A mathematical model of the heat loss of steel in a metallurgical ladle

摘要

A mathematical model suitable as a tool for improving temperature control in the steel plant is presented. With this tool, a number of variables such as holding time, material choice and refractory layer thicknesses can be studied with regard to their influence on the steel temperature evolution during casting. In addition, the model can be used as a decision support and forms a basis for automation of temperature control.