Modelling of A Dc-Arc Furnace Used for Smelting of Ferronickel Ore Fines

Abstract

The use of DC arc furnace is considered today an attractive alternative for smelting of ores of many varieties. In this paper we present an
approach for a thermal and electrical model of a DC arc furnace used for smelting of ore fines, experimental verification of model in a pilot furnace
used for smelting of ferronickel ores, results obtained and conclusions. The principal goal of this project is to offer to the engineers of smelting industry
 and our students an important tool for understanding the modeling techniques and the use of simulation software in the designing of DC arc furnaces 
used for smelting ore fines.In the near future we shall present dedicated software for designing of DC arc furnaces for smelting of ore ferronickel fines 
 which is under development and is based on models and the results presented here.