Category Archives: automotive-E

Fig. 1. Examples of automotive components made of Mg alloys a) engine block, b) oil pump

Microstructures of Mg-Al-Zn and Al-Si-Cu cast alloys

This introduction paper is based on the paper “Microstructures of Mg-Al-Zn and Al-Si-Cu cast alloys” published by “Journal of Achievements in Materials and Manufacturing Engineering”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: Purpose: The aim of this paper was to investigate the structure of the MCMgAl6Zn1 magnesium and ACAlSi9Cu aluminium cast alloy in as-cast state.Design/methodology/approach: The following results

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Figure 1: Mechanisms of morphology change in the solid phase during isothermal holding of semi-solid alloy. [6] a) Coarsening mechanisms (b) Coalescence mechanisms

Microstructure Evolution in Al-7Si-0.3Mg Alloy During Partial Melting and Solidification from Melt: A Comparison

This introduction paper is based on the paper “Microstructure Evolution in Al-7Si-0.3Mg Alloy During Partial Melting and Solidification from Melt: A Comparison” published by “world foundry congress (wfc06)”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: In the present work, a comparative study of microstructure evolution in Sr modified Al-7Si-0.3Mg alloy isothermally held at semi-solid state under conditions of

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Fig. 2. (a) Family and shapes of terminals used ((1) spherical, (2) cylinders, (3) L shapes, (4) S shape or cranks, (5) modified cylinders, (6) special shapes); (b) Piece to be studied.

Optimisation of die casting process in Zamak alloys

This introduction paper is based on the paper “Optimisation of die casting process in Zamak alloys” published by “Procedia Manufacturing”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: The casting industry is one of the major industries in the world with a great impact in everybody’s life. Die casting is a process where a permanent mould is used, and

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Photo 3.3 Manufactured copper rotors

Novel Method of Improving Squirrel Cage Induction Motor Performance by using Mixed Conductivity Fabricated Rotors (MCFR)

This introduction paper is based on the paper “Novel Method of Improving Squirrel Cage Induction Motor Performance by using Mixed Conductivity Fabricated Rotors (MCFR)” published by “North West University”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: The ideal squirrel cage motor should have a varying rotor resistance; large at standstill, and decreasing as the speed rises. Overseas-designed high

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Mega and Giga Casting: A New Technological Paradigmfor DieMaterialand Design

Mega and Giga Casting: A New Technological Paradigm for Die Material and Design

This introduction paper is based on the paper “Mega and Giga Casting: A New Technological Paradigm for Die Material and Design” published by “The 75th World Foundry Congress”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: The sociotechnological transition to electric mobility requires much lighter, more economic and more sustainable life cycle Electric Vehicles (EVs). To meet with these

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Figure 1.1 Automotive Water Inlet Casting.

Mechanisms of Leaker Formation in Aluminium High Pressure Die Casting: A Handbook Summary

This introduction paper is based on the paper “Mechanisms of Leaker Formation in Aluminium High Pressure Die Casting” published by “University of Queensland”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: Within this report an understanding of the mechanisms of leaker formation, both in general and in a specific aluminium high pressure die casting, is developed. This understanding is

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Fig. 5. Experimental setup for inductive heating.

Clinching of Heated Aluminum Die Casting

This article introduces the paper “Clinching of Heated Aluminum Die Casting” presented at the “WGP 2021, LNPE, Springer Nature Switzerland AG 2022” 1. Overview: 2. Research Background: In contemporary automotive manufacturing, the utilization of multi-material bodies (MMB) is increasingly prevalent. This approach addresses the complex demands of lightweight construction, cost optimization, and stringent performance criteria,

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Fig.1 Test sample SEM: (a) sample 1; (b) sample 2; (c) sample 7; (d) sample 8

Mechanism and performance of coal spontaneous combustion with a halide carrier inorganic salt inhibitor

This introduction paper is based on the paper “Mechanism and performance of coal spontaneous combustion with a halide carrier inorganic salt inhibitor” published by “Chinese Journal of Engineering”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: Coal spontaneous combustion seriously restricts the safe production of coal mines, and adding an inhibitor is one of the effective methods to prevent

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Fig. 2 Photographs of specimens at room temperature. (a) A lot of cracks are found in KCI-30 mol%NaCl specimen. (b) K2CO3-50 mol%Na2CO3 specimen shows very brittle behavior.

Mechanical Properties of Salt Core Comprised of Alkali Carbonate and Alkali Chloride

This introduction paper is based on the paper “Mechanical Properties of Salt Core Comprised of Alkali Carbonate and Alkali Chloride” published by “J. JFS”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: The strength of salt core comprised of NaCl-Na2CO3, KCI-K2CO3, KC1-NaCl and K2CO3-Na2CO3 binary salt systems was investigated in order to develop expendable core for high pressure die

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Fig. 1 (a)Appearance of injection-molded salt mixture and (b) Schematic illustration of mold

Mechanical Properties of Mixed Salt Core Made by Die Casting Machine

This introduction paper is based on the paper “Mechanical Properties of Mixed Salt Core Made by Die Casting Machine” published by “鋳造工学 (Journal of the Japan Foundry Engineering Society, J. JFS)”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: Effects of mold temperature and injection pressure on mechanical properties and surface defects of Na2CO3-20mol%NaCl-30mol%KCl salt-mixtures made by high pressure

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