Application of numerical simulation on cast-steel toothed plate

Authors

  • Guofa Mi Henan Polytechnic University
  • Changyun Li Henan Polytechnic University
  • Zeng Gao Henan Polytechnic University

Keywords:

toothed plate, casting process, numerical simulation, solidification process, mould filling

Abstract

A three-dimensional Computer Aided Design (CAD)model is established by using Pro/E software. The finite volume method (FVM)numerical model and ViewCast simulation software are used to study both thecasting solidification process and filling process of toothed-plate. Based onthe simulation, the casting shrinkage and solidification process are forecastvisually in the form of images. The mould-filling simulation verify whether theliquid metal pour the mould smoothly and /quietly/evenly. Two optimizationschemes are completed based upon the simulation. The production of the castingshows that these optimization methods are very helpful to reduce the castingdefect and improve the quality of product.

Author Biographies

Guofa Mi, Henan Polytechnic University

School of Materials Science and Engineering, Professor

Changyun Li, Henan Polytechnic University

School of Materials Science and Engineering, Associate Professor

Zeng Gao, Henan Polytechnic University

School of Materials Science and Engineering, Doctor

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Published

2014-02-19

Issue

Engineering Review, Vol. 34, No. 1

Section

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