Cohesive zone predictive models in the blast furnace

摘要

The models MOGADOR and ZAP improve the analysis of the process of the blast furnace, thanks to the computation of the height and shape of the cohesive zone. In the future, these models would save the need for expensive trials and probes. Within Arcelor Group, MOGADOR is operational at Sidmar BF-A & B, Sollac Atlantique #4, Stahlwerke Bremen #2 and Sollac Lorraine #3 blast furnaces, whereas ZAP is operational at Sollac Mediterranee #1 & #2, and Dillinger Huttenwerke #5 blast furnaces. Note that ZAP has been recently installed in Bremen #2 blast furnace as well, thus making it possible to compare both models on the same plant.