| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10676488 | Vacuum | 2005 | 5 Pages |
Abstract
The present paper aims to demonstrate that melt-flow during electron beam evaporation can be effectively controlled by using external magnetic fields to considerably reduce the convective heat transfer. We discuss the various effects of a static magnetic field, a static field combined with an applied electrical current, and a rotating magnetic field. We perform model experiments using GaInSn in eutectic composition as a test liquid. The liquid metal is heated locally at its free surface by an electric resistance heater. The results of the measurements are compared to prediction of numerical simulations.
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Authors
Ch. Karcher, Y. Kolesnikov,