فهرست نشریات علمی دسترسی آزاد ایران

The present work discusses the creation and validation of an automatic control system designed to manage the thermal conditions during the continuous casting and rolling of aluminum billets. At the foundation of this study lies a mathematical model describing heat transfer phenomena in the billet, with particular emphasis on the influence of phase transitions and the release of latent heat during solidification. To ensure the accuracy of the model, experimental temperature data were collected from several points along the crystallizer rolls, providing a reliable basis for comparison. The simulations showed strong agreement with experimental observations, with deviations of less than five percent, which confirmed the robustness of the proposed formulation. Building on these findings, a model predictive control algorithm was incorporated into dedicated software, enabling real-time stabilization of casting and rolling conditions. The results demonstrated clear benefits, including enhanced product quality, improved process stability, and noticeable reductions in energy consumption.