Tag Archives: AZ91D

Fig. 1. Die-cast sample shape

Features and Vehicle Application of Heat Resistant Die Cast Magnesium Alloy

Unlocking Automotive Lightweighting: A Deep Dive into the AJX931 Heat-Resistant Magnesium Alloy This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Features and Vehicle Application of Heat Resistant Die Cast Magnesium Alloy” by Manabu MIZUTANI, Katsuhito YOSHIDA, Nozomu KAWABE, and Seiji SAIKAWA, published in SEI TECHNICAL REVIEW (2019). It has been analyzed and summarized for

Read More

Figure 5a. Locations (A and B) for the micrographs in Figure 5b

Optimizing the Magnesium Die Casting Process to Achieve Reliability in Automotive Applications

This introduction paper is based on the paper “Optimizing the Magnesium Die Casting Process to Achieve Reliability in Automotive Applications” published by “SAE International”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: High pressure die casting is characterized by rapid die filling and subsequent rapid cooling of the molten metal in the die. These characteristics are favourable for magnesium

Read More

Table 2. The most characteristic results from the first round of trials.

Establishing Guidelines to Improve the High-Pressure Die Casting Process of Complex Aesthetics Parts

[WordPress Blog Post Template] Eliminating Finishing Costs in HPDC: New Guidelines for Complex Aesthetic Parts This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Establishing Guidelines to Improve the High-Pressure Die Casting Process of Complex Aesthetics Parts” by F.J.G. SILVA, Raul D.S.G. CAMPILHO, Luís Pinto FERREIRA and Maria Teresa PEREIRA, published in Transdisciplinary Engineering Methods

Read More

Figure 1. Schematic diagram of a typical HPDC process.

Development of High Performance Copper Alloy Chill Vent for High Pressure Die Casting

Boost HPDC Efficiency by 158%: The Power of High Performance Copper Alloy Chill Vents This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Development of High Performance Copper Alloy Chill Vent for High Pressure Die Casting” by Duoc T Phan, Syed H Masood, Syed H Riza, and Harsh Modi, published in the International Journal of

Read More

Figure 6. Aluminum spaceframe (Source: Paefgen 1994)

Unlocking Lightweight Automotive Innovation: The Potential of Wrought Magnesium

This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Analysis of the Potential for New Automotive Uses of Wrought Magnesium” published by L. Gaines, R. Cuenca, F. Stodolsky, and S. Wu at the Center for Transportation Research, Argonne National Laboratory (1996). It was analyzed and summarized for automotive engineers by CASTMAN experts with the help

Read More

Figure 1. Schematic diagram of a typical HPDC process.

Development_of_High_Performance_Copper_Alloy_Chill_Vent_for_High_Pressure_Die_Casting

Boost Cooling Efficiency by 158%: The Power of Copper Alloy Chill Vents in HPDC This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Development of High Performance Copper Alloy Chill Vent for High Pressure Die Casting” published by Duoc T Phan, Syed H Masood, Syed H Riza, and Harsh Modi in International Journal of Mechanical

Read More

Figure 2.3: Schematic illustration of a sand mould (Liu, 2008).

The Copper Chill Advantage: Enhancing Mechanical Properties in Sand-Cast Aluminum Alloys

This technical brief is based on the academic paper “PERFORMANCE EVALUATION OF DIFFERENT MATERIALS AS CHILLS IN SAND CASTING OF ALUMINIUM ALLOY” by Kabiru Muftau Raji, submitted to the School of Postgraduate Studies, Ahmadu Bello University Zaria (2016). It is summarized and analyzed for HPDC professionals by the experts at CASTMAN. Keywords Executive Summary The

Read More

Figure 4. Cold Chamber Process (Groover, 2007)

Process and Tool Design for the High Integrity Die Casting of Aluminum and Magnesium Alloys

A Blueprint for High-Integrity HPDC: Tackling Porosity in Structural Aluminum & Magnesium Castings This technical brief is based on the academic paper “Process and Tool Design for the High Integrity Die Casting of Aluminum and Magnesium Alloys” by Varun Nandakumar, presented as a Master’s Thesis at The Ohio State University (2014). It is summarized and

Read More

Figure 1. Optical Micrograph (a)3% SiC in AZ91(b)6% SiC in AZ91(c)9% SiC in AZ91(d)12% SiC in AZ91

Synthesis and Characterization of SiC p Reinforced Magnesium Alloy Based Metal Matrix Composite Through Vacuum Assisted Stir Casting Process

This introduction paper is based on the paper “Synthesis and Characterization of SiC p Reinforced Magnesium Alloy Based Metal Matrix Composite Through Vacuum Assisted Stir Casting Process” published by “International Journal of Applied Engineering Research”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: Development of light weight material is one of the challenging task for all the engineers and

Read More

Figure 2: (a) Creep curves comparing the alloys tested at 150˚C. (b) Minimum strain rate as a function of the applied stress. Die cast AZ91D and AE42 tested at 35 MPa shown for comparison.

Tensile and Compressive Creep Behavior of Magnesium Die Casting Alloys Containing Aluminum

This introduction paper is based on the paper “Tensile and Compressive Creep Behavior of Magnesium Die Casting Alloys Containing Aluminum” published by “Magnesium Alloys and their Applications. Edited by K. U. Kainer. WILEY-VCH Verlag GmbH, Weinheim.”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: This study investigates the creep mechanisms in commercial and experimental magnesium die casting alloys, focusing

Read More