Tag Archives: Al-Si alloy

Fig. 1 Interdendritic spaces of the AlSi12NiMgCu alloy filled with rough phases Al5FeSi (Fe content 0.82 [wt. %]) [9]

Analysis of the Increased Iron Content on the Corrosion Resistance of the AlSi7Mg0.3 Alloy Casting

Increased Iron in AlSi7Mg0.3: A Corrosion Risk or a Cost-Saving Opportunity? This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Analysis of the Increased Iron Content on the Corrosion Resistance of the AlSi7Mg0.3 Alloy Casting” by Jaroslava Svobodova, Milan Lunak, and Michal Lattner, published in Manufacturing Technology (2019). It has been analyzed and summarized for

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Fig. 1. Casting “body”

Influence of Sand Fluidization on Structure and Properties of Aluminum Lost Foam Casting

Beyond the Die: How Advanced Cooling in Lost Foam Casting Unlocks Superior Aluminum Casting Properties This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Influence of Sand Fluidization on Structure and Properties of Aluminum Lost Foam Casting” by P. Kaliuzhnyi, published in ARCHIVES of FOUNDRY ENGINEERING (2020). It has been analyzed and summarized for technical

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Fig. 4. Segregation of casting obtained: a) without cooling;b) with water mist cooling system method; 1 – boundary layer; 2 – cast core

THE EFFECT OF WATER MIST COOLING OF CASTING DIE ON THE SOLIDIFICATION, MICROSTRUCTURE AND PROPERTIES OF AlSi20 ALLOY

Unlocking Superior Hardness in AlSi20 Castings: A Deep Dive into Water Mist Die Cooling This technical summary is based on the academic paper “THE EFFECT OF WATER MIST COOLING OF CASTING DIE ON THE SOLIDIFICATION, MICROSTRUCTURE AND PROPERTIES OF AlSi20 ALLOY” by R. Władysiak, A. Kozuń, and T. Pacyniak, published in Arch. Metall. Mater. (2017).

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Fig. 1 Schematic of low-pressure die cast with LS for A356 alloy wheels

Microstructure and Properties of A356 Alloy Wheels Fabricated by Low-Pressure Die Casting with Local Squeeze

This introduction paper is based on the paper “Microstructure and Properties of A356 Alloy Wheels Fabricated by Low-Pressure Die Casting with Local Squeeze” published by “ASM International”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: The low-pressure die-casting process (LPDC) is widely utilized for manufacturing aluminum alloy automotive wheels, with A356 being a common material choice due to its

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Figure 1. Used molds and presses

Impact of Aspect Ratio on the Mechanical Properties of Squeeze-Cast Aluminum Alloys

Optimizing AA6061 Performance: How Component Geometry Dictates Squeeze Casting Process Success This technical summary is based on the academic paper “IMPACT ASPECT RATIO ON MECHANICAL PROPERTIES OF ALUMINUM ALLOY PRODUCED BY SQUEEZE CASTING PROCESS” by S.S. Mutar and N.S. Abtan, published in the International Journal on “Technical and Physical Problems of Engineering” (IJTPE) (2023). Keywords

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Fig. 2 Macrostructure of AlSi10.5Cu1.2Mn0.8Ni1.2Pb0.5 alloy a) sand mold b) metal mold

The Effect of Casting Mold Material on Microstructure of Al-Si Alloys

Paper Title Metal vs. Sand Molds: How Cooling Rate Dictates Al-Si Alloy Microstructure and Performance This technical summary is based on the academic paper “The Effect of Casting Mold Material on Microstructure of Al-Si Alloys” by Tomas Vlach and Jaromir Cais, published in MANUFACTURING TECHNOLOGY (2022). It has been analyzed and summarized for technical experts

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Fig.1. Cause and effect diagram (Ishikawa diagram) for casting porosity

Optimization of process parameters of High Pressure Die Casting process for ADC12 Aluminium alloy using Taguchi method

This introduction paper is based on the paper “[Optimization of process parameters of High Pressure Die Casting process for ADC12 Aluminium alloy using Taguchi method]” published by “[International Journal of Pure and Applied Mathematics]”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: A study has been carried out to optimize the die casting process parameters in order to achieve

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Fig. 1. Microstructure of AlZn10Si8Mg cast alloy, etch. Fuss (full colour version available online)

CHARACTERIZATION OF PHASES IN SECONDARY AlZn10Si8Mg CAST ALLOY

Unlocking Performance in Recycled Aluminum: A Deep Dive into Secondary AlZn10Si8Mg Alloy Microstructure This technical summary is based on the academic paper “CHARACTERIZATION OF PHASES IN SECONDARY AlZn10Si8Mg CAST ALLOY” by Eva Tillová, Emília Ďuriníková, and Mária Chalupová, published in Materials Engineering – Materiálové inžinierstvo (2011). Keywords Executive Summary The Challenge: Why This Research Matters

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Fig. 1 Spiral fluidity test mold

PREDICTION OF FLUIDITY OF CASTING ALUMINUM ALLOYS USING ARTIFICIAL NEURAL NETWORK

Predict­ing Cast­ing Alu­minum Alloy Flu­id­i­ty with AI: A New Mod­el for Defect-Free Production This technical summary is based on the academic paper “PREDICTION OF FLUIDITY OF CASTING ALUMINUM ALLOYS USING ARTIFICIAL NEURAL NETWORK” by Yuan Gao, Hengcheng Liao, Xiaojing Suo, and Qigui Wang, published in Contributed Papers from Materials Science and Technology 2019 (MS&T19) (2019).

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Fig. 3. Frequency Histogram Plots of Bending Strength for Horizontal and Vertical Sampling Method

EFFECT OF VORTEX RUNNER GATING SYSTEM ON THE MECHANICAL STRENGTH OF Al-12Si ALLOY CASTINGS

Boost Al-12Si Casting Strength: The Untapped Potential of Vortex Runner Design This technical summary is based on the academic paper “EFFECT OF VORTEX RUNNER GATING SYSTEM ON THE MECHANICAL STRENGTH OF Al-12Si ALLOY CASTINGS” by R. Ahmad and M.Y. Hashim, published in ARCHIVES OF METALLURGY AND MATERIALS (2011). Keywords Executive Summary The Challenge: Why This

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