Logical-mathematical Evaluation Model of Blast-furnace Melting Operation

Abstract

The logical-mathematical evaluation model of blast-furnace melting operation is represented. The model provides an opportunity to evaluate the normal operation mode of blast furnace and further deviations from this mode such as overdeveloped gas flows (peripheral and central), violation of thermal melting conditions (hot and cold course of melt), violation of smooth descent of burned materials in the furnace (tight furnace operation, higher and lower suspension of burden). The functional capabilities of developed software are represented.



Keywords: blast-furnace production, information logical system, software development, blast-furnace melting operation diagnostics

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