Tag Archives: aluminum alloys

A Review of Various Mould Attributes in the Sand Casting Process

A Review of Various Mould Attributes in the Sand Casting Process

Boosting Throughput: A Review of Casting Mould Attributes and a Novel Path to Higher Productivity This technical summary is based on the academic paper “A Review of Various Mould Attributes in the Sand Casting Process” by Bedarapalli Sainath Bharadwaj, Jayam Sreehari, and Nagasamudram Phani Raja Rao, published in Advanced Engineering Science (2021). Keywords Executive Summary

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Thermophysical properties of Al-based metal matrix composites suitable for automotive brake discs

Beyond Cast Iron: Engineering High-Performance Al-MMC Brake Discs for 470°C+ Operation

This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Thermophysical properties of Al-based metal matrix composites suitable for automotive brake discs” published by Lucia Lattanzi and Samuel Ayowole Awe in the Journal of Alloys and Metallurgical Systems (2024). It was analyzed and summarized for HPDC experts by CASTMAN experts with the help of LLM AI

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Fig. 2: RFID cast part with integrated RFID transponder (left) and design of a glass transponder [7] (right)

In-Process Embedding of Piezo Sensors and RFID Transponders into Cast Parts for Autonomous Manufacturing Logistics

Smart Castings in a Single Step: A Breakthrough in In-Process Embedding for HPDC This technical summary is based on the academic paper “In-Process Embedding of Piezo Sensors and RFID Transponders into Cast Parts for Autonomous Manufacturing Logistics” by Dipl.-Wi.-Ing. Christoph Pille, published in Smart Systems Integration (2010). It has been analyzed and summarized for technical

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Research on Aluminum Alloy Materials and Application Technology for Automotive Lightweighting

Research on Aluminum Alloy Materials and Application Technology for Automotive Lightweighting

Unlocking Automotive Lightweighting: A Deep Dive into Aluminum Alloy Applications and Technology This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Research on Aluminum Alloy Materials and Application Technology for Automotive Lightweighting” by Jianru Chen, published in Academic Journal of Materials & Chemistry (2023). Keywords Executive Summary The Challenge: Why This Research Matters for HPDC

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Fig. 1. Total casting surface, mag. 3x

Influence of Al5FeSi Phases on the Cracking of Castings at Al-Si Alloys

Cracking the Code: How Iron Contamination Creates Catastrophic Failure in Al-Si Alloy Castings This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Influence of Al5FeSi Phases on the Cracking of Castings at Al-Si Alloys” by I. Hren, J. Svobodova, and Š. Michna, published in ARCHIVES of FOUNDRY ENGINEERING (2018). It has been analyzed and summarized

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Fig.1 – (a) The rotating furnace-sonication system; (b) Impeller with nitrogen degassing, (c) Shock tower

An investigation on effect of rotary degassing-ultrasonic method on high pressure die casting products

Ultrasonic Melt Treatment: A Breakthrough in Porosity and Inclusion Reduction for HPDC This technical summary is based on the academic paper “An investigation on effect of rotary degassing-ultrasonic method on high pressure die casting products” by R. Haghayeghi, published in La Metallurgia Italiana (March 2022). It has been analyzed and summarized for technical experts by

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Figure 1: Evolution of material damage by different stress states (Engelen, 2005).

A Stochastic Approach for Damage Modelling of Cast Alloys

Beyond Averages: The Future of Predictive Simulation for Cast Aluminum Alloys This technical summary is based on the academic paper “A Stochastic Approach for Damage Modelling of Cast Alloys” by Christian Mühlstätter, published in Proceedings of 8th International Conference on Simulation and Modeling Methodologies, Technologies and Applications (SIMULTECH 2018) (2018). Keywords Executive Summary The Challenge:

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Fig. 1. Comparison of copper weld seam surfaces for same energy per unit length with (a) typical failures during static beam guidance; (b) unsuitable oscillation parameters; (c) adapted oscillation parameters

Enhanced process understanding for laser welding of copper and aluminum alloys with dynamic beam oscillation

Unlocking Flawless Welds: How Dynamic Beam Oscillation Transforms Laser Welding for Die Casting This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Enhanced process understanding for laser welding of copper and aluminum alloys with dynamic beam oscillation” by Stephan Börner et al., published in Lasers in Manufacturing Conference 2023. It has been analyzed and summarized

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Figure 2 - Counter-pressure casting system [8].

Development of Heat Treatments for Components Produced by Low Pressure Die Casting in Aluminum Alloys

Unlocking Peak Performance in Cast Aluminum: A New Look at Heat Treatment for AlSi7Mg0.3 Alloys This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Development of Heat Treatments for Components Produced by Low Pressure Die Casting in Aluminum Alloys” by Ricardo Mil-Homens Jorge, submitted for the Master in Mechanical Engineering at the University of Porto

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Fig. 1 Hybrid gussets Al-Steel for a full electric urban utility vehicle (red parts: steel inserts, white parts: Al-casting nodes).

Evaluation of Coating Systems for Steel Aluminum Hybrid Casting

Beyond Brittle Bonds: How a PVD Al-Si Coating Revolutionizes Steel-Aluminum Hybrid Casting This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Evaluation of Coating Systems for Steel Aluminum Hybrid Casting” by Xiangfan Fang, published in Journal of Materials Science and Engineering A (2017). It has been analyzed and summarized for technical experts by CASTMAN. Keywords

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