This paper summary is based on the article [‘Fatigue behavior of A356-T6 aluminum cast alloys. Part I. Effect of casting defects’] presented at the [‘Journal of Light Metals’] 1. Overview: 2. Research Background: Background of the Research Topic: Cast aluminum alloys are increasingly utilized in the automotive sector owing to their superior castability, corrosion resistance,
This paper summary is based on the article “Effect of Addition of Grain Refiner and Modifier on Microstructural and Mechanical Properties of Squeeze Cast A356 Alloy” presented at the “Transactions of the Indian Institute of Metals” 1. Overview: 2. Research Background: In industries such as automobile, aerospace, and defense, Aluminum-Silicon (Al-Si) alloys, particularly grade A356,
This paper summary is based on the article “Improving Electrical Conductivity of Commercially Pure Aluminium: The Synergistic Effect of AlB8 Master Alloy and Heat Treatment” presented at the “MDPI Materials” 1. Overview: Title: Improving Electrical Conductivity of Commercially Pure Aluminium: The Synergistic Effect of AlB8 Master Alloy and Heat TreatmentAuthors: Yusuf Zeybek, Cemile Kayış, and
![Figure1. Sludge factor versus temperature [14, 16].](https://castman.co.kr/wp-content/uploads/Figure1.-Sludge-factor-versus-temperature-14-16-570x342.webp)
This paper summary is based on the article “Casting Characteristics of Aluminum Die Casting Alloys” presented at the “US Department of Energy, Office of Industrial Technologies” 1. Overview: *Title: Casting Characteristics of Aluminum Die Casting Alloys*Author: Makhlouf M. Makhlouf, Diran Apelian*Publication Year: February 5, 2002*Publishing Journal/Academic Society: US Department of Energy, Office of Industrial Technologies*Keywords:
1. Overview: 2. Background: Lightweighting in the automotive industry is crucial for improving fuel efficiency. Aluminum and magnesium castings have been utilized for this purpose for a considerable time, gaining significant traction since the mid-1970s. Aluminum castings offer a 30-50% mass reduction compared to steel, while magnesium castings provide a 40-60% reduction. However, existing aluminum
![Figure 7. (a) Graphical illustration of a cold-chamber die casting machine. (b) Casting cycle for cold-chamber die casting [14].](https://castman.co.kr/wp-content/uploads/image-298-570x342.webp)
Paper Summary:This paper summary is based on the article Al Alloys and Casting Processes for Induction Motor Applications in Battery-Powered Electric Vehicles: A Review presented at the MDPI Metals 1. Overview: 2. Research Background: The increasing environmental concerns and the rapid growth of the battery-powered electric vehicle (BEV) industry have significantly driven research into lightweight
This paper summary is based on the article Development of water soluble cores for investment casting – A review presented in INDIAN ENGINEERING EXPORTS 1. Overview: 2. Research Background: Investment Casting utilizes wax patterns for creating complex castings. Cores are essential for forming internal geometries like undercuts and channels within these castings. Traditionally, core removal
![Fig. 2. Permanent mould casting machine for casting single pistons [8]](https://castman.co.kr/wp-content/uploads/image-272-570x342.webp)
This blog post summarizes the research paper “[Casting of Combustion Engine Pistons Before and Now on the Example of FM Gorzyce]” 1. Overview: 2. Research Background: Social/Academic Context: Combustion engine pistons face increasingly stringent demands driven by the need for enhanced thermo-mechanical loads, reduced exhaust emissions, and improved fuel efficiency. The automotive industry’s push for
![Figure 3.5: SEM images on the fracture surface of HPDC processed primary alloy showing: (a) gas pores, and (b) shrinkage pore. (adapted from [79])](https://castman.co.kr/wp-content/uploads/image-240-570x342.webp)
Here is the summary based on the paper “Influence of Die Temperature in High Pressure Die Casting of Thin-Walled Components” by M. Wessén and L. Näslund: Paper Summary: This paper summary is based on the article “Influence of Die Temperature in High Pressure Die Casting of Thin-Walled Components” presented at the NADCA Die Casting Congress
![Fig. 2.1 Graphical illustration of hot chamber diecasting [5].](https://castman.co.kr/wp-content/uploads/Fig.-2.1-Graphical-illustration-of-hot-chamber-diecasting-5-570x342.webp)
This paper summary is based on the article Development of High Strength Al-Mg2Si-Mg Based Alloy for High Pressure Diecasting Process presented as a thesis submitted for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy at Brunel University 1. Overview: 2. Research Background: The automotive industry is increasingly utilizing lightweight materials like aluminium alloys to enhance fuel efficiency
