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Figure 9- Left: Schematics of a conventional HPDC cold chamber machine [14]; Right: Typical layout of a component produced by a cold chamber machine [15].

High Pressure Die Casting of Zamak alloys

This introductory paper is the research content of the paper “High Pressure Die Casting of Zamak alloys” published by [FEUP FACULDADE DE ENGENHARIA UNIVERSIDADE DO PORTO]. 1. Overview: 2. Abstracts / Introduction The high pressure die casting (HPDC) process has seen significant advancements, especially within the automotive sector. While aluminum alloys are commonly used, zinc

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Fig. 2 – Schematic picture of a four-chamber casting refining furnace7

Final Report on Refining Technologies of Magnesium

This introductory paper is the research content of the paper “Final Report on Refining Technologies of Magnesium” published by Government of Canada. 1. Overview: 2. Abstracts / Introduction Magnesium recycling has become increasingly important due to the metal’s growing use in automotive die-casting. To sustain this growth, all forms of die-cast magnesium scrap must be

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Fig. 1. Die-cast sample shape

Features and Vehicle Application of Heat Resistant Die Cast Magnesium Alloy

This introductory paper is the research content of the paper “Features and Vehicle Application of Heat Resistant Die Cast Magnesium Alloy” published by SEI TECHNICAL REVIEW. 1. Overview: 2. Abstracts / Introduction Magnesium (Mg) alloys are desirable for lightweighting applications, particularly in automotive powertrains. However, commonly used alloys like AZ91 and AM60 suffer from poor

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Figure 1. a) Photograph of the as-solidified top surface of a sample of AM-HP2 cast in air and b) an optical photomicrograph near the ‘free’ surface of a section through the diameter of the casting shown in (a) and showing a very limited extent of oxidation.

AM-HP2: A New Magnesium High Pressure Diecasting Alloy for Automotive Powertrain Applications

This article introduces the paper “AM-HP2: A New Magnesium High Pressure Diecasting Alloy for Automotive Powertrain Applications” by Mark A. Gibson, Colleen J. Bettles, Morris T. Murray, and Gordon L. Dunlop, published in January 2006. 1. Overview: 2. Research Background: The automotive industry seeks significant weight reduction. Magnesium alloys offer a potential solution, but their

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

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

This introductory paper is the research content of the paper [“Establishing Guidelines to Improve the High-Pressure Die Casting Process of Complex Aesthetics Parts”] published by [IOS Press]. 1. Overview: 2. Abstracts / Introduction The paper addresses the challenge of optimizing the High-Pressure Die Casting (HPDC) process for Zamak alloy aesthetic parts to minimize finishing operations.

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Figure 1. Schematic diagram of a typical HPDC process.

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

This introductory paper is the research content of the paper [“Development of High Performance Copper Alloy Chill Vent for High Pressure Die Casting”] published by [‘International Journal of Mechanical Engineering and Robotics Research’]. 1. Overview: 2. Abstracts / Introduction In High Pressure Die Casting (HPDC), chill vents are crucial for removing residual air and gases

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Fig. 1. Wear track profile sections used for LSCM.

Investigation of wear properties of magnesium and aluminum alloys for automotive applications

This article introduces the paper [“Investigation of wear properties of magnesium and aluminum alloys for automotive applications”] published by [Elsevier] in the journal of “Journal of Materials Processing Technology”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstracts or Introduction This research paper investigates the wear properties of die cast and sand cast magnesium alloys (AS21 and AZ91D) and aluminum

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Efficiency and agility of a liquid CO2 cooling system for molten metal systems

Efficiency and agility of a liquid CO2 cooling system for molten metal systems

This article introduces the paper [“Efficiency and agility of a liquid CO2 cooling system for molten metal systems”] published by Elsevier. 1. Overview: 2. Abstracts or Introduction In this study investigations on the efficiency and agility of a liquid CO2 cooling system are performed in a test rig. The system uses expansion bores fed with

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Figure 19. Injected HPDC with core foam at standard parameters

Aluminium Foam and Magnesium Compound Casting Produced by High-Pressure Die Casting

This article introduces the paper ‘Aluminium Foam and Magnesium Compound Casting Produced by High-Pressure Die Casting’ published by ‘MDPI’. 1. Overview: 2. Abstracts or Introduction This research investigates the production of lightweight composite components using High-Pressure Die Casting (HPDC). The study aims to evaluate the influence of different aluminium foams as cores and HPDC injection

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Figure 2. Magnesium front engine cradle casting (SCMD)

Magnesium Advances and Applications in North America Automotive Industry

This article introduces the paper [‘Magnesium Advances and Applications in North America Automotive Industry’] published by [‘Trans Tech Publications’]. 1. Overview: 2. Abstracts or Introduction Abstract:Magnesium is increasingly recognized as a compelling alternative to traditional materials like steel, aluminum, and polymer composites in the automotive sector. This is primarily driven by the need for vehicle

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