Tag Archives: aluminum alloys

Fig. 4: High pressure die casting test geometry shows critical sections which appear in real life engine blocks. The disc shaped casting indicates

New Wear Resistant Hypereutectic AlSi4Cu4FeCrMn Alloys for High Pressure Die Casting

This introduction paper is based on the paper “New Wear Resistant Hypereutectic AlSi4Cu4FeCrMn Alloys for High Pressure Die Casting” published by “International journal of metalcasting”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: This paper introduces an innovative concept for developing new wear-resistant hypereutectic aluminum-silicon alloys suitable for high-pressure die casting (HPDC). Conventional hypereutectic AlSi17Cu4Mg alloys, while offering good

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Fig. 1 Experimental work: (a) Automatic MIG welding; (b) FSW process; (c) Three welded plates

A COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS AMONG THE WELDED Al-6061 PLATES JOINED BY FSW, MIG AND TIG WELDING METHODS

MIG vs. TIG vs. FSW: A Data-Driven Guide to Selecting the Strongest Welding Method for Al-6061 This technical brief is based on the academic paper “A COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS AMONG THE WELDED Al-6061 PLATES JOINED BY FSW, MIG AND TIG WELDING METHODS” by Aaluri Praveen Reddy and Saurabh Dewangan, published in ACTA METALLURGICA SLOVACA (2023). It

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Fig. 1 Schematic diagram of a pilot plant for ultrasonic slurry casting: 1-slurry tank; 2-die; 3-casting transportation unit; 4- thermostat; 5-magnetostrictive transducer; 6-ultrasonic generators (USG-4); 7-control cabinet.

Simulation of Hot Casting Shrinkage of Thermoplastic Beryllium Oxide Slurries with Ultrasonic Activation

Mastering Shrinkage: A Simulation-Driven Approach to Defect-Free Precision Casting This technical brief is based on the academic paper “Simulation of Hot Casting Shrinkage of Thermoplastic Beryllium Oxide Slurries with Ultrasonic Activation” by Uzak Zhapbasbayev, Zamira Sattinova, and Gaukhar Ramazanova, published in Engineered Science (2024). It is summarized and analyzed for HPDC professionals by the experts

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Figure 1. Examples of alloy AZ6NF castings

New generation of high strength aluminum casting alloys

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

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FIG. 6.1 Portions of tensile stress -strain  curves in metals.1 (a) Elastic behavior. (b) Elastic and plastic behaviors.

Properties of Engineering Materials

A Design Engineer’s Guide to Material Properties: Mastering the Fundamentals for Optimal Performance This technical brief is based on the academic chapter “Chapter 6: Properties of Engineering Materials” by Theodore Gela, D.Eng.Sc., from the MECHANICAL DESIGN HANDBOOK. It is summarized and analyzed for HPDC professionals by the experts at CASTMAN. Keywords Executive Summary The Challenge:

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PRODUCTION OF SINGLE CYLINDER ENGINE COMPONENTS THROUGH HIGH PRESSURE DIE CASTING IN SEDI ENUGU.

PRODUCTION OF SINGLE CYLINDER ENGINE COMPONENTS THROUGH HIGH PRESSURE DIE CASTING IN SEDI ENUGU

From Theory to Production: A Practical Guide to High-Pressure Die Casting for Engine Components This technical brief is based on the academic paper “PRODUCTION OF SINGLE CYLINDER ENGINE COMPONENTS THROUGH HIGH PRESSURE DIE CASTING IN SEDI ENUGU” by Nwonye E.I., Ilochonwu C.E., and Nwajagu C.O., published in Light Metals 2013 by TMS (The Minerals, Metals

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Figure 4. Cold Chamber Process (Groover, 2007)

Process and Tool Design for the High Integrity Die Casting of Aluminum and Magnesium Alloys

A Blueprint for High-Integrity HPDC: Tackling Porosity in Structural Aluminum & Magnesium Castings This technical brief is based on the academic paper “Process and Tool Design for the High Integrity Die Casting of Aluminum and Magnesium Alloys” by Varun Nandakumar, presented as a Master’s Thesis at The Ohio State University (2014). It is summarized and

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Figure 5: Microstructure and stress-strain curves of commercial alloys 6016 and 6016 doped with 10 vol.% IMPs. The insert shows increased strain hardening due to IMPs. Kernel Avera

Overview on aluminium alloys as sinks for end-of-life vehicle scrap

This technical brief is based on the academic paper “Overview on aluminium alloys as sinks for end-of-life vehicle scrap” by Stefan Pogatscher and Sebastian Samberger, published in IOP Conference Series: Materials Science and Engineering (2024). It is summarized and analyzed for HPDC professionals by the experts at CASTMAN. Executive Summary The Challenge: Why This Research

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Figure 1: Diagram of changing the cooling module material.

A New Hybrid Approach to Cooling High-Power Electronics with HPDC

This technical brief is based on the academic paper “Optimizing the Structural Design of Computing Units in Autonomous Driving Systems and Electric Vehicles to Enhance Overall Performance Stability” by Zhong, Yao-Nian, published in International Journal of Advance in Applied Science Research (2024). It is summarized and analyzed for HPDC professionals by the experts at CASTMAN.

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Fig. 1. Examples of automotive components made of Mg alloys a) engine block, b) oil pump

Microstructures of Mg-Al-Zn and Al-Si-Cu cast alloys

This introduction paper is based on the paper “Microstructures of Mg-Al-Zn and Al-Si-Cu cast alloys” published by “Journal of Achievements in Materials and Manufacturing Engineering”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: Purpose: The aim of this paper was to investigate the structure of the MCMgAl6Zn1 magnesium and ACAlSi9Cu aluminium cast alloy in as-cast state.Design/methodology/approach: The following results

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