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Fig. 1 Microstructure of H (a), L (b), T (c) alloys in as-cast state.

DESIGN OF A NEW CASTING ALLOYS CONTAINING LI OR TI+ZR AND OPTIMIZATION OF ITS HEAT TREATMENT

This introduction paper is based on the paper “DESIGN OF A NEW CASTING ALLOYS CONTAINING LI OR TI+ZR AND OPTIMIZATION OF ITS HEAT TREATMENT” published by “METAL 2014”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: In this paper was proposed to design new casting alloys on the base of the Al-Mg-Si system using Li addition to achieve precipitation

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Figure 6: Oval form of sea-salt grains (sample No. 5) and EDX analysis of its chemical composition Slika 6: Ovalna oblika zrn morske soli (vzorec {t. 5) in EDX-analiza kemijske sestave

WATER-SOLUBLE CORES – VERIFYING DEVELOPMENT TRENDS

This introduction paper is based on the paper “[WATER-SOLUBLE CORES – VERIFYING DEVELOPMENT TRENDS]” published by “[Materiali in tehnologije / Materials and technology]”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: Application of pure inorganic salt-based cores has been known since the end of the 20th century, especially in the field of gravity and low-pressure die casting. The contemporary

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Figure 6. Sample images of parts produced by compound (a–c) and hybrid casting (d); (a,b) AlSi7Mg0.3 LPDC subsize front axle carrier frame demonstrator with integrated EN AW-6060 extrusion, general (a) and detail view (b); (c) AlSi9Cu3 HPDC e-motor housing demonstrator with integrated aluminum tubes as cooling channels, cast by ae group AG, Gerstungen, Germany; (d) aerospace secondary structure hybrid bracket combining a CFRP and an aluminum HPDC component [131] (all images by Fraunhofer IFAM).

Advances in Metal Casting Technology: A Review of State of the Art, Challenges and Trends—Part II: Technologies New and Revived

This article introduces the paper [‘Advances in Metal Casting Technology: A Review of State of the Art, Challenges and Trends—Part II: Technologies New and Revived’] presented at the [‘Metals’] 1. Overview: 2. Research Background: Background of the Research Topic: The present text is the second part of an editorial written for a Special Issue entitled

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Figure 4.1: Compression chamber of Gleeble-3800 thermo-mechanical simulator showing the sample, thermocouple, load cell and L-gauge.

Material characterization of aluminum alloys for automotive and aerospace applications

This introduction paper is based on the paper “Material characterization of aluminum alloys for automotive and aerospace applications” published by “Luleå University of Technology”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: Aluminum alloys are one of the widely used materials in the structural components of automobiles and especially aircraft. The valid prediction of the performance and life span

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Figure 2.1: Rotor test setup for measurements of inter-bar resistance.

On Inter-bar Currents in Induction Motors with Cast Aluminium and Cast Copper Rotors

This introduction paper is based on the paper “On Inter-bar Currents in Induction Motors with Cast Aluminium and Cast Copper Rotors” published by “KTH Electrical Engineering”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: This thesis presents a study of the effects of inter-bar currents on induction motor starting performance and stray-load losses. The work is focused on the

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Figure 2.1: Rotor test setup for measurements of inter-bar resistance.

Analysis and Reduction of Parasitic Effects in Induction Motors With Die-Cast Rotors

This introduction paper is based on the Doctoral Thesis “Analysis and Reduction of Parasitic Effects in Induction Motors With Die-Cast Rotors” published by “KTH Royal Institute of Technology”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: This thesis presents a study of inter-bar current effects on induction motors with die-cast aluminium and die-cast copper rotors. The parasitic effects introduced

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Fig. 1 Schematic representation of experimental apparatus

JIS ADC12 Aluminum Alloy Semi-Solid Slurry Preparation Technology by Applying Mechanical Vibration

This introduction paper is based on the paper “[JIS ADC12 Aluminum Alloy Semi-Solid Slurry Preparation Technology by Applying Mechanical Vibration]” published by “[Materials Transactions]”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: Semi-solid high pressure die casting is known as a process capable of forming high quality products. JIS ADC12 aluminum alloy is widely used for high pressure die

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Figure 5: Laser marked identifier on aluminum die casting alloy.

Review of technologies for identification of die casting parts

The content of this introduction paper is based on the article “Review of technologies for identification of die casting parts” originating from researchers affiliated with Laserax Inc., Université Laval, and Viami International. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: Part traceability is increasingly required not only for safety critical applications, but for a growing number of applications within

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Figure 1: Change of the mechanical properties of the three magnesium alloys (left) and fatigue strength increase of AS 31 (right) due to Vacural® die casting

Mechanical properties and fatigue behaviour of magnesium alloys for castingsused in e-mobility applications based on different casting processes

M. Schütze1, J. Ganzenmüller2, M. Becker3, C. Mangos1, G. Piazza2, L. Kallien1, E. Beeh21Aalen University; 2German Aerospace Center (DLR), Stuttgart; 3Oskar Frech GmbH + Co. KG, Schorndorf The industrial shift towards e-mobility is an opportunity for the economic production of high pressuredie castings (HPDC) components, such as motor housings, gearboxes and covers. Those parts are

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Figure 1. schematic views of; a) vertical; b) horizontal and c) curved die chill casting processes

Data Models for Casting Processes – Performances, Validations and Challenges

This introduction paper is based on the paper “Data Models for Casting Processes – Performances, Validations and Challenges” published by “IOP Publishing”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: Data-driven models with their associated data learning and training schemes can be utilised for the light metal casting processes. This paper presents the basis of data model building processes

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