A Three-Pronged Approach to Slashing Lead Times with Simulation, Rapid Tooling, and Collaboration This technical brief is based on the academic paper “Rapid Casting Development” by B. Ravi, Dinesh Kumar Pal, and Nagahanumaiah, presented at the Rapid Manufacturing Seminar, TEAMTECH 2006. It is summarized and analyzed for casting professionals by the experts at CASTMAN. Keywords
This introduction paper is based on the paper “NOTCH EFFECT ON FATIGUE STRENGTH OF DIE CAST AM60 MAGNESIUM ALLOY” published by “Asian Pacific Conference for Materials and Mechanics 2009 at Yokohama, Japan, November 13-16”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: This study investigates the notch effect on the fatigue strength of die-cast AM60 magnesium alloy. Four-point bending
The content of this introduction paper is based on the article “Squirrel Cage Induction Motor: A Design-Based Comparison Between Aluminium and Copper Cages” published by “IEEE Open Journal of Industry Applications”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: In many industrial applications the self-starting capability of electric motors is still an important requirement enabling to simplify the drive
A Comprehensive Guide to FSW: Understanding the Process, Parameters, and Potential for High-Strength Joints This technical brief is based on the academic paper “A Critical Review of Friction Stir Welding Process” by Verma, S. M. & Misra, J.P., published in DAAAM International Scientific Book 2015. It is summarized and analyzed for manufacturing and design professionals
MIG vs. TIG vs. FSW: A Data-Driven Guide to Selecting the Strongest Welding Method for Al-6061 This technical brief is based on the academic paper “A COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS AMONG THE WELDED Al-6061 PLATES JOINED BY FSW, MIG AND TIG WELDING METHODS” by Aaluri Praveen Reddy and Saurabh Dewangan, published in ACTA METALLURGICA SLOVACA (2023). It
Unlocking the Secrets of Dissimilar Metal Joining: Advanced Imaging Techniques Reveal How to Create Stronger, More Reliable Copper-Steel Bonds. This technical brief is based on the academic paper “A combined full-field imaging and metallography approach to assess the local properties of friction stir welded (FSW) copper-stainless steel joints” by S. Ramachandran, J.M. Dulieu-Barton, P.A.S. Reed,
“FSW: The high-strength joining technology that needs no bolts or rivets.” FSW (Friction Stir Welding) is a solid-state joining method developed in 1991 at The Welding Institute (TWI) in the UK. Unlike conventional fusion welding, FSW joins materials without melting them. The process involves inserting a rotating tool into the joint line. The frictional heat
This introduction paper is based on the paper “New Optimal Heat Sink Design with Concave Fins for Cooling System in Light Emitting Diode Lamp” published by “Electrica”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: The heat sink is considered one of the most critical issues in designing and operating light-emitting diode (LED) lamps. The manufacturers in the technical
How Smoothed Particle Hydrodynamics (SPH) Delivers Unprecedented Accuracy in Predicting HPDC Filling and Defects This technical brief is based on the academic paper “Simulation of casting complex shaped objects using SPH” by P.W. Cleary, J. Ha, M. Prakash, and T. Nguyen, published in the proceedings of the Shape Casting: The John Campbell Symposium by TMS
Mastering Shrinkage: A Simulation-Driven Approach to Defect-Free Precision Casting This technical brief is based on the academic paper “Simulation of Hot Casting Shrinkage of Thermoplastic Beryllium Oxide Slurries with Ultrasonic Activation” by Uzak Zhapbasbayev, Zamira Sattinova, and Gaukhar Ramazanova, published in Engineered Science (2024). It is summarized and analyzed for HPDC professionals by the experts
