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Fig. 1. Microstructure of the AM60 die-casting Mg-alloy: (a) with low magnification picture shows the skin and the interior regions; a high magnification picture of (b) the interior region, and (c) the skin region

Utility of micro-indentation technique for characterization of the constitutive behavior of skin and interior microstructures of die-cast magnesium alloys

This article introduces the paper ‘Utility of micro-indentation technique for characterization of the constitutive behavior of skin and interior microstructures of die-cast magnesium alloys’ published by ‘Elsevier’. 1. Overview: 2. Abstracts There has been increasing thrust lately on the development of lightweight cast magnesium alloy components for structural automotive and other applications. The microstructure of

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Figure 1 C' vs Creep Strain

Zinc alloy 8, a diecasting alloy with special relevance to underbonnet applications

This article introduces the paper ‘Zinc alloy 8, a diecasting alloy with special relevance to underbonnet applications’ published by ‘Int. J. of Materials and Product Technology’. 1. Overview: 2. Abstracts Conventional zinc alloys exhibit exceptional net shape castability and a spectrum of valuable mechanical and physical properties. However, their stressed application temperature is constrained to

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Figure 2. The Binary Phase Diagram of Al-Zn Alloy [1].

ANALYSIS OF MAGNESIUM ADDITION, HYDROGEN POROSITY AND T6 HEAT TREATMENT EFFECTS ON MECHANICAL AND MICROSTRUCTURAL PROPERTIES OF PRESSURE DIE CAST 7075 ALUMINUM ALLOY

This article introduces the paper “Analysis of Magnesium Addition, Hydrogen Porosity and T6 Heat Treatment Effects on Mechanical and Microstructural Properties of Pressure Die Cast 7075 Aluminum Alloy” presented at the THE GRADUATE SCHOOL OF NATURAL AND APPLIED SCIENCES OF MIDDLE EAST TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY 1. Overview: 2. Research Background: 3. Research Purpose and Research Questions:

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Fig. 5. Double silica cooling structure with copper meshes (Ref. [186]).

A Review of Air-Cooling Battery Thermal Management Systems for Electric and Hybrid Electric Vehicles

This article introduces the paper “A review of air-cooling battery thermal management systems for electric and hybrid electric vehicles”. 1. Overview: 2. Background: The paper begins by highlighting the increasing concentration of greenhouse gases (GHGs) since the 1900s, primarily due to the combustion of fossil fuels in internal combustion engines (ICEs). Transportation is a significant

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Fig. 5. Schematic of cooling system assembled with different number of heat pipes:(a) is 2 heat pipes, (b) is 3 heat pipes, (c) is 4 heat pipes, and (d) is 6 heat pipes.

A novel automated heat-pipe cooling device for high-power LEDs

This article introduces the paper “A novel automated heat-pipe cooling device for high-power LEDs”. 1. Overview: 2. Research Background: High-power LEDs are increasingly popular in various applications, offering advantages like long lifespan, high reliability, low energy consumption, fast response time, and color variability. However, their efficiency (15-25% power-to-light conversion) is limited, with over 80% of

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Figure 6, This casting, produced in ZE41, weighs 620 Ibs. and is the main gearbox for the Westland WG34 helicopter.

Mg Casting Alloys for the Aerospace Challenge

This article introduces the paper [‘Mg Casting Alloys for the Aerospace Challenge’] presented at the [‘JOURNAL OF METALS’] 1. Overview: 2. Research Background: Background of the Research Topic: The utilization of magnesium alloys in aerospace applications has been driven by their inherent advantages, coupled with continuous advancements in alloy development and foundry practices. Initially a

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Fig. 4 : Robotic friction stir welding of an AM60 component

AUTOMOTIVE APPLICATIONS OF MAGNESIUM AND ITS ALLOYS

This article introduces the paper “AUTOMOTIVE APPLICATIONS OF MAGNESIUM AND ITS ALLOYS”. 1. Overview: 2. Research Background: 3. Research Objectives and Research Questions: 4. Research Methodology: 5. Main Research Findings: 6. Conclusion and Discussion: 7. Future Research Directions: 8. References: 9. Copyright: This material is based on the paper: AUTOMOTIVE APPLICATIONS OF MAGNESIUM AND ITS

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Figure 7: Ford Flat Hem Test Final Step

The Impact of Increased Recycle Content on Microstructure, Tensile Properties and Hemming Capability in Automotive Al-Mg-Si Alloys

This article introduces the paper [‘The Impact of Increased Recycle Content on Microstructure, Tensile Properties and Hemming Capability in Automotive Al-Mg-Si Alloys’] submitted to the [‘University of Pittsburgh’] 1. Overview: 2. Research Background: Background of the Research Topic: The automotive industry’s trend towards mass aluminization, starting in the mid-to-late 1980s, has led to increased use

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Figure 3. The qualitative electron probe micro-analysis (EPMA) maps of Si and Mg segregation in three different casting conditions. The EPMA maps are purposefully enhanced to reveal the minor segregation bands. The line scans are indicated with white dashed lines. The concentration (at.%) vs distance (μm) plots correspond to the respective line scans in the EPMA maps.

Solute micro-segregation profile and associated precipitation in cast Al-Mg-Si alloy

This article introduces the paper [‘Solute micro-segregation profile and associated precipitation in cast Al-Mg-Si alloy’] presented at the [‘Philosophical Magazine’] 1. Overview: 2. Research Background: Background of the Research Topic: Solute segregation is an inherent phenomenon during the solidification process of aluminium alloys. This is primarily attributed to non-equilibrium conditions arising from rapid cooling rates,

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Fig.1: Functional surface (green)

Technical Cleanliness Process and Analysis for Aluminum Die Cast Component used in Automotive Applications

This article introduces the paper ‘Technical Cleanliness Process and Analysis for Aluminum Die Cast Component used in Automotive Applications’ published by ‘INTERNATIONAL RESEARCH JOURNAL OF ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY (IRJET)’. 1. Overview: 2. Abstracts ABSTRACT: The growing complexity in interfaces of today’s technical products, especially within the aerospace, automotive, heavy equipment, and electrical engineering industries, has

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