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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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Determination of interfacial heat transfer coefficient and its application in high pressure die casting process

Determination of interfacial heat transfer coefficient and its application in high pressure die casting process

This article introduces the paper [‘Determination of interfacial heat transfer coefficient and its application in high pressure die casting process’] published by [‘CHINA FOUNDRY’]. 1. Overview: 2. Abstracts or Introduction In this paper, the research progress of the interfacial heat transfer in high pressure die casting (HPDC) is reviewed. Results including determination of the interfacial

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Eco-sustainable lightweight automotive part manufacturing: GHGs-free die casting of brake leverage prototype made of AZ91D-1.5CaO magnesium alloy

Eco-sustainable lightweight automotive part manufacturing: GHGs-free die casting of brake leverage prototype made of AZ91D-1.5CaO magnesium alloy

This article introduces the paper [‘Eco-sustainable lightweight automotive part manufacturing: GHGs-free die casting of brake leverage prototype made of AZ91D-1.5CaO magnesium alloy’] published by [‘La Metallurgia Italiana’]. 1. Overview: 2. Abstracts or Introduction Employing non-flammable AZ91D-1.5CaO Eco-Magnesium® (Eco-Mg) alloy in the European project CRAL provides the lowest carbon footprint for the magnesium cast process. Non-flammable

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Fig. 9 Examples of automotive components made of Mg alloys (a: Engine block, b: Steering column module, c: Door frame / Key lock housing, d: Oil pan, e: Steering wheel, f: Transfer case/Transmission housing, g: Seat frame, h: Wheel)

Magnesium and its alloys applications in automotive industry

This article introduces the paper [‘Magnesium and its alloys applications in automotive industry’] published by [‘Springer-Verlag London Limited’]. 1. Overview: 2. Abstracts or Introduction The objective of this study is to review and evaluate the applications of magnesium in the automotive industry, highlighting its potential to significantly contribute to enhanced fuel economy and environmental conservation.

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Figure 9. Defect caused by the unreasonable temperature distribution in the solidification process. (a) Simulation result; (b) real part.

Simulation-enabled casting product defect prediction in die casting process

This article introduces the paper [‘Simulation-enabled casting product defect prediction in die casting process’] presented at the [‘International Journal of Production Research’] 1. Overview: 2. Research Background: Background of the Research Topic: In contemporary casting industries, a paradigm shift is observed from traditional trial-and-error workshop practices to Computer-Aided Engineering (CAE)-enabled simulation and ‘proof-of-concept’ methodologies. This

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Figure 1. Shock Tower Casting

Characterization of Magnesium Automotive Components Produced by Super-Vacuum Die Casting Process

This article introduces the paper “Characterization of Magnesium Automotive Components Produced by Super-Vacuum Die Casting Process”. 1. Overview: 2. Research Background: 3. Research Objectives and Research Questions: 4. Research Methodology: 5. Main Research Findings: 6. Conclusion and Discussion: 7. Future Follow-up Research: 8. References: [1] Brown, Z., Szymanowski, B., Musser, M., Saha, D. and Seaver,

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