Category Archives: Technical Data-E

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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Fig. 1 Schematic representation of experimental apparatus

JIS ADC12 Aluminum Alloy Semi-Solid Slurry Preparation Technology by Applying Mechanical Vibration

This introduction paper is based on the paper “[JIS ADC12 Aluminum Alloy Semi-Solid Slurry Preparation Technology by Applying Mechanical Vibration]” published by “[Materials Transactions]”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: Semi-solid high pressure die casting is known as a process capable of forming high quality products. JIS ADC12 aluminum alloy is widely used for high pressure die

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Figure 1. Casting region with gating system and 8 tensile samples HPDC tensile.

Evolution of Dilatant Shear Bands in High Pressure Die Casting for Al-Si Alloy

This introduction paper is based on the paper “The Evolution of Dilatant Shear Bands in High Pressure Die Casting for Al-Si Alloy” published by “Preprints.org”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: Bands of interdendritic porosity and positive macrosegregation are commonly observed in pressure die castings, with previous studies demonstrating their close relation to dilatant shear bands in

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Fig. 4: 3D morphology of porosity in HPDC AM60 alloys: (a) overall view of porosities in specimen; (b) a zoom-in area showing four types of porosities, such as gas-shrinkage pore (c), gas-pore (d), net-shrinkage (e), and island-shrinkage (f) [25]

Revealing Microstructure Characteristics in High Pressure Die Cast Alloys with X-ray Microtomography: A Handbook Overview

This introduction paper is based on the paper “Characteristics and distribution of microstructures in high pressure die cast alloys with X-ray microtomography: A review” published by “China Foundry”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: Al and Mg alloy high pressure die castings (HPDC) are increasingly used in automotive industries. The microstructures in the castings have decisive effect

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Fig. 1. Statorbuchse EC, a) Geometry, b) EC 75, c) EC 55

Effect of Core Temperature on HPDC Internal Casting Quality

This introduction paper is based on the paper “Effect of Core Temperature at HPDC on the Internal Quality of the Casting” published by “Archives of Foundry Engineering”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: High pressure die casting (HPDC) is one of the most productive casting methods to produce a wide range of aluminum components with high dimensional

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Figure 5: Laser marked identifier on aluminum die casting alloy.

Review of technologies for identification of die casting parts

The content of this introduction paper is based on the article “Review of technologies for identification of die casting parts” originating from researchers affiliated with Laserax Inc., Université Laval, and Viami International. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: Part traceability is increasingly required not only for safety critical applications, but for a growing number of applications within

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