To model solidification with a phase change in Matlab, you can utilize the internalHeatSource function to account for the latent heat of crystallization. This function allows you to introduce a heat source term that represents the energy released or absorbed during the phase change process.
Here's a general outline of how you can implement the internalHeatSource function in your existing Finite Element Model:
Define the latent heat of crystallization value for basalt:
L = {latent heat value}; % Latent heat of crystallization of basaltic magma Modify your thermal model to include the internal heat source term:
internalHeatSource(thermalModel, L, 'Face', {face index where phase change occurs}); By incorporating the internalHeatSource function with the appropriate latent heat value and specifying the face where the phase change occurs, you can simulate the solidification process with the phase change effect in your model.
Feel free to adjust the parameters and functions based on your specific requirements and the details of your Finite Element Model. This approach should help you simulate the solidification process accurately while considering the phase change behavior of the material.
