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Figure 1. Systematic workflow to analyze datasets, preprocessing, selecting models, and evaluating them to improve die-casting part classification systems.

Improving Die-Casting Part Classification using Transfer Learning with Deep Convolutional Neural Networks

This introduction paper is based on the paper “Improving Die-Casting Part Classification using Transfer Learning with Deep Convolutional Neural Networks” published by “IEOM Society International”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: Product quality is a crucial factor in the manufacturing process today, as it determines the company’s competitive advantages and the consumer’s requirements. The problem arises from

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Fig.1 Die casting specimens

Effects of Trace Variation of Al Content on Microstructure and Properties of HPDC Mg-4Sm-2Al Alloy

This introduction paper is based on the paper “Effects of Trace Variation of Al Content on Microstructure and Properties of HPDC Mg-4Sm-2Al Alloy” published by “Special Casting & Nonferrous Alloys”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: SA42 and Mg-4Sm-2.6Al (SA42.6) alloys were fabricated by HPDC process, and influence of trace Al content on mechanical properties was systematically

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Figure 1 A typical structure of CPU package and heat sink module.

Challenges in Cooling Design of CPU Packages for High-Performance Servers

This introduction paper is based on the paper “Challenges in Cooling Design of CPU Packages for High-Performance Servers” published by “Heat Transfer Engineering”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: Cooling technologies that address high-density and asymmetric heat dissipation in CPU packages of high-performance servers are discussed. Thermal management schemes and the development of associated technologies are reviewed

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Fig. 1. TiN- and Ti(B,N)-coated core with the corresponding cast.

Application of wear-resistant PACVD coatings in aluminium diecasting: economical and ecological aspects

This introduction paper is based on the paper “Application of wear-resistant PACVD coatings in aluminium diecasting: economical and ecological aspects” published by “Surface and Coatings Technology”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: One of the major manufacturing techniques for aluminium precision parts is the pressure diecasting process. However, nowadays the state of the art involves the application

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Fig. 4 - Porosity identify by a) X-ray on components from the first experimental activity, b) FEM simulations, c) X-ray on components from the final experimental activity (optimization of process parameters)

Numerical and experimental analysis of a high pressure die casting Aluminum suspension cross beam for light commercial vehicles

This introduction paper is based on the paper “Numerical and experimental analysis of a high pressure die casting Aluminum suspension cross beam for light commercial vehicles” published by “La Metallurgia Italiana”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: The purpose of the present paper is to enhance and deepen the lightweight optimization in automotive, in particular for commercial

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Figure 1. Hybrid HPDC casting with gating system, casting and metal sheet. The metal sheet is connected to the casting by the surface contour of the metal sheet (ribs), which is filled by the melt.

Multi-scale simulation of hybrid light metal structures produced by high pressure die casting

This introduction paper is based on the paper “Multi-scale simulation of hybrid light metal structures produced by high pressure die casting” published by “IOP Conference Series: Materials Science and Engineering”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: In modern automotive structural components, metal sheets are combined with casting parts to enable a light and mechanical stable structure. In

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Fig. 2 Drawing of the test sample and the sample itself for the tensile test

Monitoring of the microstructure and mechanical properties of the magnesium alloy used for steering wheel manufacturing

This introduction paper is based on the paper “Monitoring of the microstructure and mechanical properties of the magnesium alloy used for steering wheel manufacturing” published by “MANUFACTURING TECHNOLOGY”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: The article presents the microstructure and mechanical properties of magnesium steering wheels. These steering wheels are manufactured by high pressure die casting. High-pressure

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FIG. 2 Door and window frames for a German sports car (Photo: Georg Fischer AG). Telai di portiere e finestrini di un’automobile sportiva tedesca (Photo: Georg Fischer AG).

The tool steel producer’s contribution to successful die casting of structural components

This introduction paper is based on the paper “The tool steel producer’s contribution to successful die casting of structural components” published by “AIM / La Metallurgia Italiana”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: Die cast structural components for the automotive industry gain more and more importance as they highly contribute to a weight reduction of cars and

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Figure 3.3 grain structure of as cast meta ls (A) a pure zinc showing typical combination of columnar grains from the mold wall and equiaxed grains in the center, (B) as cast grain for magnesium can be refined by adding an inoculant (C) during the casting process.

General manufacturing route for medical devices

This article introduces the paper [‘General manufacturing route for medical devices’] presented at the [‘Metallic Biomaterials Processing and Medical Device Manufacturing’] 1. Overview: 2. Research Background: Background of the Research Topic: Manufacturing is fundamental to the secondary industry, transforming raw materials into finished goods. The medical device industry utilizes a wide array of manufacturing processes

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Figure 4. 3D scheme of the rolling process and 2D simplification in the FE simulation.

Double-Sided Surface Structures with Undercuts on Cold-Rolled Steel Sheets for Interlocking in Hybrid Components

This introduction paper is based on the paper “Double-Sided Surface Structures with Undercuts on Cold-Rolled Steel Sheets for Interlocking in Hybrid Components” published by “MDPI”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: Weight reduction strategies are essential for the transportation sector to reduce greenhouse gas emissions or extend the range of electric vehicles. In the field of lightweight

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