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2 articles for “Nozzle clogging”

• Published Subscription 12 Oct 2022

  Inclusion Removal Study in a Integrated Tundish-Nozzle-Mold System by CFD

  By Saúl García Hernández, Enif Gutiérrez, Airy-Zulema Corona-Villaseñor, Jose de Jesus Barreto, Rodolfo D. Morales

  Abstract: CFD modelling is a powerful tool to study the complex flow phenomena happening in each step of the continuous casting process; considering this, the current research shows the impact of tundish turbulent phenomena on fluid dynamics and steel cleanliness considering an integrated system: tundish, nozzle, and mold. The mathematical simulations consider 3D cartesian coordinates for the continuity and Navier-Stokes equations together with the turbulent realizable and the multiphase VOF models. …

  Published in Recent Trends in Fluid Mechanics · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 1–14 Read article →

• Published Subscription Review Article Special issue 11 Jul 2025

  Perspectives of 3D-Printed Polylactic Acid-Based Composites Reinforced with Natural Fibers

  By R Meenakshi Reddy, P. Piramanayagam, G. Sabarinathan, Rayi Krupadanam, Jnanaranjan Acharya, Surrya Prakash Dillibabu, Beporam Iftekhar Hussain, Dinesh Babu R

  Abstract: The growing demand for sustainable and biodegradable materials has led to the development of polylactic acid (PLA)-based composites reinforced with natural fibers. This study investigates the mechanical, thermal, printability, and environmental performance of 3D-printed PLA/Natural Fiber composites, addressing key challenges in fiber-matrix compatibility, structural integrity, and biodegradability. Natural fiber reinforcement enhanced Young’s modulus and flexural strength, but excessive fiber content led to agglomeration, reduced tensile strength, and increased brittleness. Thermal …

  Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 6, 2025 · pp. 649–664 Read article →