Tag Archives: AZ91D

Fig. 1. Typical creep strain vs. time curve showing the three stages of creep.

Magnesium Diecasting Alloys for High Temperature Applications

This article introduces the paper “Magnesium Diecasting Alloys for High Temperature Applications”. 1. Overview: 2. Research Background: A new growth area for automotive use of magnesium is in powertrain applications such as transmission cases and engine blocks. These components operate in temperature ranges of 150-200°C under tensile and compressive loads of 50-70 MPa. Furthermore, they

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Fig. 1. casting schematic including three tensile bars with one diameter of 6.4 mm at the center and one plate sample with a thickness of 2.5 mm

3D characterization of pores expansion behavior in high pressure die castings during heat treatment

This article introduces the paper [‘3D characterization of pores expansion behavior in high pressure die castings during heat treatment’] presented at the [‘SSRN’] 1. Overview: 2. Research Background: Background of the Research Topic: Heat treatment is a well-established method for enhancing the mechanical properties of as-cast components by modifying phase composition and morphology. However, the

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Fig. 1. Mg alloy in the development of automotive parts of the historical process.

Development and application of magnesium alloy parts for automotive OEMs: A review

This article introduces the paper “Development and application of magnesium alloy parts for automotive OEMs: A review”. 1. Overview: 2. Research Background: 3. Research Purpose and Research Questions: 4. Research Methodology: 5. Main Research Results: 6. Conclusion and Discussion: 7. Future Follow-up Research: 8. References: 9. Copyright: This material was summarized based on the above

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Figure 2. (a) 3D rod design; and (b) detail of the placement and example of an aluminium foam core

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” presented in Metals, MDPI 1. Overview: 2. Research Background: In the automotive and transport industries, reducing vehicle weight is a primary focus to decrease fuel consumption and carbon dioxide emissions. Substituting traditional heavier materials like steel and iron with

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Figure 1. Structure of the vacuum die-cast equipment

Study on Microstructures and Properties of Al. Alloy Vacuum Die-Cast Parts

This article introduces the paper “Study on Microstructures and Properties of the Al. Alloy Vacuum Die-Cast Parts of TL117 and C611” presented in the Journal of Physics: Conference Series. 1. Overview: 2. Research Background: 3. Research Purpose and Research Questions: 4. Research Methodology: 5. Main Research Results: 6. Conclusion and Discussion: 7. Future Follow-up Research:

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Fig.6 Fluid field simulation result

Fatigue behavior of magnesium alloy and application in auto steering wheel frame

This article introduces the paper “Fatigue behavior of magnesium alloy and application in auto steering wheel frame,” published in Transactions of Nonferrous Metals Society of China in 2008. This paper investigates the low-cycle fatigue properties of die-cast magnesium alloys and their application in automotive steering wheel frames. 1. Overview: 2. Research Background: 3. Research Purpose

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Figure 1. Schematic illustration of the rheodiecasting (RDC) process.

Development of the Rheo-Diecasting Process for Mg-Alloys

This article introduces the paper “Development of the Rheo-Diecasting Process for Mg-Alloys” by Z. Fan, S. Ji, and G. Liu, published in Materials Science Forum Vols. 488-489 (2005), pages 405-412. 1. Overview: 2. Research Background: 3. Research Purpose and Research Questions: 4. Research Methodology 5. Main Research Results: 6. Conclusion and Discussion: 7. Future Follow-up

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Fig. 1. 2017 Chrysler Pacifica showing the liftgate assembly highlighted by a magnesium die-cast inner [4] (Copyright 2018 by FCA. Used with permission. Chrysler is a registered trademark of FCA US LLC).

Exploring the Concept of Castability in Magnesium Die-Casting Alloys

This article introduces the paper”Exploring the concept of castability in magnesium die-casting alloys” published in the Journal of Magnesium and Alloys in 2021. The paper, authored by J.P. Weiler, delves into the multifaceted concept of castability within the magnesium die-casting industry, a critical aspect for developing advanced alloys and optimizing manufacturing processes. This summary is

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Fig. 6. Micro-morphologies of die cast AZ91D specimens after immersion in 5 wt

Effect of Aging on Yield Stress and Corrosion Resistance of Die Cast Magnesium Alloy

This article introduces the paper “Effect of Aging on Yield Stress and Corrosion Resistance of Die Cast Magnesium Alloy”. 1. Overview: 2. Research Background: 3. Research Purpose and Research Questions: 4. Research Methodology: 5. Main Research Results: 6. Conclusion and Discussion: 7. Future Follow-up Research: 8. References: 9. Copyright:

Figure 2. Illustration of boundary conditions for the finite element model; (a) conventional die casting die, (b) lightweight design die; see Table 1 for notes on 1–8.

AN INITIAL STUDY OF A LIGHTWEIGHT DIE CASTING DIE USING A MODULAR DESIGN APPROACH

This article introduces the paper “An Initial Study of a Lightweight Die Casting Die Using a Modular Design Approach,” published in the International Journal of Metalcasting in 2018. 1. Overview: 2. Research Background: 3. Research Purpose and Research Questions: 4. Research Methodology: 5. Main Research Results: 6. Conclusion and Discussion: 7. Future Follow-up Research: 8.

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