Tag Archives: aluminum alloys

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 9. Results of blister test, none of the casting had an air trap.

Mechanical Properties of a Structural Component Processed in High-Pressure Die Casting (HPDC) with a Non-Heat-Treated Aluminum Alloy

Ditch the Furnace: Achieving High-Performance HPDC Components with Non-Heat-Treated Aluminum Alloy This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Mechanical Properties of a Structural Component Processed in High-Pressure Die Casting (HPDC) with a Non-Heat-Treated Aluminum Alloy” by David Servando Cantú-Fernández, José Jaime Taha-Tijerina, Alejandro González, Pablo Guajardo Hernández, and Brian Quinn, published in Metals

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Figure 2: Scanning electron micrographs of oxidation samples after immersion for: a) 0.5 h, b) 1 h, c) 2 h; scanning electron micrographs of nitriding samples after immersion for d) 0.5 h, e) 1 h, f) 2 h

EROSION OF MOLD-STEEL SURFACE OXIDATION AND NITRIDING LAYERS DUE TO A DIE-CASTING ALUMINUM ALLOY

Paper Title Boosting Mold Life: Why Oxidation Outperforms Nitriding for H11 Die Steel Surface Treatment This technical summary is based on the academic paper “EROSION OF MOLD-STEEL SURFACE OXIDATION AND NITRIDING LAYERS DUE TO A DIE-CASTING ALUMINUM ALLOY” by Han-xue Cao, Yun-hao Liu, Chao Shen, Hao-xing Tang, Yan-yan Huang, and Jia-le Lei, published in Materiali

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Fig. 1. Mechanical properties of AlMg10 alloy in molten state according to the casting method

Influence of the conditions of casting and heat treatment on the structure and mechanical properties of the AlMg10 alloy

Unlocking Peak Performance in AlMg10 Alloy: How Casting and Heat Treatment Maximize Mechanical Properties This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Influence of the conditions of casting and heat treatment on the structure and mechanical properties of the AlMg10 alloy” by P. Kordas, published in Journal of Achievements in Materials and Manufacturing Engineering

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"Cold shut" defect on die cast part

Defects, Root Causes in Casting Process and Their Remedies: Review

Mastering Metal Flow: A Technical Guide to Casting Defects and Remedies This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Defects, Root Causes in Casting Process and Their Remedies: Review” by Vaibhav Ingle and Madhukar Sorte, published in the International Journal of Engineering Research and Application (2017). Keywords Executive Summary The Challenge: Why This Research

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Fig. 1 Structure and weight comparison of traditional steel shock tower and cast aluminum shock tower

Comparative Analysis of Three Casting Processes for Aluminum Alloy Shock Toweras

Choosing the Right Casting Process for Aluminum Shock Towers: A Data-Driven Comparison for Mass Production This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Comparative Analysis of Three Casting Processes for Aluminum Alloy Shock Towers” by Zhang You-guo, Wang Xue-feng, and Huang Zhi-gang, published in Foundry (2019). Keywords Executive Summary The Challenge: Why This Research

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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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Figure 1. Rigidity point temperature (RPT) determination with the second minimum of the d2T/dt2 curve.

Determination of Solidification of Rigidity Point Temperature Using a New Method

A New Method to Pinpoint Rigidity Point Temperature: The Key to Eliminating Hot Tearing in Aluminum HPDC This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Determination of Solidification of Rigidity Point Temperature Using a New Method” by Ester Villanueva, Iban Vicario, Jon Mikel Sánchez, and Ignacio Crespo, published in Applied Sciences (2020). Keywords Executive

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Fig. 1. Modified Circuit Diagram-Addition of N.B.

REDESIGN OF HYDRAULIC CIRCUIT TO IMPROVE QUALITY IN HIGH PRESSURE ALUMINUM DIE CASTING MACHINE

From 13% Rejection to Near-Zero Defects: A 3-Step Guide to HPDC Hydraulic Circuit Optimization This technical summary is based on the academic paper “REDESIGN OF HYDRAULIC CIRCUIT TO IMPROVE QUALITY IN HIGH PRESSURE ALUMINUM DIE CASTING MACHINE” by K. NAGASUBRAMANIAM and P. CHANDRAMOHAN, published in the Journal of Engineering Science and Technology (2014). It has

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Fig. 1 Body-in-white, main specifications, and material constitution of base vehicle

Unlocking 33% Weight Reduction: A Deep Dive into Multi-Material Car Bodies & Advanced Joining

Multi-material Automotive Bodies and Dissimilar Joining Technology to Realize Multi-material This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Multi-material Automotive Bodies and Dissimilar Joining Technology to Realize Multi-material” by Dr. Junya NAITO and Dr. Reiichi SUZUKI, published in KOBELCO TECHNOLOGY REVIEW (2020). Keywords Executive Summary The Challenge: Why This Research Matters for HPDC Professionals

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