Parametric modeling and CFD simulations of steelmaking converters with different lining structures

Key Points

• Enhanced thermal performance is observed in steelmaking converters with optimized lining structures, indicating efficiency gains.
• CFD simulations reveal a 15% increase in heat retention for models with specialized linings compared to standard designs.
• Parametric modeling provides a framework for analyzing different lining structures' effects on steelmaking converters' operations.
• This approach highlights the need for tailored lining solutions; further practical validation could strengthen findings.