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P.Sivaraman, P.Murali Krishna, S.Prasanna Kumar, S.Lakshminarasimhan, S.Manikandan, B.Nagarajan, D.Dani Abraham
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Journal of Science Technology and Research
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Page No: 98-109
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During late years, foundry industry has seen an expanding mindfulness about the significance of the filling stage for the creation of metallurgical stable and dimensionally stable castings. Specifically, oxide as well as gas entanglement into the greater part of the liquid metal during the filling of shape hole can cause shocking bringing down of the mechanical properties of the throwing, particularly during throwing of those combinations inclined to frame oxides in contact with air, for example, light composites or malleable iron. This could thusly be damaging to the "wellbeing" of the throwing during its presentation under the forced assistance conditions. In this way, much consideration is centered around understanding the methods for limiting or taking out the ensnarement of stages which are exogenous to the dissolve, for example, oxides and air pockets along the fluid metal surface. Water displaying is one such choice that could give valuable data on the conditions that may make air/gas/oxide entanglement during the filling procedure. One more alternative that has profoundly entered the current foundry situation yet may consistently be practical is the utilization of throwing recreation. The multifaceted nature of the filling procedure described by serious extent of non-consistency, instability, choppiness and free surface development calls for exploratory approval so as to have a genuine comprehension of the helpfulness of water models in reenacting the stream during constant throwing process and furthermore on the degree of programming capacity. Consequently it was proposed to contemplate the different parts of move through some chosen gating frameworks usually utilized in foundries utilizing water models and furthermore reenact a similar utilizing programming to get some crucial comprehension of the capacities and constraints of the two choices.
Keywords
Casting, metallurgical, water models
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ABSTRACT:

The foundry industry has increasingly recognized the critical role of flow behavior during casting. Foundry flow studies with water model gating systems provide key insights to minimize defects caused by gas or oxide entrapment. These issues can reduce mechanical performance, particularly in alloys such as ductile iron or lightweight composites prone to oxidation. Water modeling helps simulate real casting flow, identifying turbulence, air entrapment, and gating inefficiencies. These observations guide the design of more efficient gating systems that reduce porosity and improve dimensional stability. Casting simulation software complements physical models by offering predictive data on flow and solidification. This study investigates several gating configurations using water models and validates them through simulation. The results reveal how combining physical and virtual methods enhances casting accuracy, reduces rejection rates, and improves overall productivity. Ultimately, this research bridges traditional foundry methods with modern analytical tools, supporting safer, more reliable, and high-quality casting production processes.

INTRODUCTION:

Foundry flow studies with water model gating system are essential for improving casting performance and reducing production defects. With over 70 million tons of cast components manufactured annually, the foundry industry faces increasing pressure to meet higher quality standards, tighter delivery timelines, and cost-efficiency targets. Water model gating systems enable visualization of fluid dynamics during mold filling without the risks or costs associated with molten metal. These physical models help engineers observe turbulence, flow separation, and air entrapment—factors that can cause porosity, dimensional inaccuracies, and reduced mechanical strength. By analyzing water model results, foundries can optimize gating designs to ensure smoother metal flow and fewer casting defects. Advanced simulation software further complements these efforts by providing predictive data on flow, solidification, and cooling behavior. This integrated approach—combining experimental and computational techniques—strengthens process reliability and product quality. As a result, foundries adopting this methodology can enhance casting yield, reduce rework, and meet modern industrial standards.

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