Research Institute of Technology, Shougang Group Co, Ltd. | China
Dr Luo Yanzhao is a senior metallurgical engineer with a doctorate in Metallurgical Engineering from the University of Science and Technology Beijing. His research centers on high-quality steel slab production and continuous casting (CC) technology, focusing on solidification process theory, high casting-speed optimization, and defect control. With extensive experience in both laboratory research and industrial application, he has led major CC innovation projects that enhanced molten-steel cleanliness, increased casting speed, and stabilized product quality. He has contributed significantly to breakthroughs such as the energized submerged entry nozzle (SEN) system, reducing nozzle adhesion and enabling long-sequence, high-efficiency casting. Dr Luo has authored over 80 peer-reviewed papers, holds more than 180 national invention patents, and led the formulation of an international ISO standard for ultra-low carbon steel wire rods. His scientific impact includes numerous awards at national and enterprise levels h-index 8, citation is 231, and documents are 47 recognizing achievements in metallurgical innovation and technological advancement. His work integrates theory and practice to advance continuous casting efficiency, green manufacturing, and intelligent process control in the iron and steel industry, driving global progress toward sustainable, high-end steel production.
Featured Publications
Luo, Y., Wang, S., Zhang, C., Wang, H., Ma, S., Liu, Y., & Ji, C. (2023). Mechanism and control of uneven cooling on the surface crack defects in multi-mode continuous casting-rolling line. Metallurgical Research & Technology, 120(3), Article 304.
Luo, Y., Ji, C., Wang, L., Shan, W., Cui, Y., & Tian, Z. (2024). Double slag modification method for reducing slag oxidation of IF steel. Materials Science & Technology (Proceedings).
Luo, Y., Wang, L., Wang, S., Shan, W., & Cui, Y. (2019). Development and application of square turbulence inhibitor in a slab caster tundish. Presented at the MED conference.
Luo, Y., & Ji, C. (2022). Research on surface linear defect control of automotive steel plates: Process system and industrial application. Shougang Research Institute internal report.
Luo, Y. (2020). Cleanliness control and evaluation technology for wide-section ultra-low carbon steel based on liquid level detection. Shougang Group Science & Technology Award submission.