Technical Resource For Aluminum Die Casting

Fig. 4 - Porosity identify by a) X-ray on components from the first experimental activity, b) FEM simulations, c) X-ray on components from the final experimental activity (optimization of process parameters)

Redefining Automotive Safety: A 47% Lighter HPDC Aluminum Suspension Cross Beam

This technical summary is based on the academic paper "Numerical and experimental analysis of a high pressure die casting Aluminum ...
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Fig. 2: Cathode potential vs. current for INCA bath (Page 14)

Direct Chromium Plating on Zinc: Boosting Durability with Cutting-Edge Baths

This technical summary is based on the academic paper "The Direct Deposition of Chromium on Zinc and A Comparative Study ...
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Fig. 1 e Schematic of the CPC machine and process procedure (a) Structure of the CPC machine (b) Major steps of the CPC process: (i) pressure chamber closed; (ii) furnace and pressure chamber are pressurized; (iii) furnace pressure is further increased slowly; (iv) chamber pressure is quickly released; (v) furnace pressure is released;(vi) chamber and die are opened; and (vii) the cast part is ejected.

A study of an industrial counter pressure casting process for automotive parts

1. Overview: Title: A study of an industrial counter pressure casting process for automotive parts Author: Jun Ou, Chunying Wei, ...
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/ Aluminium-E, aluminum alloy, AUTOMOTIVE Parts, CAD, Casting Technique, Computer simulation, Die casting, High pressure die casting, Microstructure, Permanent mold casting, secondary dendrite arm spacing, Technical Data-E
Fig. 1: Traces 9 years of development of the processes.

Modern High Pressure Die-casting Processes for Aluminium Castings: A Technical Review

This technical review is based on the academic paper "Modern High Pressure Die-casting Processes for Aluminium Castings" by M. Thirugnanam, ...
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Fig. 1. Tensile properties of the four alloys made from cylindrical tensile test bars examined in as-cast, T4 and T6 tempers. (a), ADC3, (b), ADC10#1, (c) ADC10#2, (d) ADC12.

Unlocking Hidden Strength: How Novel Heat Treatments Transform HPDC Aluminum Alloys

This technical summary is based on the academic paper "The Effect of Heat Treatment on Tensile, Fatigue and Fracture Resistance ...
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/ ADC12, Alloying elements, Aluminium-E, aluminum alloy, aluminum alloys, automotive-E, CAD, Die casting, Permanent mold casting, Quality Control, STEP, Technical Data-E
Fig. 1. Geometry of the diecasting where the investigated impact bar is indicated by the arrow.

The Tipping Point: Finding the Chromium Sweet Spot for AlSi9Cu3(Fe) Alloy Toughness

This technical summary is based on the academic paper "The Influence of Cr content on the Fe-rich phase Formation and ...
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Figure 1 – BMW X5 Shock tower cast by Albany Chicago in Aural-2 alloy.

Unlocking Performance: A Deep Dive into Modern Structural Die Casting Alloys

This technical review is based on the academic paper "Aluminum Alloys for Structural Die Casting" by Martin Hartlieb, published in ...
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Fig. 3. SEM image of die-cast AE44 alloy

How Wall Thickness Shapes the Microstructure of AE44 Alloy in HPDC: Unlocking Stronger, More Ductile Components

This technical summary is based on the academic paper "The influence of wall thickness on the microstructure of HPDC AE44 ...
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Figure 1. The plate casting showing the complete runner system, overflows, and ejection points.

Are Mechanical Properties of HPDC Parts Directional? New Insights for Better Castings

This technical summary is based on the academic paper "Are the Mechanical Properties of High Pressure Die-Castings Directional?" published by ...
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Fig. 6. Analyze of the cavities filling with Flow3D software

Reducing Porosity Defects in Aluminum HPDC: Key Causes and Practical Solutions

This technical summary is based on the academic paper "ANALYZE OF THE POSSIBLE CAUSES OF POROSITY TYPE DEFECTS IN ALUMINIUM ...
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