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
![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)
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
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
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
This article introduces the paper “Advanced casting technologies for lightweight automotive applications”. 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
This article introduces the paper “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 post-casting involves methods
![Fig. 2. Permanent mould casting machine for casting single pistons [8]](https://castman.co.kr/wp-content/uploads/image-272-570x342.webp)
This article introduces the 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 lighter vehicles
![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)
This article introduces the paper “Influence of Die Temperature in High Pressure Die Casting of Thin-Walled Components” by M. Wessén and L. Näslund: 1. Overview: 2. Research Background: 3. Research Purpose and Research Questions: 4. Research Methodology 5. Main Research Results: 6. Conclusion and Discussion: 7. Future Follow-up Research: 8. References: 9. Copyright: This material
![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 article introduces the paper “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 and reduce CO2
This article introduces the paper “Study on the Influence of Injection Velocity on the Evolution of Hole Defects in Die-Cast Aluminum Alloy” presented at the MDPI 1. Overview: 2. Research Background: 3. Research Purpose and Research Questions: 4. Research Methodology 5. Main Research Results: 6. Conclusion and Discussion: 7. Future Follow-up Research: 8. References: 9.
