Measurement of Molten Steel Level Using a Single Camera in Top Side-Pouring Twin-Roll Casting

Abstract:

The molten steel level in twin-roll strip casting (TRC) has a significant impact on the heat transfer process between the molten steel and the rolls, as well as the subsequent solidification process of the steel. Therefore, ensuring a specific and stable molten steel level is crucial for the quality of as-casting strips. To achieve this, a precise and real-time molten steel level detection system is required. This paper utilizes machine vision technology to measure the molten steel level. A general mathematical model for the molten steel level in the TRC process is established. An image processing method for measuring the molten steel level using a single camera is proposed, including image segmentation, edge detection, and multiple coordinate transformations of the molten pool contour. The adverse effect of the inlet or nozzle is taken into account. Experimental measurements were conducted, and the results indicate that a single camera can accurately measure the molten steel level. Potential sources of error or limitations that may impact the accuracy of the proposed method is discussed.

• Periodical: Materials Science Forum (Volume 1103)
• Pages: 63-72
• DOI: https://doi.org/10.4028/p-olfD3b
• Online since: October 2023
• Authors: You Zhou, Dong Po Xuan, Tian Liang Jiang, Wen Hao Fan, Li Peng, Cheng Zhou*
• Keywords: Image Processing, Molten Steel Level, Non-Contact Measurement, Strip Casting

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