Tag Archives: Al-Si alloy

Figure 2. Casting and rheocasting application samples.

Comparison of Microstructure, Density and Shrinkage Porosity for Casting and Rheocasting of AlSi7Mg alloy

Rheocasting AlSi7Mg: A Breakthrough in Porosity Reduction and Microstructure Control This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Comparison of Microstructure, Density and Shrinkage Porosity for Casting and Rheocasting of AlSi7Mg alloy” by Kawan Abdulrahman et al., posted on Research Square (July 2023). It has been analyzed and summarized for technical experts by CASTMAN.

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Fig. 1. The hydraulic press.

Study on the Effect of Casting Pressure on the Wear Resistance of Al-Si Alloy Prepared by Squeeze Casting

Boosting Al-Si Alloy Performance: How Squeeze Casting Pressure Unlocks Superior Wear Resistance This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Study on the Effect of Casting Pressure on the Wear Resistance of Al-Si Alloy Prepared by Squeeze Casting” by Muna Khedier Abbass and Osama Sultan Muhammed, published in JKAU: Eng. Sci. (2012). It has

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Figure1 Fraction of phase in the Scheil model (a); Fractionof phase in the DB model (b).

Investigation on Heat Treatment Process Optimization of Super-Slow-Speed Die Casting A356.2 Alloy

Optimizing A356.2 Alloy: A Data-Driven Guide to Heat Treatment in Super-Slow-Speed Die Casting (SSS HPDC) This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Investigation on Heat Treatment Process Optimization of Super-Slow-Speed Die Casting A356.2 Alloy” by Lu Zhang¹,², Hengcheng Liao¹, Jiang Li², Liangchao Tang ², published in The 75th World Foundry Congress (2024). Keywords

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Fig. 1 RESAL supply format [15].

LOW CARBON FOOTPRINT ALUMINIUM COMPONENTS FOR E-MOBILITY

From Scrap to Structure: The Viability of Recycled Aluminum HPDC for E-Mobility This technical summary is based on the academic paper “LOW CARBON FOOTPRINT ALUMINIUM COMPONENTS FOR E-MOBILITY” by Elisa Fracchia, Claudio Mus, published in ACTA METALLURGICA SLOVACA (2024). Keywords Executive Summary The Challenge: Why This Research Matters for HPDC Professionals In the global shift

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Fig 2 Typical microstructure of type A357.0 hypoeutectic alloy.

Friction and Wear of Aluminum-Silicon Alloys

Unlocking Superior Durability: The Science Behind Aluminum-Silicon Alloy Wear Resistance in HPDC This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Friction and Wear of Aluminum-Silicon Alloys” by Barrie S. Shabel, Douglas A. Granger, and William G. Truckner, published in ASM Handbook, Volume 18: Friction, Lubrication, and Wear Technology (1992). Keywords Executive Summary The Challenge:

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Fig. 1. Recycled ingots

Effect of Chip Amount on Microstructural and Mechanical Properties of A356 Aluminum Casting Alloy

Maximizing Recycled A356 Aluminum: A Data-Driven Guide to Balancing Cost and Performance This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Effect of Chip Amount on Microstructural and Mechanical Properties of A356 Aluminum Casting Alloy” by A.Y. Kaya et al., published in ARCHIVES of FOUNDRY ENGINEERING (2021). Keywords Executive Summary The Challenge: Why This Research

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Figure 1 – Schematic Image of the Component with Gating system and locations for analyses.

COMPARISON OF MICROSTRUCTURE AND TENSILE PROPERTY OF SILAFONT-36 AND MERCALOY 367 IN A REAR CROSS MEMBER PROTOTYPE CASTING USING HPDC PROCESS

Silafont-36 vs. Mercaloy 367: A Head-to-Head Comparison for High-Integrity Structural Aluminum Casting This technical summary is based on the academic paper “COMPARISON OF MICROSTRUCTURE AND TENSILE PROPERTY OF SILAFONT-36 AND MERCALOY 367 IN A REAR CROSS MEMBER PROTOTYPE CASTING USING HPDC PROCESS” by K Sadayappan, G Birsan, X Zeng, and S Shankar, published in Contributed

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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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