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Applications for structural high integrity aluminum die castings

High Integrity Diecasting for Structural Applications

From Defect-Prone to High-Ductility: A Holistic Approach to High Integrity Diecasting for Structural Parts This technical summary is based on the presentation “High Integrity Diecasting for Structural Applications” by Martin Hartlieb of VIAMI INTERNATIONAL INC., delivered at the iMdc meeting, WPI, Worcester, MA on December 12, 2013. Keywords Executive Summary The Challenge: Why This Research

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Fig. 3. Scanning images of the sand mixture samples containing 2.5 parts by weight of binder and hardener in an amount of 10% relative to the amount of binder: a, b - 500x, c - 800x

Use of Casting Simulation and Rapid Prototyping in an Undergraduate Course in Manufacturing Processes

Boosting Casting Quality: How Sand Casting Simulation Unlocks Key Insights for HPDC This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Use of Casting Simulation and Rapid Prototyping in an Undergraduate Course in Manufacturing Processes” by Dr. Mathew Schaefer, published in American Society for Engineering Education (2016). Keywords Executive Summary The Challenge: Why This Research

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Fig. 2 Product wall thickness analysis

Die Casting Die Design and Process Analysis of Aluminum Alloy Gearbox Housing

Optimizing the Aluminum Alloy Die Casting Process for Complex Automotive Gearbox Housings This technical summary is based on the academic paper “铝合金变速箱外壳压铸模设计及工艺分析 (Die Casting Die Design and Process Analysis of Aluminum Alloy Gearbox Housing)” by 周 倩 (ZHOU Qian), 任 浩 (REN Hao), 王 俊有 (WANG Jun-you), 黄 明宇 (HUANG Ming-yu), published in 压力铸造 (FOUNDRY)

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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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Figure 1. 2D Diagram of aluminum wheel

Fatigue Analysis of Aluminum Alloy Wheel Under Radial Load

From CAD to Cycles: A Guide to FEA-Based Fatigue Analysis for Aluminum Alloy Wheels This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Fatigue Analysis of Aluminum Alloy Wheel Under Radial Load” by N. Satyanarayana & Ch.Sambaiah, published in International Journal of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering (IJMIE) (2012). Keywords Executive Summary The Challenge: Why This

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Fig. 1. World foundry production volume with respect to the ferrous and the non-ferrous castings over the years 2000-2019; based on Refs. [22-41]

The Leading Role of Aluminium in the Growing Production of Castings Made of the Non-Ferrous Alloys

The Rise of Aluminum: Why Aluminum Castings are Dominating the Non-Ferrous Market This technical summary is based on the academic paper “The Leading Role of Aluminium in the Growing Production of Castings Made of the Non-Ferrous Alloys” by M.S. Soiński and A. Jakubus, published in ARCHIVES of FOUNDRY ENGINEERING (2021). Keywords Executive Summary The Challenge:

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Figure 1: Schematic of a Tafel plot identifying anodic and cathodic branches, and values for corrosion potential (OCP) and corrosion current density.

Surface Corrosion Response of Al Alloys A383 and Aural 2 with Ce Additions in Aqueous NaCl and Salt-fog Environments

Boost Aluminum Die Casting Performance: How Cerium Additions Conquer Corrosion from Copper Impurities This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Surface Corrosion Response of Al Alloys A383 and Aural 2 with Ce Additions in Aqueous NaCl and Salt-fog Environments” by Michael James Thompson, published as a Master’s Thesis at the University of Tennessee,

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Fig. 6. Casting system with conductive elements of height equal to half height of cast: a) distribution of electromagnetic force field, b) structure of matrix flow, c) trajectories of representative particles, d) linear reinforcement distribution on inner wall

Model of Casting Process of Composites Reinforced Locally at Inner Wall of Bush in Electromagnetic Field

Precision Reinforcement: A Breakthrough in Electromagnetic Casting for High-Wear Components This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Model of Casting Process of Composites Reinforced Locally at Inner Wall of Bush in Electromagnetic Field” by Sławomir Golak, published in Composites Theory and Practice (2013). Keywords Executive Summary The Challenge: Why This Research Matters for

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Figure 2 Casting process with the AAM-UHPC dies

Ultra-high performance alkali-activated slag as a re-usable mold for light metal casting

Reusable Molds for Die Casting: A Breakthrough with Alkali-Activated Concrete This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Ultra-high performance alkali-activated slag as a re-usable mold for light metal casting” by Janna Link, Alexander Wetzel, Sebastian Müller, and Bernhard Middendorf, published in ce/papers (2023). Keywords Executive Summary The Challenge: Why This Research Matters for

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Fig. 1 Integrated die casting parts of the Tesla

Brief Analysis of Aluminum Alloy Integrated Die Casting Technolog

The Giga-Casting Revolution: How Integrated Die Casting is Reshaping EV Manufacturing This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Brief Analysis of Aluminum Alloy Integrated Die Casting Technology” by Li Xianzhou, published in Foundry Technology (2023). Keywords Executive Summary The Challenge: Why This Research Matters for HPDC Professionals As global and national emissions standards

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