| Abstract: | AbstractA multi-component multi-phase micro-segregation model was developed to cope with eutectic transformations of ductile iron, assuming mixed dendritic–globular solidification morphology. Solute partitioning is calculated by an equilibrium assumption at the interfaces using commercial CALPHAD software. Time-sensitive micro-segregation patterns and phase fractions are solved by the micro-segregation model. The development of fraction liquid over temperature with time was compared to Gulliver–Scheil simulations for a model with and without cross-diffusion. The micro-segregation model was coupled to a commercial process simulations tool to deal with interaction effects between material and process scale during solidification of a benchmark test casting made of EN-GJSA-X NiCr 20–2. The precipitation kinetics of phases, especially of graphite, is of particular interest during solidification of ductile iron, due to feeding effects. The coupling procedure as well as important aspects during solidification of ductile iron will be explained. |
