Tag Archives: Alloying elements

Fig.6: Pictures of the sample 1 without salt spray test after the static breakage test

EFFECT OF MATERIAL SEGREGATIONS DUE TO SQUEEZE PARAMETERS ON MECHANICAL PROPERTIES OF HIGH PRESSURE DIECAST PARTS

Unlocking HPDC Strength: Does Squeeze Pin Technology Weaken High-Stress Components? This technical summary is based on the academic paper “EFFECT OF MATERIAL SEGREGATIONS DUE TO SQUEEZE PARAMETERS ON MECHANICAL PROPERTIES OF HIGH PRESSURE DIECAST PARTS” by Ferencz PETI and Petru SERBAN, published in Acta Marisiensis. Seria Technologica (2020). Keywords Executive Summary The Challenge: Why This

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Fig. 1: Two-parameter Weibull plot for fatigue life of a Sr-modified A356 casting alloy sorted by type of crack origin (pore, oxides, or slip bands) observed on fracture [1, 13]

Best practices for making high integrity lightweight metal castings – molten metal composition and cleanliness control

The Secrets to Flawless Castings: A Guide to Molten Metal Control for High Integrity Lightweight Castings This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Best practices for making high integrity lightweight metal castings – molten metal composition and cleanliness control” by Qigui Wang, published in CHINA FOUNDRY (2014). Keywords Executive Summary The Challenge: Why

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Figure 18- 2D creep deformation mechanism map for coarse pure Zinc, red frame means the region researched in the project [11]

Interaction of Creep and Ageing Behaviors in Zinc Die Castings

Predicting Long-Term Performance: A Deep Dive into Creep and Ageing in Zinc Die Casting Alloys This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Interaction of Creep and Ageing Behaviors in Zinc Die Castings” by F. E. Goodwin, L. H. Kallien, and W. Leis, published in the 2016 Die Casting Congress & Tabletop (NADCA). Keywords

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Fig. 1. Shrinkage porosity- microstructural image according to [4]

Analysis and Evaluation of Effect of Manganese Content on Properties of EN AC 46000 Aluminum Alloy

The Manganese Solution: How a Small Alloy Addition Transforms EN AC 46000 HPDC Properties This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Analysis and Evaluation of Effect of Manganese Content on Properties of EN AC 46000 Aluminum Alloy” by Martyna Pasternak, Marcin Brzeziński, and Gabriela Piwowarczyk, published in the Journal of Casting & Materials

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Figure 4.1. Variation of corrosion rate of cast products in 0.1M H2SO4

EFFECTS OF SPIN AND DIE CASTING ON MICROSTRUCTURE AND CORROSION BEHAVIOUR OF Al-Mg-Si ALLOY

Paper Title Al-Mg-Si Alloy Casting: A Comparative Study on Microstructure and Corrosion Performance This technical summary is based on the academic paper “EFFECTS OF SPIN AND DIE CASTING ON MICROSTRUCTURE AND CORROSION BEHAVIOUR OF Al-Mg-Si ALLOY” by Henry Kayode TALABI, Benjamin Omotayo ADEWUYI, and Oladayo OLANIRAN, published in ACTA TEHNICA CORVINIENSIS – Bulletin of Engineering

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Fig. 4: Microstructures of permanent mold cast (a) and die-cast (b) Al-Si-Cu-Mg alloys

Low-cycle fatigue behavior of permanent mold cast and die-cast Al-Si-Cu-Mg alloys

Unlocking Longer Component Life: A Deep Dive into Al-Si-Cu-Mg Alloy Fatigue Behavior This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Low-cycle fatigue behavior of permanent mold cast and die-cast Al-Si-Cu-Mg alloys” by Chen Lijia, Wang Di, Che Xin, and Li Feng, published in CHINA FOUNDRY (2012). Keywords Executive Summary The Challenge: Why This Research

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Fig. 6. EDS analysis of impurities, narrow points the area of analysis

The Influence of Casting Defects on Fatigue Resistance of Elektron 21 Magnesium Alloy

Unlocking Durability: How Heat Treatment and Casting Defects Dictate Magnesium Alloy Fatigue Resistance This technical summary is based on the academic paper “The Influence of Casting Defects on Fatigue Resistance of Elektron 21 Magnesium Alloy” by I. Pikos, A. Kiełbus, and J. Adamiec, published in ARCHIVES of FOUNDRY ENGINEERING (2013). Keywords Executive Summary The Challenge:

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Fig. 6. Pit-tail test result of HPDC MRI 260D tensile bar (as-cast).

Recent developments in high-pressure die-cast magnesium alloys for automotive and future applications

Next-Gen HPDC Magnesium Alloys: A Guide to Higher Strength, Ductility, and Performance This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Recent developments in high-pressure die-cast magnesium alloys for automotive and future applications” by Gerry Gang Wang and J.P. Weiler, published in Journal of Magnesium and Alloys (2023). Keywords Executive Summary The Challenge: Why This

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Fig 2 Typical microstructure of type A357.0 hypoeutectic alloy.

Friction and Wear of Aluminum-Silicon Alloys

Unlocking Superior Durability: The Science Behind Aluminum-Silicon Alloy Wear Resistance in HPDC This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Friction and Wear of Aluminum-Silicon Alloys” by Barrie S. Shabel, Douglas A. Granger, and William G. Truckner, published in ASM Handbook, Volume 18: Friction, Lubrication, and Wear Technology (1992). Keywords Executive Summary The Challenge:

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Figure 3: Whitening of cast iron due to the penetration of tellurium.

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 for Casting

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