This article introduces the paper “Aluminum alloys for electrical engineering: a review”. 1. Overview: 2. Research Background: High-performance conductors are essential for economically and environmentally sustainable electricity transfer in modern infrastructure, manufacturing, and transportation, including electric vehicles. While copper has been the traditional conductor of choice, aluminum offers significant advantages in terms of cost and
This article introduces the paper “Vacuum Rheocasting Heat Sinks with Significantly Improved Performance”. 1. Overview: 2. Research Background: The demand for heat sinks across various industries (e-mobility, telecommunications, electronics, etc.) is significantly increasing, along with stricter performance requirements. A primary requirement for heat sinks is high thermal conductivity. Pure aluminum exhibits excellent thermal conductivity (247
1. Overview: 2. Research Background: The demand for lightweight and cost-effective heat sinks is increasing. Die casting is a common and economical method for producing complex-shaped heat sinks. To reduce weight, a typical approach involves thinning the fins and base of the heat sink. Previous research explored alternative casting methods like semisolid casting, high-density casting,
This article introduces the paper “Vehicle giga-casting Al alloys technologies, applications, and beyond”. Author links open overlay panelJian Yang abc, Bo Liu ac, Dongwei Shu b, Qin Yang d, Tiegang Hu dShow moreAdd to MendeleyShareCite https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jallcom.2025.178552Get rights and content Abstract The Giga-casting process, proposed by Tesla, has become a transformative technology with great potential for improving the lightweighting of super-sized complex thin-walled vehicle parts. Recently, the application of lightweight
This article introduces the paper “Influence of Vacuum Support on the Fatigue Life of AlSi9Cu3(Fe) Aluminum Alloy Die Castings”. Summary – Core Research Objective: To compare the high-cycle fatigue behavior of AlSi9Cu3(Fe) aluminum alloy die castings produced using high-pressure die casting (HPDC) and vacuum-assisted die casting (VPDC) processes, and to elucidate the influence of casting defects
This article introduces the paper “Recent developments in high-pressure die-cast magnesium alloys for automotive and future applications”. Gerry GangWangJ.P.WeilerMeridian Lightweight Technologies, Strathroy, Ontario N7G 4H6, Canada Abstract The use of magnesium alloy high pressure die cast (HPDC) components for structural applications, especially in the automotive and transportation industries, where weight reduction is of a great concern, is
This article introduces the paper “Influence of introducing Zr, Ti, Nb and Ce elements on externally solidified crystals and mechanical properties of high-pressure die-casting Al–Si alloy”. Keywords : aluminium alloy high Abstract High pressure die casting (HPDC) AlSi10MnMg alloy castings are widely used in the automobile industry. Mg can optimize the mechanical properties of castings
This article introduces the paper “Magnesium casting technology for structural applications”. Overview: – Core Objective of the Research: To provide a comprehensive overview of magnesium alloy melting and casting processes, examine the historical development, current status, and potential applications of structural magnesium castings, primarily focusing on the automotive industry, and discuss associated technological challenges. The increasing
This article introduces the paper “Advanced Metals for Aerospace and Automotive Use”. Abstract Core Objective of the Research: To develop materials with enhanced characteristics compared to existing state-of-the-art materials for improved performance in aerospace systems and automobiles. For automobiles, this improvement is particularly crucial for powertrain applications rather than body structures. Main Methodologies: The research focuses on
This article introduces the paper “NUMERICAL SIMULATIONS OF FILLING FLOWS IN DIE-CASTING MOLDING OF THE THIN-WALLED LED HEAT SINK”. Abstracts Researcher Information Research Background and Objectives Main Objectives and Research Content of the Paper Results and Achievements: Copyright and ReferencesThis material is based on the paper “NUMERICAL SIMULATIONS OF FILLING FLOWS IN DIE-CASTING MOLDING OF
![Figure 5 Aluminum wiring in automotive vehicles: a time line of application of aluminum in automotive wiring, reproduced from [53]; b high-strength aluminum alloy wire installed in the engine harness, reproduced from [57]; c die-cast aluminum coil for motor winding with seven turns and a conductor height of approx. 1.5 mm along with d coil arrangement, reproduced from [264]; e hairpin motor using aluminum V-cat windings, reproduced from [59]; f insulated and bare AA1350 aluminum of 7 AWG square tested for hairpin winding of electric motors and copper wire for comparison along with stress vs strain elongation curves, reproduced from [11].](https://castman.co.kr/wp-content/uploads/Figure-5-Aluminum-wiring-in-automotive-vehicles-570x342.webp)
![Figure 1. Fin designs on heat sinks: left with all parallel fins, right with angled fins increasing turbulence in the air (cooling medium) and increasing air exchange between the fins to maximize cooling [2].](https://castman.co.kr/wp-content/uploads/image-114-570x287.webp)
![Fig. 14. Pratt & Whitney F119 auxiliary casing in ELEKTRON WE43 alloy [37].](https://castman.co.kr/wp-content/uploads/image-103-png.webp)
