Solute redistribution in directional melting process

The solute redistribution in directional melting process is theoretically s tudied. Based on quantitative evaluations, uniform solute distribution in l iquid and a quasi-steady solute distribution in solid are supposed. The dis cussion on the solute balance comes to a simple model for the solute redist ribution in directional melting process. As an example, the variation of li quid composition during melting process of carbon steel is quantitatively e valuated using the model. Results show that the melting of an alloy starts at solidus temperature, but approaches the liquidus temperature after a ver y short transient process.