Category Archives: Aluminium-E

Figure 1 C' vs Creep Strain

Zinc alloy 8, a diecasting alloy with special relevance to underbonnet applications

This article introduces the paper ‘Zinc alloy 8, a diecasting alloy with special relevance to underbonnet applications’ published by ‘Int. J. of Materials and Product Technology’. 1. Overview: 2. Abstracts Conventional zinc alloys exhibit exceptional net shape castability and a spectrum of valuable mechanical and physical properties. However, their stressed application temperature is constrained to

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Figure 9. Defect caused by the unreasonable temperature distribution in the solidification process. (a) Simulation result; (b) real part.

Simulation-enabled casting product defect prediction in die casting process

This article introduces the paper [‘Simulation-enabled casting product defect prediction in die casting process’] presented at the [‘International Journal of Production Research’] 1. Overview: 2. Research Background: Background of the Research Topic: In contemporary casting industries, a paradigm shift is observed from traditional trial-and-error workshop practices to Computer-Aided Engineering (CAE)-enabled simulation and ‘proof-of-concept’ methodologies. This

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Figure 2. The Binary Phase Diagram of Al-Zn Alloy [1].

ANALYSIS OF MAGNESIUM ADDITION, HYDROGEN POROSITY AND T6 HEAT TREATMENT EFFECTS ON MECHANICAL AND MICROSTRUCTURAL PROPERTIES OF PRESSURE DIE CAST 7075 ALUMINUM ALLOY

This article introduces the paper “Analysis of Magnesium Addition, Hydrogen Porosity and T6 Heat Treatment Effects on Mechanical and Microstructural Properties of Pressure Die Cast 7075 Aluminum Alloy” presented at the THE GRADUATE SCHOOL OF NATURAL AND APPLIED SCIENCES OF MIDDLE EAST TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY 1. Overview: 2. Research Background: 3. Research Purpose and Research Questions:

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Fig. 4 Mesh generation and Region

Cooling Performance of LED Head Lamp with Heat Sink and Cooling Fan

This article introduces the paper “Cooling Performance of LED Head Lamp with Heat Sink and Cooling Fan”. 1. Overview: 2. Research Background: The increasing use of LEDs in automotive lighting systems presents a challenge due to heat generation from high-power LEDs, leading to performance degradation and reduced lifespan. Previous research identified factors affecting LED lifespan

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Figure 2 Die dimension design of bicycle pedal forming and the final product [34].

Advancements in surface treatments for aluminum alloys in sports equipment

This article introduces the paper [‘Advancements in surface treatments for aluminum alloys in sports equipment’] presented at the [‘Reviews on Advanced Materials Science’] 1. Overview: 2. Research Background: Background of the Research Topic: Aluminum alloys are widely used in sports equipment due to their “exceptional properties, such as a high strength-to-weight ratio, good formability, and

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Fig. 5. Double silica cooling structure with copper meshes (Ref. [186]).

A Review of Air-Cooling Battery Thermal Management Systems for Electric and Hybrid Electric Vehicles

This article introduces the paper “A review of air-cooling battery thermal management systems for electric and hybrid electric vehicles”. 1. Overview: 2. Background: The paper begins by highlighting the increasing concentration of greenhouse gases (GHGs) since the 1900s, primarily due to the combustion of fossil fuels in internal combustion engines (ICEs). Transportation is a significant

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Fig. 5. Schematic of cooling system assembled with different number of heat pipes:(a) is 2 heat pipes, (b) is 3 heat pipes, (c) is 4 heat pipes, and (d) is 6 heat pipes.

A novel automated heat-pipe cooling device for high-power LEDs

This article introduces the paper “A novel automated heat-pipe cooling device for high-power LEDs”. 1. Overview: 2. Research Background: High-power LEDs are increasingly popular in various applications, offering advantages like long lifespan, high reliability, low energy consumption, fast response time, and color variability. However, their efficiency (15-25% power-to-light conversion) is limited, with over 80% of

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Figure 6, This casting, produced in ZE41, weighs 620 Ibs. and is the main gearbox for the Westland WG34 helicopter.

Mg Casting Alloys for the Aerospace Challenge

This article introduces the paper [‘Mg Casting Alloys for the Aerospace Challenge’] presented at the [‘JOURNAL OF METALS’] 1. Overview: 2. Research Background: Background of the Research Topic: The utilization of magnesium alloys in aerospace applications has been driven by their inherent advantages, coupled with continuous advancements in alloy development and foundry practices. Initially a

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Fig. 1 Gating system design of clutch housing

Mold structure design and casting simulation of the high-pressure die casting for aluminum automotive clutch housing manufacturing

This article introduces the paper [‘Mold structure design and casting simulation of the high-pressure die casting for aluminum automotive clutch housing manufacturing’] presented at the [‘Int J Adv Manuf Technol’] 1. Overview: 2. Research Background: Background of the Research Topic: The demand for aluminum die casting products has seen a continuous increase since Doehle’s initial

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Fig. 4 : Robotic friction stir welding of an AM60 component

AUTOMOTIVE APPLICATIONS OF MAGNESIUM AND ITS ALLOYS

This article introduces the paper “AUTOMOTIVE APPLICATIONS OF MAGNESIUM AND ITS ALLOYS”. 1. Overview: 2. Research Background: 3. Research Objectives and Research Questions: 4. Research Methodology: 5. Main Research Findings: 6. Conclusion and Discussion: 7. Future Research Directions: 8. References: 9. Copyright: This material is based on the paper: AUTOMOTIVE APPLICATIONS OF MAGNESIUM AND ITS

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