Tag Archives: Aluminum Casting

Figure 2: Scanning electron micrographs of oxidation samples after immersion for: a) 0.5 h, b) 1 h, c) 2 h; scanning electron micrographs of nitriding samples after immersion for d) 0.5 h, e) 1 h, f) 2 h

EROSION OF MOLD-STEEL SURFACE OXIDATION AND NITRIDING LAYERS DUE TO A DIE-CASTING ALUMINUM ALLOY

Paper Title Boosting Mold Life: Why Oxidation Outperforms Nitriding for H11 Die Steel Surface Treatment This technical summary is based on the academic paper “EROSION OF MOLD-STEEL SURFACE OXIDATION AND NITRIDING LAYERS DUE TO A DIE-CASTING ALUMINUM ALLOY” by Han-xue Cao, Yun-hao Liu, Chao Shen, Hao-xing Tang, Yan-yan Huang, and Jia-le Lei, published in Materiali

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Fig. 4: Outline describing the preparation of casting

Effect of Pouring Temperature on Surface Roughness of LM4 Aluminium Alloy using Die Casting Process

Optimizing Surface Finish: The Critical Role of Pouring Temperature in LM4 Aluminum Die Casting This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Effect of Pouring Temperature on Surface Roughness of LM4 Aluminium Alloy using Die Casting Process” by Deepak Singh, Aman, and Tarang Vardhan Gupta, published in MIT International Journal of Mechanical Engineering (2015).

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Fig. 1 3D model of aluminum valve plate for automobile

Design and Practice of Die Casting Die for High Gastight Valve Plate

Solving Porosity in High-Gastight Die Casting: A Deep Dive into Advanced Mold Design for Automotive Valve Plates This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Design and Practice of Die Casting Die for High Gastight Valve Plate” by KUANG Xin-wen, ZHANG Zheng-lai, and JIA Zhi-xin, published in FOUNDRY (2019). Keywords Executive Summary The Challenge:

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Figure 1. Rigidity point temperature (RPT) determination with the second minimum of the d2T/dt2 curve.

Determination of Solidification of Rigidity Point Temperature Using a New Method

A New Method to Pinpoint Rigidity Point Temperature: The Key to Eliminating Hot Tearing in Aluminum HPDC This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Determination of Solidification of Rigidity Point Temperature Using a New Method” by Ester Villanueva, Iban Vicario, Jon Mikel Sánchez, and Ignacio Crespo, published in Applied Sciences (2020). Keywords Executive

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Fig. 1 Body-in-white, main specifications, and material constitution of base vehicle

Unlocking 33% Weight Reduction: A Deep Dive into Multi-Material Car Bodies & Advanced Joining

Multi-material Automotive Bodies and Dissimilar Joining Technology to Realize Multi-material This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Multi-material Automotive Bodies and Dissimilar Joining Technology to Realize Multi-material” by Dr. Junya NAITO and Dr. Reiichi SUZUKI, published in KOBELCO TECHNOLOGY REVIEW (2020). Keywords Executive Summary The Challenge: Why This Research Matters for HPDC Professionals

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Fig. 3. Electrical conductivity of as-cast binary aluminium alloys (containing larger amounts of the alloying additions) as a function of concentration of the alloying element [5]

The Influence of Chemical Composition and Parameters of Heat Treatment on the Mechanical Properties and Electrical Conductivity in Hypoeutectic Aluminium Silicon Alloys

Balancing Act: Optimizing Heat Treatment for High Conductivity Aluminum Casting Alloys This technical summary is based on the academic paper “The Influence of Chemical Composition and Parameters of Heat Treatment on the Mechanical Properties and Electrical Conductivity in Hypoeutectic Aluminium Silicon Alloys” by J. Wiecheć, P. Uliasz, T. Knych, M. Piwowarska–Uliasz, and R. Jarosz, published

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Applications for structural high integrity aluminum die castings

High Integrity Diecasting for Structural Applications

From Defect-Prone to High-Ductility: A Holistic Approach to High Integrity Diecasting for Structural Parts This technical summary is based on the presentation “High Integrity Diecasting for Structural Applications” by Martin Hartlieb of VIAMI INTERNATIONAL INC., delivered at the iMdc meeting, WPI, Worcester, MA on December 12, 2013. Keywords Executive Summary The Challenge: Why This Research

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Figure 2. The LPC vertical DC casting machine.

Low-Pressure Casting Technology Represents Step Change in Producing High Quality Forging Stock

Paper Title From Billet to Breakthrough: Slashing Costs for High-Quality Forging Stock with Low-Pressure Casting This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Low-Pressure Casting Technology Represents Step Change in Producing High Quality Forging Stock” by Ulf Tundal, Knut Omdal Tveito, Sigrun Sofie Berg, Lars Moen, Magne Boge, Arild Håkonsen, and Rune Ledal, published

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Fig. 2 Product wall thickness analysis

Die Casting Die Design and Process Analysis of Aluminum Alloy Gearbox Housing

Optimizing the Aluminum Alloy Die Casting Process for Complex Automotive Gearbox Housings This technical summary is based on the academic paper “铝合金变速箱外壳压铸模设计及工艺分析 (Die Casting Die Design and Process Analysis of Aluminum Alloy Gearbox Housing)” by 周 倩 (ZHOU Qian), 任 浩 (REN Hao), 王 俊有 (WANG Jun-you), 黄 明宇 (HUANG Ming-yu), published in 压力铸造 (FOUNDRY)

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Table 1. Review of some casting processes that can be used for the production of E-parts

From Bauxite as a Critical Material to the Required Properties of Cast Aluminum Alloys for Use in Electro Automotive Parts

From Bauxite to Battery Housings: Optimizing Cast Aluminum Alloys for Modern Electric Vehicle Parts This technical summary is based on the academic paper “From Bauxite as a Critical Material to the Required Properties of Cast Aluminum Alloys for Use in Electro Automotive Parts” by Mile Djurdjevic, Srecko Manasijevic, Marija Mihailović, and Srecko Stopic, published in

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