Magnetic field suppression of melt flow in crystal growth

The p-version least-squares finite element method was used for prediction of solidification from a melt under the influence of an externally applied magnetic field. The computational results indicate significantly different flow-field patterns and thermal fields in the melt and the accrued solid in the cases of full gravity, reduced gravity, and an applied uniform magnetic field. (C) 2002 Published by Elsevier Science Inc.