FEM simulation of stress-strain fields in the blooms with casting defect during soaking

Abstract

Round continuously cast blooms heating strategy is crucial in prevention of internal cracks initiation and propagation. Especially vanadium microalloyed Cr-Mo based steels are very sensitive to internal crack occurrence. This paper deals with two heating strategies that were realized in soaking pit. Using FEM simulation it was proved that proper heating strategy is essential to reduce internal crack propagation.