Solidification: Phenomena and Heat Transfer

This lecture covers the process of solidification in metals, focusing on the temperature distribution during the solidification process, the effect of mold shape and overheating, and the heat flux density. It also discusses the resistance at the interface between the mold and the solidified metal, as well as the impact of different mold shapes on solidification time. The lecture delves into the concept of latent heat flux and the importance of maintaining a constant surface temperature during the molding process. Additionally, it explores the calculation of solidification speed and the temperature profile within the mold and metal. The lecture concludes with a detailed analysis of the thermal resistance at the interface and the factors affecting it.