Tag Archives: Al-Si alloy

Fig. 2. Microstructure of Al-Si-Mg-Mn and Al-Mg-Si-Mn alloys in the initial state and after chemical modification of eutectic (developed based on: www.alurheinfelden.com)

Microstructure Formation and Grain Refinement of Al-Mg-Si-Mn Casting Alloys

Optimizing Al-Mg-Si-Mn Casting Alloys: The Dual Role of Titanium in Grain Refinement and Microstructure Control This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Microstructure formation and grain refinement of Al-Mg-Si-Mn casting alloys” by Viktoriya Boyko, Edward Czekaj, Małgorzata Warmuzek, and Kostiantyn Mykhalenkov, published in Transactions of the Foundry Research Institute (2018). Keywords Executive Summary

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Fig. 1. Total casting surface, mag. 3x

Influence of Al5FeSi Phases on the Cracking of Castings at Al-Si Alloys

Cracking the Code: How Iron Contamination Creates Catastrophic Failure in Al-Si Alloy Castings This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Influence of Al5FeSi Phases on the Cracking of Castings at Al-Si Alloys” by I. Hren, J. Svobodova, and Š. Michna, published in ARCHIVES of FOUNDRY ENGINEERING (2018). It has been analyzed and summarized

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Fig.1 – (a) The rotating furnace-sonication system; (b) Impeller with nitrogen degassing, (c) Shock tower

An investigation on effect of rotary degassing-ultrasonic method on high pressure die casting products

Ultrasonic Melt Treatment: A Breakthrough in Porosity and Inclusion Reduction for HPDC This technical summary is based on the academic paper “An investigation on effect of rotary degassing-ultrasonic method on high pressure die casting products” by R. Haghayeghi, published in La Metallurgia Italiana (March 2022). It has been analyzed and summarized for technical experts by

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Fig. 2. Exemplary results of the X-ray inspections for the details of various circulating scrap proportions: a) sample No. 1, b) sample No. 2, c) sample No. 3, d) sample No. 4, e) sample No. 5, f) sample No. 6

The Influence of the Proportion of Charge from Waste Materials on the Quality of High Pressure Castings

Maximizing Recycled Content: Finding the Quality Sweet Spot for Circulating Scrap in HPDC This technical summary is based on the academic paper “The Influence of the Proportion of Charge from Waste Materials on the Quality of High Pressure Castings” by P. Schlafka and A. W. Bydałek, published in ARCHIVES of FOUNDRY ENGINEERING (2019). It has

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Fig. 2. Character of crack propagation in structure of casting with not acceptable defect documented by LM (a) and SEM (b)

EVALUATION OF CRACKING CAUSES OF AlSi5Cu3 ALLOY CASTINGS

Solving the Cracking Puzzle in AlSi5Cu3 Alloy Castings: A Microstructural Investigation for HPDC Engineers This technical summary is based on the academic paper “EVALUATION OF CRACKING CAUSES OF AlSi5Cu3 ALLOY CASTINGS” by Š. EPERJEŠI, M. MATVIJA, L. EPERJEŠI, M. VOJTKO, published in ARCHIVES OF METALLURGY AND MATERIALS (2014). It has been analyzed and summarized for

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Fig. 1. Experimental sample – flange of alternator

Pressing Speed, Specific Pressure and Mechanical Properties of Aluminium Cast

Optimizing HPDC: How Plunger Speed and Specific Pressure Impact Aluminum Casting Quality This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Pressing Speed, Specific Pressure and Mechanical Properties of Aluminium Cast” by S. Gaspar and J. Pasko, published in ARCHIVES of FOUNDRY ENGINEERING (2016). It has been analyzed and summarized for technical experts by CASTMAN.

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Figure 4: Shaped part of the mould after capillary testing

Use of Duplex PVD Coatings to Increase the Life of Moulds and Cores for die Casting of Aluminium Alloys in the Automotive Industry

Boosting Tool Life: How Duplex PVD Coatings Revolutionize Aluminum Die Casting This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Use of Duplex PVD Coatings to Increase the Life of Moulds and Cores for die Casting of Aluminium Alloys in the Automotive Industry” by Janette Brezinová et al., published in Acta Mechanica Slovaca (2022). It

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Fig.4 - Microstructure and α1- AlSiMnFe and α2- AlSiMnFe intermetallics in the F (a) and T6 (b) samples.

Unlocking High-Performance HPDC with 90% Recycled Aluminum: A Technical Breakdown of T6 Heat Treatment Effects

This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Comparison of As Cast and T6 heat treatment on high end-of-life-scrap secondary aluminium alloy for High-Pressure Die Casting automotive structural components” by A. Bongiovanni, A. Castellero, M. Da Silva, published in La Metallurgia Italiana (Aprile 2024). It has been analyzed and summarized for technical experts by

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Figure 1.1.1: Application of two high pressure die-casting components made of the aluminium alloy Castasil-37 in the car body of the current Audi A8 (third generation (D4), production 2010 - present).

A Probabilistic Approach in Failure Modellingof AluminiumHighPressure Die-Castings

This technical summary is based on the academic paper “A Probabilistic Approach in Failure Modelling of Aluminium High Pressure Die-Castings” by Octavian Knoll, submitted as a Thesis for the degree of Philosophiae Doctor at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology and Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (2015). It has been analyzed and summarized for technical

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Fig. 4. Microstructure of secondary AlSi9Cu3 cast alloy (1 - Į-phase, 2 - eutectic, 3 - Fe-rich phase, 4 - Cu-rich phase) etch. Dix-Keller

Under the Microscope: Optimizing Recycled Aluminum for the Automotive Industry

In the relentless drive for fuel efficiency and sustainability, the automotive industry has increasingly turned to lightweight materials. Aluminum alloys are at the forefront of this revolution, offering an excellent strength-to-weight ratio. But what makes this even more compelling is the ability to use recycled aluminum, which requires only a fraction of the energy needed

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