Tag Archives: Al-Si alloy

Figure 2. Base alloy- 17hrs of aging.

Effect of Cr Addition on Mechanical Properties and Wear Rate of Cast Al-Cu Alloy

This article introduces the paper[‘Effect of Cr Addition on Mechanical Properties and Wear Rate of Cast Al-Cu Alloy’] published by [‘Indian Journal of Science and Technology’]. 1. Overview: 2. Abstracts or Introduction This paper investigates the effect of Chromium (Cr) addition on the hardness, tensile properties, and wear behavior of Aluminum-4.5%Copper (Al-4.5Cu) alloy A206. The

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Figure 1. Standard dimensions (mm) of a 950 W electric power generator piston

Design and Analysis of Permanent Mould for Small Internal Combustion Engine Piston

This article introduces the paper [‘Design and Analysis of Permanent Mould for Small Internal Combustion Engine Piston’] published by [‘Jordan Journal of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering’]. 1. Overview: 2. Abstracts or Introduction The abstract of the paper states that the research addresses the issue of piston waste due to the short service life of generators

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Casting of product of Al-25% Si with thin fins

Casting of product of Al-25%Si with thin fins

This article introduces the paper[‘Casting of product of Al-25%Si with thin fins’] published by [‘La Metallurgia Italiana’]. 1. Overview: 2. Abstracts or Introduction Recently, the demand for die-casting products with thin fins for heat sinks has increased. A383 aluminum alloy is commonly used for die-casting due to its excellent flowability. However, producing A383 components thinner

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Fig.11 Die-cast products and conductivity under different conditions

Thermodynamic Design and Experiment on High Conductivity Die-casting Al-Si-Fe Aluminum Alloy for 5G Base Station Heat Sink

This article introduces the paper ‘Thermodynamic Design and Experiment on High Conductivity Die-casting Al-Si-Fe Aluminum Alloy for 5G Base Station Heat Sink’ published by ‘Special Casting & Nonferrous Alloys’. 1. Overview: 2. Abstracts or Introduction Abstract: In view of the inversion problem between strength and electrical (thermal) conductivity of die-cast aluminum heat sinks in 5G

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Figure 25. MMC uses in automotive applications as cylinder liners, brake rotors, intake and exhaust valves, and driveshaft, etc.

50 Years of Foundry-Produced Metal Matrix Composites and Future Opportunities

This article introduces the paper [’50 Years of Foundry-Produced Metal Matrix Composites and Future Opportunities’] published by [‘Springer’]. 1. Overview: 2. Abstracts or Introduction This paper, commemorating the Golden Anniversary of the 1969 AFS paper “Dispersion of Graphite Particles in Aluminum Castings through Injection of the Melt,” provides a comprehensive review of the advancements in

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Fig. 1Cause and effect diagram

Optimization of Die casting process based on Taguchi approach

This article introduces the paper [‘Optimization of Die casting process based on Taguchi approach’] published by [‘Elsevier’]. 1. Overview: 2. Abstracts or Introduction Due to its attributes of light weight and good formability, aluminium die casting is significantly important in the automotive industry. Porosity is a frequently encountered defect in aluminium die castings, limiting the

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Figure 1. Structure of the AlSi10MnMg alloy cast into a sand mould (GSC): (A)—as-cast condition (HV 10 kV, BSE); (B)—as-cast condition (HV 10 kV, SE); (C)–condition after HT400 (HV 10 kV, BSE); and (D)—condition after HT400 (HV 10 kV, SE).

Thermal Conductivity of AlSi10MnMg Alloy in Relation to Casting Technology and Heat

This article introduces the paper [‘Thermal Conductivity of AlSi10MnMg Alloy in Relation to Casting Technology and Heat Treatment Method’] presented at the [‘MDPI Materials’] 1. Overview: 2. Research Background: Background of the Research Topic: In contemporary industrial applications, particularly with the burgeoning field of electromobility, there is an escalating demand for cast components that exhibit

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Figure 7. (a) Graphical illustration of a cold-chamber die casting machine. (b) Casting cycle for cold-chamber die casting [14].

Al Alloys and Casting Processes for Induction Motor Applications in Battery-Powered Electric Vehicles: A Review

This article introduces the paper “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 materials. Aluminum (Al) alloys

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Fig. 1. Sampling locations for fatigue testing and metallographic examination.

Fatigue behavior of A356-T6 aluminum cast alloys. Part I. Effect of casting defects

This article introduces the paper [‘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, and notably their

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Figure 3. Squirrel cage rotor and its components manufactured from commercially pure aluminium via the high-pressure casting method.

Improving Electrical Conductivity of Commercially Pure Aluminium: The Synergistic Effect of AlB8 Master Alloy and Heat Treatment

This article introduces the paper “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 Ege Anıl DilerPublication

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