Tag Archives: aluminum alloys

Fig. 3: Application of Mg alloys center console frame in automobile: (a) Porsche [6]; (b) Volvo; (c) Hongqi

Thin-walled and large-sized magnesium alloy die castings for passenger car cockpit: Application, materials, and manufacture

This article introduces the paper “Thin-walled and large-sized magnesium alloy die castings for passenger car cockpit: Application, materials, and manufacture”. 1. Overview: 2. Research Background: 3. Research Objectives and Research Questions: 4. Research Methodology 5. Key Research Findings: 6. Conclusion and Discussion: 7. Future Follow-up Research: 8. References: 9. Copyright: This material is based on

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Figure 2.6: Teslas’ and Volvos’ mega-castings of the rear floor

Improving Quality in Mega-Casted Products: Identification of contributors to geometrical variation

This article introduces the paper “Improving Quality in Mega-Casted Products: Identification of contributors to geometrical variation”. 1. Overview: 2. Research Background: The increasing global demand for environmentally friendly automotive manufacturing necessitates lightweighting techniques to address the weight increase associated with electric vehicle (EV) batteries. Volvo Cars is investing in large-scale casting (Mega-casting) using High-Pressure Die

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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].

Aluminum alloys for electrical engineering: a review

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

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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].

Vacuum Rheocasting Heat Sinks with Significantly Improved Performance

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

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Figure 31. Photograph of high-ceiling LED lamp heat sink cast using Al-25%Si.

Die Casting of Lightweight Thin Fin Heat Sink Using Al-25%Si

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,

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Die tool: (a) both tool half and the vacuum valve connection; (b) vacuum unit.

Influence of Vacuum Support on the Fatigue Life of AlSi9Cu3(Fe) Aluminum Alloy Die Castings

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

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Fig. 6. Pit-tail test result of HPDC MRI 260D tensile bar (as-cast).

Recent developments in high-pressure die-cast magnesium alloys for automotive and future applications

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

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Fig. 3 Point selecting positions for analysis of numerical values

NUMERICAL SIMULATIONS OF FILLING FLOWS IN DIE-CASTING MOLDING OF THE THIN-WALLED LED HEAT SINK

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

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Examples of HDDC products

High Density Die Casting (HDDC): New Frontiers in the Manufacturing of Heat Sinks

This article introduces the paper “High Density Die Casting (HDDC): New Frontiers in the Manufacturing of Heat Sinks”. – Core Research Objective: To develop a High Density Die Casting (HDDC) process to overcome the limitations of conventional die casting and extrusion methods for manufacturing high-performance heat sinks for electronic systems requiring efficient thermal management. – Methodology: Development

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Fig. 2. Location of pressure sensors on the RF filter body casting.

The Influence of Pressure During Solidification of High Pressure Die Cast Aluminum Telecommunications Components

This article introduces the paper “The Influence of Pressure During Solidification of High Pressure Die Cast Aluminum Telecommunications Components”. Core Objective:  To investigate the effects of key process parameters (intensification pressure, delay time, and casting velocity) on the porosity of high-pressure die-cast aluminum telecommunication components. The primary goal was to establish optimal process parameters to

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