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First, the model is applied to a lab experiment done with a “mold simulator” to verify the transient temperature-field predictions. Next, the model is verified by matching with available literature and plant measurements of slag consumption. A reasonable agreement has been observed for both temperature and flow-field. The predictions show that transient temperature behavior depends on the location of the thermocouple during the oscillation relative to the meniscus. Finally, the model is applied to conduct a parametric study on the effect of casting speed, stroke, frequency, and modification ratio on slag consumption. Slag consumption per unit strand area increase with increase of stroke and modification ratio, and decreases with increase of casting speed while the relation with frequency is not straightforward. 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The predictions show that transient temperature behavior depends on the location of the thermocouple during the oscillation relative to the meniscus. Finally, the model is applied to conduct a parametric study on the effect of casting speed, stroke, frequency, and modification ratio on slag consumption. Slag consumption per unit strand area increase with increase of stroke and modification ratio, and decreases with increase of casting speed while the relation with frequency is not straightforward. 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