Tag Archives: Alloying elements

Figure 2: Gray cast iron.

Investigating the Microscopic Structure of Cast Iron and Its Application in Industry

From Lab to Production Line: How Cast Iron Microstructure Analysis Boosts Component Performance This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Investigating the Microscopic Structure of Cast Iron and Its Application in Industry” by Milad Karimi, published in Journal of Engineering in Industrial Research (2023). Keywords Executive Summary The Challenge: Why This Research Matters

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Figure 1 The aluminium life cycle

The Chemical Composition of Post-Consumer Aluminium Scrap – A Challenge in Aluminium Recycling

The Recycled Aluminum Dilemma: Mastering Chemical Composition for High-Integrity Die Casting This technical summary is based on the academic paper “The Chemical Composition of Post-Consumer Aluminium Scrap – A Challenge in Aluminium Recycling” by Ciprian Bulei, Imre Kiss, and Mihai–Paul Todor, published in Acta Polytechnica Hungarica (2023). Keywords Executive Summary The Challenge: Why This Research

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Fig. 9. Freezing time [s] of materials CP-Al, 2124, 2218, and 6063 prepared at 0, 25, 75, 100, 125 and 150 MPa

EFFECT OF LIQUID FORGING PRESSURE ON SOLUBILITY AND FREEZING COEFFICIENTS OF CAST ALUMINUM 2124, 2218 AND 6063 ALLOYS

How Liquid Forging Pressure Unlocks Superior Hardness and Reduces Porosity in Aluminum Alloys This technical summary is based on the academic paper “EFFECT OF LIQUID FORGING PRESSURE ON SOLUBILITY AND FREEZING COEFFICIENTS OF CAST ALUMINUM 2124, 2218 AND 6063 ALLOYS” by Vineet Tirth and Amir Arabi, published in Archives of Metallurgy and Materials (2020). It

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Fig. 2 Macrostructure of AlSi10.5Cu1.2Mn0.8Ni1.2Pb0.5 alloy a) sand mold b) metal mold

The Effect of Casting Mold Material on Microstructure of Al-Si Alloys

Paper Title Metal vs. Sand Molds: How Cooling Rate Dictates Al-Si Alloy Microstructure and Performance This technical summary is based on the academic paper “The Effect of Casting Mold Material on Microstructure of Al-Si Alloys” by Tomas Vlach and Jaromir Cais, published in MANUFACTURING TECHNOLOGY (2022). It has been analyzed and summarized for technical experts

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Fig. 1. Microstructure of AlZn10Si8Mg cast alloy, etch. Fuss (full colour version available online)

CHARACTERIZATION OF PHASES IN SECONDARY AlZn10Si8Mg CAST ALLOY

Unlocking Performance in Recycled Aluminum: A Deep Dive into Secondary AlZn10Si8Mg Alloy Microstructure This technical summary is based on the academic paper “CHARACTERIZATION OF PHASES IN SECONDARY AlZn10Si8Mg CAST ALLOY” by Eva Tillová, Emília Ďuriníková, and Mária Chalupová, published in Materials Engineering – Materiálové inžinierstvo (2011). Keywords Executive Summary The Challenge: Why This Research Matters

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Fig. 1 High-pressure die-cast specimens

Metallurgical Assessment of Novel Mg-Sn-La Alloys Produced by High-Pressure Die Casting

This introduction paper is based on the paper “Metallurgical Assessment of Novel Mg-Sn-La Alloys Produced by High-Pressure Die Casting” published by “The Korean Institute of Metals and Materials”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: Mg alloys containing Al are widely used for industrial applications, but the use of these alloys as an automotive part is limited due

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Fig. 1 Spiral fluidity test mold

PREDICTION OF FLUIDITY OF CASTING ALUMINUM ALLOYS USING ARTIFICIAL NEURAL NETWORK

Predict­ing Cast­ing Alu­minum Alloy Flu­id­i­ty with AI: A New Mod­el for Defect-Free Production This technical summary is based on the academic paper “PREDICTION OF FLUIDITY OF CASTING ALUMINUM ALLOYS USING ARTIFICIAL NEURAL NETWORK” by Yuan Gao, Hengcheng Liao, Xiaojing Suo, and Qigui Wang, published in Contributed Papers from Materials Science and Technology 2019 (MS&T19) (2019).

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Fig. 41. Tsol - Solidus Temperature (°C) vs. Cu (wt.%) and SiEQ (wt.%)

Fraction solid evolution characteristics of AlSiCu alloys – dynamic baseline approach

Beyond Trial-and-Error: Mastering AlSiCu Alloy Solidification with Dynamic Baseline Analysis This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Fraction solid evolution characteristics of AlSiCu alloys – dynamic baseline approach” by P. Marchwica, J.H. Sokolowski, and W.T. Kierkus, published in the Journal of Achievements in Materials and Manufacturing Engineering (2011). Keywords Executive Summary The Challenge:

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Fig. 1. Parts of housing used for anodizing in the state before anodizing: a) AlSi12, b) AlSi8 and after anodizing: c) AlSi12, d) AlSi8

INFLUENCE OF PRIMARY SILICON PRECIPITATES ON ANODIZED ALUMINUM ALLOYS SURFACE LAYER PROPERTIES

Beyond the Surface: How Silicon Content Impacts Anodized HPDC Component Performance This technical summary is based on the academic paper “INFLUENCE OF PRIMARY SILICON PRECIPITATES ON ANODIZED ALUMINUM ALLOYS SURFACE LAYER PROPERTIES” by Krzysztof LABISZ*, Jarosław KONIECZNY, Łukasz WIERZBICKI, Janusz ĆWIEK, and Anna BUTOR, published in TRANSPORT PROBLEMS (2018). Keywords Executive Summary The Challenge: Why

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Figure 1 - SEM images of a zinc die cast sample surface (a) before and after immersion in a 0.5M sodium chloride solution for (b) 30 and (c) 60 minutes.

Special Aspects of Electrodeposition on Zinc Die Castings

Unlocking Flawless Finishes: A Deep Dive into the Science of Electroplating on Zinc Die Casting This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Special Aspects of Electrodeposition on Zinc Die Castings” by Valeriia Reveko and Per Møller, published in NASF SURFACE TECHNOLOGY WHITE PAPERS (2018). It has been analyzed and summarized for technical experts

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