Numerical optimization of induction heating systems

Abstract

Automatic optimization can be applied for modern design of induction heating installations for diverse technological applications. One effective approach to couple numerical models with advanced optimization search codes has been developed. It was successfully applied for design of induction heaters for hardening of leading gear wheel. In the second described example, the required temperature profile over the height of chemical reactor has been reached using the developed tools as well. Extremely homogeneous temperature distribution and high energy parameters have been provided by using the developed tools of optimal design and the results are presented in the paper.