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Fig. 1. Casting “body”

Influence of Sand Fluidization on Structure and Properties of Aluminum Lost Foam Casting

Beyond the Die: How Advanced Cooling in Lost Foam Casting Unlocks Superior Aluminum Casting Properties This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Influence of Sand Fluidization on Structure and Properties of Aluminum Lost Foam Casting” by P. Kaliuzhnyi, published in ARCHIVES of FOUNDRY ENGINEERING (2020). It has been analyzed and summarized for technical

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Fig. 4. Segregation of casting obtained: a) without cooling;b) with water mist cooling system method; 1 – boundary layer; 2 – cast core

THE EFFECT OF WATER MIST COOLING OF CASTING DIE ON THE SOLIDIFICATION, MICROSTRUCTURE AND PROPERTIES OF AlSi20 ALLOY

Unlocking Superior Hardness in AlSi20 Castings: A Deep Dive into Water Mist Die Cooling This technical summary is based on the academic paper “THE EFFECT OF WATER MIST COOLING OF CASTING DIE ON THE SOLIDIFICATION, MICROSTRUCTURE AND PROPERTIES OF AlSi20 ALLOY” by R. Władysiak, A. Kozuń, and T. Pacyniak, published in Arch. Metall. Mater. (2017).

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Fig. 1 Schematic of low-pressure die cast with LS for A356 alloy wheels

Microstructure and Properties of A356 Alloy Wheels Fabricated by Low-Pressure Die Casting with Local Squeeze

This introduction paper is based on the paper “Microstructure and Properties of A356 Alloy Wheels Fabricated by Low-Pressure Die Casting with Local Squeeze” published by “ASM International”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: The low-pressure die-casting process (LPDC) is widely utilized for manufacturing aluminum alloy automotive wheels, with A356 being a common material choice due to its

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Figure 6: An ADI prototype bracket with a continuous 3mm wall.

Austempered Ductile Iron (ADI) – A Green Alternative

Rethinking Lightweighting: Why Austempered Ductile Iron (ADI) Offers a More Sustainable Alternative to Steel and Aluminum This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Austempered Ductile Iron (ADI) – A Green Alternative” by John R. Keough, PEng, FASM, published in April 2010. Keywords Executive Summary The Challenge: Why This Research Matters for HPDC Professionals

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Figure 1. Used molds and presses

Impact of Aspect Ratio on the Mechanical Properties of Squeeze-Cast Aluminum Alloys

Optimizing AA6061 Performance: How Component Geometry Dictates Squeeze Casting Process Success This technical summary is based on the academic paper “IMPACT ASPECT RATIO ON MECHANICAL PROPERTIES OF ALUMINUM ALLOY PRODUCED BY SQUEEZE CASTING PROCESS” by S.S. Mutar and N.S. Abtan, published in the International Journal on “Technical and Physical Problems of Engineering” (IJTPE) (2023). Keywords

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Figure 1. Defects in the workpieces revealed in the production process: a) underfilling, b) sticking, c) cracks, d) breakouts, e) discoloration, f) macroporosity.

DEFECT ANALYSIS OF EN AC-435000 ALLOY DIE CASTINGS USING THE PARETO-LORENTZ DIAGRAM

Slash Scrap Rates: A Pareto-Lorenz HPDC Defect Analysis for EN AC-435000 Alloy This technical summary is based on the academic paper “DEFECT ANALYSIS OF EN AC-435000 ALLOY DIE CASTINGS USING THE PARETO-LORENTZ DIAGRAM” by Mariusz HEJNE, Jarosław PIĄTKOWSKI, and Robert WIESZAŁA, published in SCIENTIFIC PAPERS OF SILESIAN UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY ORGANIZATION AND MANAGEMENT SERIES NO.

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Fig. 9. Freezing time [s] of materials CP-Al, 2124, 2218, and 6063 prepared at 0, 25, 75, 100, 125 and 150 MPa

EFFECT OF LIQUID FORGING PRESSURE ON SOLUBILITY AND FREEZING COEFFICIENTS OF CAST ALUMINUM 2124, 2218 AND 6063 ALLOYS

How Liquid Forging Pressure Unlocks Superior Hardness and Reduces Porosity in Aluminum Alloys This technical summary is based on the academic paper “EFFECT OF LIQUID FORGING PRESSURE ON SOLUBILITY AND FREEZING COEFFICIENTS OF CAST ALUMINUM 2124, 2218 AND 6063 ALLOYS” by Vineet Tirth and Amir Arabi, published in Archives of Metallurgy and Materials (2020). It

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Fig. 2 Macrostructure of AlSi10.5Cu1.2Mn0.8Ni1.2Pb0.5 alloy a) sand mold b) metal mold

The Effect of Casting Mold Material on Microstructure of Al-Si Alloys

Paper Title Metal vs. Sand Molds: How Cooling Rate Dictates Al-Si Alloy Microstructure and Performance This technical summary is based on the academic paper “The Effect of Casting Mold Material on Microstructure of Al-Si Alloys” by Tomas Vlach and Jaromir Cais, published in MANUFACTURING TECHNOLOGY (2022). It has been analyzed and summarized for technical experts

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Fig.1. Cause and effect diagram (Ishikawa diagram) for casting porosity

Optimization of process parameters of High Pressure Die Casting process for ADC12 Aluminium alloy using Taguchi method

This introduction paper is based on the paper “[Optimization of process parameters of High Pressure Die Casting process for ADC12 Aluminium alloy using Taguchi method]” published by “[International Journal of Pure and Applied Mathematics]”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: A study has been carried out to optimize the die casting process parameters in order to achieve

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Figure 6: Details for Experiment and the Assembled Mould for Volume Deficit Experiment

CALCULATION OF SHRINKAGE CHARACTERISTIC OF US 413 CAST ALUMINIUM ALLOY USING CASTING SIMULATION

Mastering Shrinkage in US 413 Aluminum Alloy: A Guide to Casting Simulation This technical summary is based on the academic paper “CALCULATION OF SHRINKAGE CHARACTERISTIC OF US 413 CAST ALUMINIUM ALLOY USING CASTING SIMULATION” by S Santhi, S B Sakri, D Hanumantha Rao and S Sundarrajan, published in International Journal of Mechanical Engineering and Robotics

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