This introduction paper is based on the paper “DESIGN OF A NEW CASTING ALLOYS CONTAINING LI OR TI+ZR AND OPTIMIZATION OF ITS HEAT TREATMENT” published by “METAL 2014”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: In this paper was proposed to design new casting alloys on the base of the Al-Mg-Si system using Li addition to achieve precipitation
This introduction paper is based on the paper “Experimental and Numerical Study of an Automotive Component Produced with Innovative Ceramic Core in High Pressure Die Casting (HPDC)” published by “Metals (MDPI)”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: Weight reduction and material substitution are increasing trends in the automotive industry. High pressure die casting (HPDC) is the conventional
This introduction paper is based on the paper “Minimizing the casting defects in high-pressure die casting using Taguchi analysis” published by “Scientia Iranica, Transactions B: Mechanical Engineering”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: Abstract. High-Pressure Die Casting (HPDC) is one of the major production processes of the automotive industry, widely used to manufacture geometrically complex nonferrous castings.
![Figure 6. Sample images of parts produced by compound (a–c) and hybrid casting (d); (a,b) AlSi7Mg0.3 LPDC subsize front axle carrier frame demonstrator with integrated EN AW-6060 extrusion, general (a) and detail view (b); (c) AlSi9Cu3 HPDC e-motor housing demonstrator with integrated aluminum tubes as cooling channels, cast by ae group AG, Gerstungen, Germany; (d) aerospace secondary structure hybrid bracket combining a CFRP and an aluminum HPDC component [131] (all images by Fraunhofer IFAM).](https://castman.co.kr/wp-content/uploads/image-603-570x342.webp)
This article introduces the paper [‘Advances in Metal Casting Technology: A Review of State of the Art, Challenges and Trends—Part II: Technologies New and Revived’] presented at the [‘Metals’] 1. Overview: 2. Research Background: Background of the Research Topic: The present text is the second part of an editorial written for a Special Issue entitled
This introduction paper is based on the paper “Anodization of cast aluminium alloys produced by different casting methods” published by “ARCHIVES of FOUNDRY ENGINEERING”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: In this paper the usability of two casting methods, of sand and high pressure cast for the anodization of AlSi12 and AlSi9Cu3 aluminium cast alloys was investigated.
This introduction paper is based on the paper “The Effect of Microstructural Features, Defects and Surface Quality on the Fatigue Performance in Al-Si-Mg Cast Alloys” published by “Jönköping University, School of Engineering, Dissertation Series No. 084”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: Global warming is driving industry to manufacture lighter components to reduce carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions.
This introduction paper is based on the paper “Material characterization of aluminum alloys for automotive and aerospace applications” published by “Luleå University of Technology”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: Aluminum alloys are one of the widely used materials in the structural components of automobiles and especially aircraft. The valid prediction of the performance and life span
![Fig. 1. (a) Diagram of HPDC configuration showing different parts, (b) Top view of an actual cast part, and (c) Side view of an actual cast part showing the steps with wall thickness of 1-, 2-, 4-, 6-, 10- and 15-mm. (Adapted with permission from Dalai et al. [19]).](https://castman.co.kr/wp-content/uploads/image-2067-570x342.webp)
This introduction paper is based on the paper “[Evaluation of detrimental effect on the ductility caused by the inhomogeneous skin and casting defects in a high pressure die cast recycled secondary alloy]” published by “[Materials Characterization]”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: The usage of recycled alloys in the high pressure die casting (HPDC) applications for automobiles
This introduction paper is based on the paper “Wear properties of a new Al80Mg10Si5Cu5 multicomponent alloy” published by “Elsevier B.V.”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: The present study investigates the tribological properties of a newly developed multicomponent aluminium weight-light multicomponent alloy for wear based on the Al80Mg10Si5Cu5 system for lightweight automotive applications, especially back drum discs.
![Fig. 4: 3D morphology of porosity in HPDC AM60 alloys: (a) overall view of porosities in specimen; (b) a zoom-in area showing four types of porosities, such as gas-shrinkage pore (c), gas-pore (d), net-shrinkage (e), and island-shrinkage (f) [25]](https://castman.co.kr/wp-content/uploads/Fig._4_3D_morphology_of_porosity_in_HPDC_AM60_alloys_a_overall_view_of_porosities_in_specimen_b-570x342.webp)
This introduction paper is based on the paper “Characteristics and distribution of microstructures in high pressure die cast alloys with X-ray microtomography: A review” published by “China Foundry”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: Al and Mg alloy high pressure die castings (HPDC) are increasingly used in automotive industries. The microstructures in the castings have decisive effect
