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Fig. 3. Examples of dense ceramic components of manufacturing equipment for semiconductor devices and liquid crystal display panels.

Automotive and industrial applications of structural ceramics in Japan

A Review of Japan’s Evolving Ceramics Market: From High-Stress Engine Parts to High-Purity Electronics This technical brief is based on the academic paper “Automotive and industrial applications of structural ceramics in Japan” by Akira Okada, published in the Journal of the European Ceramic Society (2008). It is summarized and analyzed for industry professionals by the

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Figure 6. (a) Hydroformed aluminum rail for Corvette Z06 shown immediately after forming (Luo & Sachdev, 2008). (b) AZ31 magnesium tube gas-formed at 350°C showing 80% circumference expansion (Luo & Sachdev, 2008)

Recent advances in light metals and manufacturing for automotive applications

How Computational Tools and Advanced Manufacturing are Driving the Next Generation of Lighter, More Efficient Vehicles This technical brief is based on the academic paper “Recent advances in light metals and manufacturing for automotive applications” by A. A. Luo, published in CIM Journal (2021). It is summarized and analyzed for industry professionals by the experts

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Figure 1. Schematic diagram of a typical HPDC process.

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Boost Cooling Efficiency by 158%: The Power of Copper Alloy Chill Vents in HPDC This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Development of High Performance Copper Alloy Chill Vent for High Pressure Die Casting” published by Duoc T Phan, Syed H Masood, Syed H Riza, and Harsh Modi in International Journal of Mechanical

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Figure 1.1: Gravity die mold [3].

Vertical vs. Horizontal Die Casting: Which Arrangement Maximizes Mechanical Properties?

This technical summary is based on the academic paper “ANALYSIS OF MECHANICAL PROPERTIES AND MICROSTRUCTURE OF MULTIPLE DIE CAVITY PRODUCTS PRODUCED IN VERTICAL AND HORIZONTAL ARRANGEMENT BY GRAVITY DIE CASTING” published by SALEH S SALEH ELFALLAH in Faculty of Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia (2012). It was analyzed and summarized for

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Figure 1. The closed loop of the RSMP system

Slash Tooling Costs by 95%: A Deep Dive into Rapid Tooling for Metal Prototypes

Slash Tooling Costs by 95%: A Deep Dive into Rapid Tooling for Metal Prototypes This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Advanced Sheet Metal Manufacturing Using Rapid Tooling” by Du Zhao Hui, Chua Chee Kai, Chua Yew Sen, Loh-Lee Leow Gek, and Lim Ser Tiak. It was analyzed and summarized for manufacturing experts

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Figure 1. Basic rapid investment casting process flowchart

Rapid Investment Casting of Nano-treated Aluminum Alloy 2024

Overcoming the ‘Impossible’: How Nanoparticles Unlock High-Strength Aluminum for Investment Casting This technical brief is based on the academic paper “Rapid Investment Casting of Nano-treated Aluminum Alloy 2024” by Yitian Chi, Narayanan Murali, and Xiaochun Li. This is a preprint research paper and has not been peer reviewed. It is summarized and analyzed for manufacturing

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Mechanical Properties of Al6061- Al₂O₃ Metal Matrix Composite Using Die Casting Technique

Optimizing Strength and Wear Resistance in Aluminum Composites: A Die Casting Breakthrough This technical brief is based on the academic paper “Mechanical Properties of Al6061- Al₂O₃ Metal Matrix Composite Using Die Casting Technique” by Mahendra HM, Prakash GS, Prasad KSK, and Rajanna, published in the Journal of Material Science and Metallurgy (2018). It is summarized

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Figure 1: Injection molding machine set up

Review on Optimization of Injection Molding Process Parameter for Reducing Shrinkage of High Density Polyethylene (HDPE) material

A Review of the Taguchi Method for Minimizing Part Shrinkage in HDPE Injection Molding This technical brief is based on the academic paper “Review on Optimization of Injection Molding Process Parameter for Reducing Shrinkage of High Density Polyethylene (HDPE) material” by Harshal P. Kale and Dr. Umesh V. Hambire, published in the International Journal of

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Figure 0.2: (a) The geometrical dimensions and (b) the thickness distribution (mm) of the 2020 Ford explorer aluminium shock tower.

A cost-efficient process route for the mass production of thin-walled structural aluminum body castings

This article introduces the paper ‘A cost-efficient process route for the mass production of thin-walled structural aluminum body castings’ published by ‘RWTH Aachen University’. 1. Overview: 2. Abstracts or Introduction In response to the automotive sector’s demand for reduced vehicle weight to improve fuel efficiency and lower CO2 emissions, this thesis investigates a cost-efficient process

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Research on Properties and Applications of New Lightweight Aluminum Alloy Materials

Research on Properties and Applications of New Lightweight Aluminum Alloy Materials

How Advanced Aluminum Alloys are Revolutionizing Automotive Manufacturing and Sustainability This technical brief is based on the academic paper “Research on Properties and Applications of New Lightweight Aluminum Alloy Materials” by Yucheng Yong, published in Highlights in Science, Engineering and Technology (2024). It is summarized and analyzed for industry professionals by the experts at STI

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