Numerical Simulation and Process Optimization of Bolster ZK6 Based on ProCAST

Analyzing the structure and technical indexes of bolster ZK6,the pouring system was initially designed according to the technical requirements.Using the casting numerical simulation software ProCAST,the filling and solidification stages of the bolster ZK6 were simulated.According to the simulated results,the casting defects were predicted,then the casting process was improved to achieve the aim of technical optimization.