This introduction paper is based on the paper “Development of Platinum-Base Superalloy Components via Powder Metallurgy” published by “Euro PM2009 – Non-Ferrous Materials – Processing”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: Platinum-base superalloys were developed by Mintek before but as these alloys are difficult to cast and have limited formability, powder metallurgy was a potential production route
This introduction paper is based on the paper “New generation of high strength aluminum casting alloys” published by “Light Metal Age”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: The article represents the research results for phase composition, structure, and mechanical properties of the new sparingly alloyed high strength alloy of the Al-Zn-Mg-Ni-Fe system (Nickalyn-AZ6NF). The main advantages of
This introduction paper is based on the paper “Strengthening behavior and thermal conductivity of Cu/Al composite with penetration architecture” published by “Transactions of Nonferrous Metals Society of China”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: To improve the strength of Al alloys without severely deteriorating the thermal conductivity, the Cu/Al bimetallic composite comprising penetration architecture was artificially designed
This introduction paper is based on the paper “Metal Casting Dies” published by “Indian Foundry Journal”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: Die-castings are the highest produced engineering components in foundries. These cast products are important components ranging from automotive to playing toys. Die-casting is a versatile process for producing engineered metal parts. The liquid metal or
This introduction paper is based on the paper “Mechanical properties of homogenized twin-roll cast and conventionally cast AZ31 magnesium alloys” published by “Materials Engineering – Materiálové inžinierstvo”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: The improvement of mechanical properties of magnesium alloys nowadays is very important, because of the variety of industrial applications. For this goal, the number
This introduction paper is based on the paper “Joining Technologies for Aluminium Castings—A Review” published by “Coatings”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: Aluminium castings have been widely used in many industries, including automotive, aerospace, telecommunication, construction, consumer products, etc., due to their lightweight, good electric and thermal conductivity, and electromagnetic interference/radio frequency interference (EMI/RFI) shielding properties.
This introduction paper is based on the paper “Effect of Shielding Gases on the Wire Arc Additive Manufacturability of 5 Cr – 4 Mo Tool Steel for Die Casting Mold Making” published by “Korean Journal of Metals and Materials”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: Generally, molds are fabricated by the machining of massive billets of tool
This introduction paper is based on the paper “Parameter Optimization and Precision Control of Water-Soluble Support Cores for Hollow Composite Castings Fabricated by Slurry Microextrusion Direct Forming Method” published by “3D Printing and Additive Manufacturing”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: The optimization of slurry content and forming process parameters has a significant effect in slurry micro-extrusion
This introduction paper is based on the paper “SURFACE MODIFICATIONS OF MARAGING STEELS USED IN THE MANUFACTURE OF MOULDS AND DIES” published by “Materiali in tehnologije / Materials and technology”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: Low-carbon, high-alloy, precipitation hardening MARAGING steels have been developed in the early sixties of the last century as a high strength
This introduction paper is based on the paper “The Design of an Experiment to Choose an Aluminum Die Casting Alloy for Energy Absorbing Automotive Components” published by “SAE International (Reprinted from: Developments in Aluminum Use for Vehicle Design (SP-1164))”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: Targeting a steering wheel as a component requiring energy absorbing characteristics, a