquid metal on metal droplet generation, in response to the limited understanding of this effect compared to operating conditions. Utilizing industrial data, particularly from the works of Jalkanen and Holappa, the research highlights the correlation between temperature, composition of liquid metal, and droplet generation behavior. The study employs mathematical modeling grounded in Kelvin–Helmholtz instability criteria to elucidate the dynamics of droplet formation under varying conditions. Results reveal that while traditional factors such as jet momentum have been widely studied, the role of surface tension is equally significant, potentially altering droplet dynamics in top-blown oxygen steelmaking processes. This work clarifies the parameters affecting droplet generation, ultimately contributing to enhanced understanding and optimization of steelmaking techniques.
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