Tag Archives: aluminum alloys

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Use of Aluminum Alloys in Automotive Industry

Driving the Future: How Automotive Aluminum Alloys are Revolutionizing Vehicle Weight, Fuel Economy, and Performance This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Use of Aluminum Alloys in Automotive Industry” by Dr. Fatmagul Tolun, published in the International Mediterranean Natural Sciences, Health Sciences and Engineering Congress (MENSEC) proceedings (2019). It has been analyzed and

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Figure 2: a) Shot profile with four different plunger speeds and b) volume fraction picture of the alloy and the empty space in the shot sleeve

SIMULATIONS OF THE SHRINKAGE POROSITY OF Al-Si-Cu AUTOMOTIVE COMPONENTS

From Simulation to Perfection: Slashing Cycle Time and Defects in Automotive HPDC This technical summary is based on the academic paper “SIMULATIONS OF THE SHRINKAGE POROSITY OF Al-Si-Cu AUTOMOTIVE COMPONENTS” by Lejla Lavtar¹, Mitja Petrič², Jožef Medved², Boštjan Taljat¹, Primož Mrvar², published in Materiali in tehnologije / Materials and technology (2012). It has been analyzed

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Figure 4: Shaped part of the mould after capillary testing

Use of Duplex PVD Coatings to Increase the Life of Moulds and Cores for die Casting of Aluminium Alloys in the Automotive Industry

Boosting Tool Life: How Duplex PVD Coatings Revolutionize Aluminum Die Casting This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Use of Duplex PVD Coatings to Increase the Life of Moulds and Cores for die Casting of Aluminium Alloys in the Automotive Industry” by Janette Brezinová et al., published in Acta Mechanica Slovaca (2022). It

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Fig.4 - Microstructure and α1- AlSiMnFe and α2- AlSiMnFe intermetallics in the F (a) and T6 (b) samples.

Unlocking High-Performance HPDC with 90% Recycled Aluminum: A Technical Breakdown of T6 Heat Treatment Effects

This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Comparison of As Cast and T6 heat treatment on high end-of-life-scrap secondary aluminium alloy for High-Pressure Die Casting automotive structural components” by A. Bongiovanni, A. Castellero, M. Da Silva, published in La Metallurgia Italiana (Aprile 2024). It has been analyzed and summarized for technical experts by

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Fig. 4. Microstructure of secondary AlSi9Cu3 cast alloy (1 - Į-phase, 2 - eutectic, 3 - Fe-rich phase, 4 - Cu-rich phase) etch. Dix-Keller

Under the Microscope: Optimizing Recycled Aluminum for the Automotive Industry

In the relentless drive for fuel efficiency and sustainability, the automotive industry has increasingly turned to lightweight materials. Aluminum alloys are at the forefront of this revolution, offering an excellent strength-to-weight ratio. But what makes this even more compelling is the ability to use recycled aluminum, which requires only a fraction of the energy needed

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Fig. 1. Aluminium Die Cast Parts.

Choosing the Right Casting Method for Automotive Parts: A Review of Green Sand, Die Casting, and More

This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Automobile Parts Casting-Methods and Materials Used: A Review” by Madhav Goenka, Chico Nihal, Rahul Ramanathan, Pratyaksh Gupta, Aman Parashar, and Joel Jb, published in Materials Today: Proceedings (2020). It has been analyzed and summarized for technical experts by CASTMAN with the assistance of AI. Keywords Executive

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Fig. 4 - Porosity identify by a) X-ray on components from the first experimental activity, b) FEM simulations, c) X-ray on components from the final experimental activity (optimization of process parameters)

Redefining Automotive Safety: A 47% Lighter HPDC Aluminum Suspension Cross Beam

This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Numerical and experimental analysis of a high pressure die casting Aluminum suspension cross beam for light commercial vehicles” by S. Cecchel, D. Ferrario, published in La Metallurgia Italiana (2016). It has been analyzed and summarized for technical experts by CASTMAN with the assistance of AI. Keywords

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Fig. 1. Tensile properties of the four alloys made from cylindrical tensile test bars examined in as-cast, T4 and T6 tempers. (a), ADC3, (b), ADC10#1, (c) ADC10#2, (d) ADC12.

Unlocking Hidden Strength: How Novel Heat Treatments Transform HPDC Aluminum Alloys

This technical summary is based on the academic paper “The Effect of Heat Treatment on Tensile, Fatigue and Fracture Resistance of ADC3, ADC10, and ADC12 Alloys” published by Roger N. Lumley, David Viano, John R. Griffiths, and Cameron J. Davidson in the Proceedings of the 12th International Conference on Aluminium Alloys (2010). It was analyzed

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Fig. 1. Geometry of the diecasting where the investigated impact bar is indicated by the arrow.

The Tipping Point: Finding the Chromium Sweet Spot for AlSi9Cu3(Fe) Alloy Toughness

This technical summary is based on the academic paper “The Influence of Cr content on the Fe-rich phase Formation and Impact toughness of a Die-cast AlSi9Cu3(Fe) alloy” published by G. Timelli, S. Ferraro, A. Fabrizi, S. Capuzzi, F. Bonollo, L. Capra, and G.F. Capra in the proceedings of the World Foundry Congress (2014). It was

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Figure 1 – BMW X5 Shock tower cast by Albany Chicago in Aural-2 alloy.

Unlocking Performance: A Deep Dive into Modern Structural Die Casting Alloys

This technical review is based on the academic paper “Aluminum Alloys for Structural Die Casting” by Martin Hartlieb, published in Die Casting Engineer (May 2013). CASTMAN’s technical experts analyzed and summarized this with the help of AI. 1. Overview 2. Abstract The demand for large, complex, and high-performance structural die castings for applications in the

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