MAGMA CC 6.1 introduces significant innovations and enhancements for the simulation of continuous casting processes.

• "Stop & Go"
  • A flexible design of pouring velocity now accommodates pauses, return strokes and cyclical movements within the withdrawal process and simulates them. This "stop & go" cycle can be mapped across the entire withdrawal process, thus simplifying the analysis of complex process sequences.

• New 1D strand profile dialog
  • In MAGMA CC, it is now possible to create a 1D profile along the entire strand length with a single click
• Clipping of stress results
• Particle counter
  • It is now possible to count particles (tracer particles), for example, to assess how many particles get into different strands (billets or ingots) via the launder. This result can then be displayed as a function of time.
• Tundish / simultaneous filling and withdrawal
• Improved 'Microporosity' criterion – The existing 'Microporosity' criterion was improved for even better porosity prediction.
• K-epsilon RNG turbulence model

  • The turbulence model in MAGMA CC has been extended to describe the flow behavior more accurately – especially in the sump area. This provides deeper insights into the flow dynamics of the continuous casting process while improving the simulation accuracy.

• Improved segregation model

• Impact of guide rolls on strand deformation (stress)

  • Another focus is on the detailed consideration of mechanical influences. MAGMA CC now makes it possible to precisely simulate not only the influence of the mold but also the influence of guide rolls – especially in continuous steel casting. This enables users to better analyze how roller position errors or other mechanical influences affect the deformation of the strand and, ultimately, the product quality.