Guidance on Non-Isothermal Two-Phase Solidification ModeLling for Non-Newtonian Flows, PLEASE

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Hi Pimenta,

I hope you’re doing well.

I’m currently working on modeling the solidification of non-isothermal two-phase flow, specifically for planar die swell. While the rheoInterFoam solver is available for isothermal two-phase flow modeling, I haven’t found a suitable solver for non-isothermal conditions.

If you happen to know of any solidification model for non-Newtonian flow, I would greatly appreciate your guidance. Initially, I considered using the enthalpy-porosity approach, but I’m open to other methods that might be more suitable.

In the meantime, I’m exploring two potential approaches: applying a Volume of Fluid (VOF) formulation to RheoHeatFoam or adding a temperature field to rheoInterFoam. I would appreciate your thoughts on which approach you suggest.

Thank you very much for your time and support.

Best,
Sam