Crucibleless induction melting for casting titanium products in a natural atmosphere, 2015

Application areas

The unique ability to produce a liquid titanium alloy phase inside cylindrical ingots using induction heating has opened up the possibility of developing a fundamentally new technology for vacuum-free casting of titanium alloys. This technology is competitive and energy-efficient compared to existing cold crucible induction melting technology, as it eliminates the need for additional equipment to create a vacuum, and the process of producing titanium melt inside the ingot requires significantly less time and energy.

Current investment

1 500 000 руб. (approx. 18 000 USD)

Required investment 

10 000 000 rub. (approx. 120 000 USD) (contact us)

Implementation period

2015 - present

Project status

Foundry unit development and a pilot casting complex

Results

Theoretical and experimental work demonstrated the significant impact of EMS processes on the ability to achieve liquid phase formation and process stability. The developed calculation models and methods allowed for the correct selection of process parameters and the adjustment of induction equipment. Based on the theoretical results, experimental melting of titanium ingots was conducted, followed by pouring into a mold. The studies demonstrate the high potential for practical application of the technology and indicate the industrial application feasibility.

Project partners

• The project is being implemented with the support of the Federal State Budgetary Institution "Foundation for Assistance to Small Innovative Enterprises in Science and Technology", the Russian Science Foundation, and the Scientific and Production Center of Magnetic Hydrodynamics.
• Russian Induction Heating Technologies LLC (Prof. V.B. Demidovich)