Tag Archives: Alloying elements

Figure 1. Calculated isothermal section at 298 K for MgAl-Ca alloy system [3].

Fundamental Research Needs for the Magnesium Powertrain Cast Components (MPCC) Project

This introductory paper is the research content of the paper “Fundamental Research Needs for the Magnesium Powertrain Cast Components (MPCC) Project” published by TMS (The Minerals, Metals & Materials Society). 1. Overview: 2. Abstracts / Introduction AbstractThe Magnesium Powertrain Cast Components Project is a jointly sponsored effort by the US Department of Energy and the

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Fig. 1. Die-cast sample shape

Features and Vehicle Application of Heat Resistant Die Cast Magnesium Alloy

This introductory paper is the research content of the paper “Features and Vehicle Application of Heat Resistant Die Cast Magnesium Alloy” published by SEI TECHNICAL REVIEW. 1. Overview: 2. Abstracts / Introduction Magnesium (Mg) alloys are desirable for lightweighting applications, particularly in automotive powertrains. However, commonly used alloys like AZ91 and AM60 suffer from poor

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Figure 13. Pouring process to assembled mould

Development of water-based core technology for light alloys

This introductory paper is the research content of the paper [“Development of water-based core technology for light alloys”] published by [University of Teesside]. 1. Overview: 2. Abstracts / Introduction ABSTRACTThis thesis describes, in a manufacturing context, the development of new water based core technology for light alloys.Cores used for steel casting are made from fused

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Figure 13. Line scan of solute elements in the Al-Fe-Mn-Si system at a specific time step along the FCC-A1 and liquid phases (shown by the white line). (a–c) Show the mole fractions of Fe, Mn, and Si, respectively. (d,e) highlights the phases presence, where Fe and Mn depleted, while Si is segregated.

Phase Field Simulation of Al–Fe–Mn–Si Quaternary Eutectic Solidification

This introductory paper is the research content of the paper [“Phase Field Simulation of Al–Fe–Mn–Si Quaternary Eutectic Solidification”] published by [MDPI]. 1. Overview: 2. Abstracts / Introduction This study investigates the eutectic equilibrium phases in a multicomponent system through 3-D multi-phase-field simulations. Emphasizing the directional solidification process, the work examines the growth dynamics of intermetallic

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Fig. 1. Electromotive force series [1-3].

Corrosion of Magnesium Alloys: A Review

This article introduces the paper [“Corrosion of Magnesium Alloys: A Review”] published by [“International Journal of Multidisciplinary and Current Research”]. 1. Overview: 2. Abstracts or Introduction Magnesium alloys are gaining popularity in aircraft and transportation technologies due to their high strength-to-weight ratio. However, their application is limited by corrosive properties, unlike aluminum alloys. This paper

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Fig. 1- Cross section of laser welded ZC 71, thickness 3 mm, 1.5 kW, 3 m/min (17X). Fig. 2- Cross section of laser welded WE 54 T6, thickness 5 mm (11X); A - without welding wire, 2 kW, 2 m/min; B - with 2.3-mm welding wire, 2 kW, 1.25 m/min.

CO2 Laser Beam Welding of Magnesium-Based Alloys

This article introduces the paper [“CO2 Laser Beam Welding of Magnesium-Based Alloys”] published by [Welding Research Supplement]. 1. Overview: 2. Abstracts or Introduction This paper investigates the laser weldability of various cast and wrought magnesium alloys using a 2.5-kW CO₂ laser. Butt joints of 2.5-8 mm thick plates were produced with and without filler metal.

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Figure. The principle of a low pressure die casting machine.

Analysis of alloying elements and Mechanical properties of T6 treated Aluminium Silicon Alloys

This article introduces the paper [‘Analysis of alloying elements and Mechanical properties of T6 treated Aluminium Silicon Alloys’] published by [‘International Journal of Engineering Research & Technology (IJERT)’]. 1. Overview: 2. Abstracts or Introduction Abstract In last decade there has been a rapid increase in the utilization of aluminium-silicon alloys, particularly in automobile industries due

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Fig. 1.Some automotive components made of Mg alloy and obtained weight reduction[14]

A Review on Corrosion behaviour of Mn added Magnesium and its alloys

This article introduces the paper [‘A Review on Corrosion behaviour of Mn added Magnesium and its alloys’] published by [‘International Advanced Research Journal in Science, Engineering and Technology’]. 1. Overview: 2. Abstracts or Introduction This research review elucidates the corrosion behavior of Manganese (Mn) added Magnesium (Mg) and its alloys. Magnesium, the lightest of all

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Figure 3: Effect of Zn content on the yield strength of crossover alloys. Plots in (a) after stabilization (250°C/1 h) [109]; (b) after solutionizing and natural aging for 60 days, where onset of serrated flow is shifted to higher strain levels [114]; (c) engineering stress-strain curves after solution annealing (430°C/10 min) and quenching; (d) engineering stress-strain curves after aging for 24 h at 120°C [117]. (Reprinted from [109,114,117] with permission from Elsevier and Trans Tech Publications, Ltd.)

On the potential of aluminum crossover alloys

This article introduces the paper [‘On the potential of aluminum crossover alloys’] published by [‘Elsevier’]. 1. Overview: 2. Abstracts or Introduction The abstract of the paper states: “For almost a century commercial aluminum alloys were developed and optimized for high performance in a specific and narrow range of application, which commonly coincides with their industrial

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Fig. 1 Relationships among commonly used alloys in the 2xxx series (Al-Cu)

Aluminum and Aluminum Alloys

This article introduces the paper ‘Aluminum and Aluminum Alloys’ published by ‘ASM International’. 1. Overview: 2. Abstracts or Introduction The article “Aluminum and Aluminum Alloys” provides an introduction and overview of aluminum and its alloys, highlighting their general characteristics and versatile applications. Aluminum and its alloys are presented as highly versatile, economical, and attractive metallic

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