Numerical analysis of temperature distribution of plasma arc with molten pool in plasma arc melting

The relationships among the parameters that govern the plasma arc MR (melting and refining) process and the quality of the alloy melts are complicated. Only a simulation of the process can enable the process to be properly controlled and the right compositions to be achieved. The main purpose of this paper is to simulate the temperature distribution in the molten pool using the software FEMLAB. Numerical calculations were based on finite element analysis and the coupling of heat transfer, fluid flow and electromagnetic modules. The results of simulations are verified with the meniscus shape of liquid isothermal line in the solid ingot.