Tag Archives: Alloying elements

Fig. 2. Structure of the sand cast alloy(top left) and anodic layer (top right) and structure of the high pressure cast (bottom left) and anodic layer (bottom right) produced on the composite EN-ACAlSi9Cu3

INFLUENCE OF ALUMINIUM ALLOY ANODIZING AND CASTING METHODS ON STRUCTURE AND FUNCTIONAL PROPERTIES

Optimizing Anodized Aluminum Components: Why Your Casting Method is the Critical First Step This technical summary is based on the academic paper “INFLUENCE OF ALUMINIUM ALLOY ANODIZING AND CASTING METHODS ON STRUCTURE AND FUNCTIONAL PROPERTIES” by J. KONIECZNY, K.LABISZ, M. POLOK-RUBINIEC, A. WŁODARCZYK-FLIGIER, published in Arch. Metall. Mater. (2016). Keywords Executive Summary The Challenge: Why

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Fig. 1. a) Graphite crucible, b) Working chamber of the UMSA device: 1 –thermocouple, 2 – tested sample, 3 – induction coli, 4 – ceramic isolation

Characteristic of Cast Zn-Al-Cu Alloy Microstructure after Modification

Unlocking Superior Performance in Zinc Die Casting: A Deep Dive into Zn-Al-Cu Alloy Modification This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Characteristic of Cast Zn-Al-Cu Alloy Microstructure after Modification” by B. Krupińska, M. Krupiński, Z. Rdzawski, K. Labisz, and M. Król, published in ARCHIVES of FOUNDRY ENGINEERING (2014). Keywords Executive Summary The Challenge:

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Thermophysical properties of Al-based metal matrix composites suitable for automotive brake discs

Beyond Cast Iron: Engineering High-Performance Al-MMC Brake Discs for 470°C+ Operation

This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Thermophysical properties of Al-based metal matrix composites suitable for automotive brake discs” published by Lucia Lattanzi and Samuel Ayowole Awe in the Journal of Alloys and Metallurgical Systems (2024). It was analyzed and summarized for HPDC experts by CASTMAN experts with the help of LLM AI

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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. 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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Fig. 1. Tensile properties of the four alloys made from cylindrical tensile test bars examined in as-cast, T4 and T6 tempers. (a), ADC3, (b), ADC10#1, (c) ADC10#2, (d) ADC12.

Unlocking Hidden Strength: How Novel Heat Treatments Transform HPDC Aluminum Alloys

This technical summary is based on the academic paper “The Effect of Heat Treatment on Tensile, Fatigue and Fracture Resistance of ADC3, ADC10, and ADC12 Alloys” published by Roger N. Lumley, David Viano, John R. Griffiths, and Cameron J. Davidson in the Proceedings of the 12th International Conference on Aluminium Alloys (2010). It was analyzed

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Figure 1 – BMW X5 Shock tower cast by Albany Chicago in Aural-2 alloy.

Unlocking Performance: A Deep Dive into Modern Structural Die Casting Alloys

This technical review is based on the academic paper “Aluminum Alloys for Structural Die Casting” by Martin Hartlieb, published in Die Casting Engineer (May 2013). CASTMAN’s technical experts analyzed and summarized this with the help of AI. 1. Overview 2. Abstract The demand for large, complex, and high-performance structural die castings for applications in the

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Table 3-1 Solid solubility of elements in aluminum [2]

Beyond Cooling Rates: A Deep Dive into Chemical Composition and Its Impact on Secondary Dendrite Arm Spacing (SDAS) Control

This technical summary is based on the academic dissertation “Impact of casting parameters and chemical composition on the solidification behaviour of Al-Si-Cu hypoeutectic alloy” by Dipl.-Ing. Jelena Pavlovic-Krstic (2010). It has been analyzed and summarized for technical experts by CASTMAN with the assistance of AI. Keywords Executive Summary A 30-second overview for busy professionals. The

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Fig. 4 – Optical micrographs of copper-coated basalt fiber reinforced composites. (a) 2.5 wt%, (b) 5 wt%, (c) 7.5 wt% and (d) 10 wt% fiber reinforcements.

Unlocking Superior Strength: How Copper-Coated Basalt Fibers Elevate Aluminum Metal Matrix Composites

This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Development And Characterization Of Copper-Coated Basalt Fiber Reinforced Aluminium Alloy Composites” published by S. Ezhil Vannan and S. Paul Vizhian in the International Journal of Engineering Research & Technology (IJERT) (2013). It was analyzed and summarized for HPDC experts by CASTMAN with the support of AI.

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Fig. 1. Schematic of Continuous Rod Casting Machine

4 Key Levers for Casting Process Optimization: Lessons for HPDC from a Copper Alloy Study

This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Effect of water flow rate, casting speed, alloying elements and pull distance on tensile strength, elongation percentage and microstructure of continuous cast copper alloys” published by Bagherian, E-R., Fan, Y., Cooper, M., Frame, B., & Abdolvand, A. in Metallurgical Research and Technology (2016). It was analyzed

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