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Fig. 1: Representation of the main parameters and nomenclature of FSW joints [2]

A Review of Bobbin Tool Friction Stir Welding (FSW) Process

This introduction paper is based on the paper “A Review of Bobbin Tool Friction Stir Welding (FSW) Process” published by “IJSTE – International Journal of Science Technology & Engineering”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: Over the last twenty years Friction Stir Welding (FSW) has proven to be a very promising new joining technique. Especially high strength

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Fig. 4. (a) FSW tool with different pin geometry (C: Cylindrical; TC: Threaded cylindrical; T: Tapered; TT: Threaded taper; FFS: Four flute square; FFC: Four flute cylindrical)(b) FSW tools with different shoulder geometry

A Critical Review of Friction Stir Welding Process

This introduction paper is based on the paper “A Critical Review of Friction Stir Welding Process” published by “DAAAM International Scientific Book 2015”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: Friction stir welding (FSW) is a permanent type solid state joining process which is increasing rapidly for joining different metal alloys and non-metals in manufacturing industries especially aerospace,

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Figure 1. Thermogenerator: (a) view from the structured side, (b) view through the transparent BSG-substrate.

Micromachined Thermogenerator Directly Integrated into Metal Parts Technological Aspects of the Embedding Process

A Breakthrough in Smart Casting: Embedding Electronics Directly into Molten Aluminum This technical brief is based on the academic paper “Micromachined Thermogenerator Directly Integrated into Metal Parts: Technological Aspects of the Embedding Process” by A. Ibragimov, H. Pleteit, C. Pille, and W. Lang, published in the 1st Joint International Symposium on System-Integrated Intelligence 2012. It

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Figure 2b) Casting showing problem predicted in figure 2a)

Examples of Practical Solutions for Aluminium Castings using Quiescent Running Systems and Computer Modelling

This introduction paper is based on the paper “Examples of Practical Solutions for Aluminium Castings using Quiescent Running Systems and Computer Modelling” published by “Conference Paper”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: The Castings Centre at the University of Birmingham, Birmingham, England has been using a combination of practical rules and computer simulation to supply running system

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Fig. 2 (a) A typical injection moulding cycle [12], (b) temperature variation in one cycle time [13], (c) factors that have influence in the moulded product quality (surface appearance and dimensional accuracy) [12].

Recent Advancement in Conformal cooling channels: A review on Design, simulation, and future trends

Slash Cycle Times and Boost Part Quality: A Deep Dive into Conformal Cooling Channel Technology This technical brief is based on the academic paper “Recent Advancement in Conformal cooling channels: A review on Design, simulation, and future trends” by Soroush Masoudi, Barun K. Das, Muhammad Aamir, and Majid Tolouei-Rad, a preprint available on SSRN (2024).

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Fig. 9: Microstructures and EDX results of purified NaCl (99.5%) reinforced by aluminum borate whisker. Whisker addition is 3.8vol%. (a) is SEM image with low magnification. (b) and (c) are enlarged area in fig. 6 (a). (d) and (e) are EDX results analyzed at fig.6 (b) and (c), respectively.

Strength of Aluminum Borate Whisker Reinforced Alkali Halides Salt Core

This introduction paper is based on the paper “Strength of Aluminum Borate Whisker Reinforced Alkali Halides Salt Core” published by “J. JFS (Journal of the Japan Foundry Engineering Society)”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: Salt core for the high pressure die casting was investigated. Three alkali halides, i.e. sodium chloride NaCl (98%), potassium bromide KBr (99.7%)

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Fig. 1: Schematic of the rheo pressure die casting system, showing its functional parts

Studies on Die Filling of A356 Al alloy and Development of a Steering Knuckle Component using Rheo Pressure Die Casting System

This introduction paper is based on the paper “Studies on Die Filling of A356 Al alloy and Development of a Steering Knuckle Component using Rheo Pressure Die Casting System” published by “Journal of Materials Processing Technology”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: In this study, a computational fluid dynamics (CFD) model is developed to investigate die filling

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Fig. 3 Troubleshooting and improvement of an aluminium-alloy casting

Rapid Casting Development

A Three-Pronged Approach to Slashing Lead Times with Simulation, Rapid Tooling, and Collaboration This technical brief is based on the academic paper “Rapid Casting Development” by B. Ravi, Dinesh Kumar Pal, and Nagahanumaiah, presented at the Rapid Manufacturing Seminar, TEAMTECH 2006. It is summarized and analyzed for casting professionals by the experts at CASTMAN. Keywords

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Figure 1 Shape and dimensions of specimen (a) smooth specimen, (b) notched specimen (in mm)

NOTCH EFFECT ON FATIGUE STRENGTH OF DIE CAST AM60 MAGNESIUM ALLOY

This introduction paper is based on the paper “NOTCH EFFECT ON FATIGUE STRENGTH OF DIE CAST AM60 MAGNESIUM ALLOY” published by “Asian Pacific Conference for Materials and Mechanics 2009 at Yokohama, Japan, November 13-16”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: This study investigates the notch effect on the fatigue strength of die-cast AM60 magnesium alloy. Four-point bending

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FIGURE 4. a) Rotor slot parametrization, b) examples of slot shapes investigated during the optimization.

Design-Based Comparison Between Aluminium and Copper Cages in Squirrel Cage Induction Motors

The content of this introduction paper is based on the article “Squirrel Cage Induction Motor: A Design-Based Comparison Between Aluminium and Copper Cages” published by “IEEE Open Journal of Industry Applications”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: In many industrial applications the self-starting capability of electric motors is still an important requirement enabling to simplify the drive

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