Category Archives: Aluminium-E

Figure 6. Images showing interior applications of HPDC magnesium alloys: (a) AZ91D automotive audio amplifier cast by Twin City die casting company [44]; (b) AM60 display bracket on 2021 ford explorer; (c) AM60 steering column cast by Meridian lightweight technologies; (d) AM50 center console on Audi A8 and (e) AM60 center stack on JLR defender [45] (courtesy of GF casting solutions).

Applications of High-Pressure Die-Casting (HPDC) Magnesium Alloys in Industry

This introduction paper is based on the paper “Applications of High-Pressure Die-Casting (HPDC) Magnesium Alloys in Industry” published by “IntechOpen”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: High-pressure die-cast (HPDC) magnesium alloys have seen diverse applications in the automotive industry, primarily driven by requirements in internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles. As the automotive industry is transitioning to an

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The Effect of Microstructural Features, Defects and Surface Quality on the Fatigue Performance in Al-Si-Mg Cast Alloys

This introduction paper is based on the paper “The Effect of Microstructural Features, Defects and Surface Quality on the Fatigue Performance in Al-Si-Mg Cast Alloys” published by “Jönköping University, School of Engineering, Dissertation Series No. 084”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: Global warming is driving industry to manufacture lighter components to reduce carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions.

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Figure 4.1: Compression chamber of Gleeble-3800 thermo-mechanical simulator showing the sample, thermocouple, load cell and L-gauge.

Material characterization of aluminum alloys for automotive and aerospace applications

This introduction paper is based on the paper “Material characterization of aluminum alloys for automotive and aerospace applications” published by “Luleå University of Technology”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: Aluminum alloys are one of the widely used materials in the structural components of automobiles and especially aircraft. The valid prediction of the performance and life span

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Figure 2.1: Rotor test setup for measurements of inter-bar resistance.

On Inter-bar Currents in Induction Motors with Cast Aluminium and Cast Copper Rotors

This introduction paper is based on the paper “On Inter-bar Currents in Induction Motors with Cast Aluminium and Cast Copper Rotors” published by “KTH Electrical Engineering”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: This thesis presents a study of the effects of inter-bar currents on induction motor starting performance and stray-load losses. The work is focused on the

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Figure 2.1: Rotor test setup for measurements of inter-bar resistance.

Analysis and Reduction of Parasitic Effects in Induction Motors With Die-Cast Rotors

This introduction paper is based on the Doctoral Thesis “Analysis and Reduction of Parasitic Effects in Induction Motors With Die-Cast Rotors” published by “KTH Royal Institute of Technology”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: This thesis presents a study of inter-bar current effects on induction motors with die-cast aluminium and die-cast copper rotors. The parasitic effects introduced

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Fig. 19—Appearance of Chinese script a-Fe compound in: (a) OM image of an as-cast part, and (b) SEM image of a tensile tested part.

Inhomogeneous Skin Formation and Its Effect on the Tensile Behavior of a High Pressure Die Cast Recycled Secondary AlSi10MnMg(Fe) Alloy

This introduction paper is based on the paper “Inhomogeneous Skin Formation and Its Effect on the Tensile Behavior of a High Pressure Die Cast Recycled Secondary AlSi10MnMg(Fe) Alloy” published by “Metallurgical and Materials Transactions A”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: The current study investigated the microstructure evolution, mechanical properties, and fracture behavior of a high pressure

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Fig. 1. (a) Diagram of HPDC configuration showing different parts, (b) Top view of an actual cast part, and (c) Side view of an actual cast part showing the steps with wall thickness of 1-, 2-, 4-, 6-, 10- and 15-mm. (Adapted with permission from Dalai et al. [19]).

Evaluation of detrimental effect on the ductility caused by the inhomogeneous skin and casting defects in a high pressure die cast recycled secondary alloy

This introduction paper is based on the paper “[Evaluation of detrimental effect on the ductility caused by the inhomogeneous skin and casting defects in a high pressure die cast recycled secondary alloy]” published by “[Materials Characterization]”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: The usage of recycled alloys in the high pressure die casting (HPDC) applications for automobiles

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Fig. 16. Wear profiles at RT and 200 °C.

Wear properties of a new Al80Mg10Si5Cu5 multicomponent alloy

This introduction paper is based on the paper “Wear properties of a new Al80Mg10Si5Cu5 multicomponent alloy” published by “Elsevier B.V.”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: The present study investigates the tribological properties of a newly developed multicomponent aluminium weight-light multicomponent alloy for wear based on the Al80Mg10Si5Cu5 system for lightweight automotive applications, especially back drum discs.

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Figure 6. Rows (a-d) represent Porosity, Shrinkage, Cold Fill, and Foreign body; columns (i-iii) show the isolated flaw class based on the flaw class, bounding boxes, and highlighted bounding boxes. Bounding box color indicates the grade as follows: grade 1 (blue), grade 2 (green), grade 3 (orange), grade 4 (brown).

Automated Defect Detection through Flaw Grading in Non-Destructive Testing Digital X-ray Radiography

This introduction paper is based on the paper “Automated Defect Detection through Flaw Grading in Non-Destructive Testing Digital X-ray Radiography” published by “MDPI”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: Process automation utilizes specialized technology and equipment to automate and enhance production processes, leading to higher manufacturing efficiency, higher productivity, and cost savings. The aluminum die casting industry

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Fig. 5Pareto diagram for production downtime in the foundry

Improving Production Efficiency and Quality in an Aluminum Processing Company Through Lean Practices

This introduction paper is based on the paper “IMPROVING PRODUCTION EFFICIENCY AND QUALITY IN AN ALUMINUM PROCESSING COMPANY THROUGH LEAN PRACTICES” published by “Innovative Mechanical Engineering”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: This paper analyzes the application of Lean methodologies to improve the efficiency and quality of production in the aluminum foundry MTC “Nissal.” The enterprise specializes

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