Comparison of fluid flow and temperature distribution in a single-strand tundish with different flow control devices

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The effects of flow control devices (FCD) in a single-strand tundish, including weir, dam, turbulence inhibitor and gas curtain, have been investigated using water model experiments and CFD simulations. A scaled-down water model was built up to visualize flow pattern and measure the residence-time distribution (RTD) of different tundish configurations. A CFD model was applied to calculate the fluid flow, heat transfer and RTD curves in the prototype tundish under the nonisothermal conditions. The Eulerian–Lagrangian approach was applied to investigate the bubble flow in the system. The results show that each FCD has its own unique function to control the flow. It is important to evaluate the combined effects of FCD based on their installations. The molten steel flow in the tundish could be improved if these flow control devices were arranged properly.

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Sheng, D. Y., & Chen, D. (2021). Comparison of fluid flow and temperature distribution in a single-strand tundish with different flow control devices. Metals, 11(5). https://doi.org/10.3390/met11050796

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