Computer simulation and optimization of soil thawing using microwave energy

The article describes a mathematical model and numerical method for calculating and optimizing the speed of soil thawing using microwave energy. The main numerical method is the enthalpy method without smoothing concentrated heat. Examples of calculations and analysis of the results are presented. A series of calculations are carried out for the cases of sandstone and sandy loam thawing with the use of standard magnetrons. Nonlinear behavior of thermal parameters, phase transitions and boundary conditions significantly influence temperature distribution and electric field. The losses due to convective cooling and evaporation are negligibly small. The results can be used in research and in designing mining equipment for permafrost.