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Fig. 1: Comparison of concrete strength with WFS replacement

Experimental investigation on waste foundry sand for effective utilization in building construction

Slash Construction Costs and Boost Sustainability with Waste Foundry Sand in Concrete This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Experimental investigation on waste foundry sand for effective utilization in building construction” by Manikandan A., Anandha Raj L. and Aravindh P., published in Research Journal of Chemistry and Environment (2020). Keywords Executive Summary The

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Fig. 1 Body-in-white, main specifications, and material constitution of base vehicle

Unlocking 33% Weight Reduction: A Deep Dive into Multi-Material Car Bodies & Advanced Joining

Multi-material Automotive Bodies and Dissimilar Joining Technology to Realize Multi-material This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Multi-material Automotive Bodies and Dissimilar Joining Technology to Realize Multi-material” by Dr. Junya NAITO and Dr. Reiichi SUZUKI, published in KOBELCO TECHNOLOGY REVIEW (2020). Keywords Executive Summary The Challenge: Why This Research Matters for HPDC Professionals

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Figure 1: Intermediate Flange

Die Designing and Molten Metal Flow Analysis for Intermediate Flange

Eliminating Porosity Defects in HPDC: A Flow Analysis Case Study for Intermediate Flanges This technical summary is based on the academic paper “DIE DESIGNING AND MOLTEN METAL FLOW ANALYSIS FOR INTERMEDIATE FLANGE” by K Maheswari and G Sureshkumar, published in the International Journal of Mechanical Engineering and Robotics Research (2013). Keywords Executive Summary The Challenge:

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Fig. 2 The rear actuator and steering of automobile

Research Status and Future Development Trend of Die Casting Aluminum Alloys

A Deep Dive into Advanced Die-Casting Aluminum Alloys: Enhancing Performance for Automotive and Beyond This technical summary is based on the academic paper “压铸铝合金研究现状与未来发展趋势 (Research Status and Future Development Trend of Die Casting Aluminum Alloys)” by 樊振中 (FAN Zhen-zhong), 袁文全 (YUAN Wen-quan), et al., published in FOUNDRY (2020). Keywords Executive Summary The Challenge: Why This

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Fig. 3. Electrical conductivity of as-cast binary aluminium alloys (containing larger amounts of the alloying additions) as a function of concentration of the alloying element [5]

The Influence of Chemical Composition and Parameters of Heat Treatment on the Mechanical Properties and Electrical Conductivity in Hypoeutectic Aluminium Silicon Alloys

Balancing Act: Optimizing Heat Treatment for High Conductivity Aluminum Casting Alloys This technical summary is based on the academic paper “The Influence of Chemical Composition and Parameters of Heat Treatment on the Mechanical Properties and Electrical Conductivity in Hypoeutectic Aluminium Silicon Alloys” by J. Wiecheć, P. Uliasz, T. Knych, M. Piwowarska–Uliasz, and R. Jarosz, published

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Figure 1.2: Water exit from the mould

Influence of Water Quality and Kind of Metal in the Secondary Cooling Zone of Casting Process

Unlock Peak Performance: How Water Quality Drives Casting Cooling Process Optimization This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Influence of Water Quality and Kind of Metal in the Secondary Cooling Zone of Casting Process” by M.Sc. Khalid Haroun Mohamed Abdalrahman, a dissertation for the Otto-von-Guericke-Universität Magdeburg (2012). It has been analyzed and summarized

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Figure 1: Phase diagram zinc – aluminum [1]

Ageing of Zink Alloys

Unlocking Stability and Performance: A Deep Dive into Zinc Alloy Ageing for HPDC Professionals This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Ageing of Zink Alloys” by Lothar H. Kallien and Walter Leis, published in International Foundry Research (2011). Keywords Executive Summary The Challenge: Why This Research Matters for HPDC Professionals For engineers working

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Applications for structural high integrity aluminum die castings

High Integrity Diecasting for Structural Applications

From Defect-Prone to High-Ductility: A Holistic Approach to High Integrity Diecasting for Structural Parts This technical summary is based on the presentation “High Integrity Diecasting for Structural Applications” by Martin Hartlieb of VIAMI INTERNATIONAL INC., delivered at the iMdc meeting, WPI, Worcester, MA on December 12, 2013. Keywords Executive Summary The Challenge: Why This Research

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Fig. 3. Scanning images of the sand mixture samples containing 2.5 parts by weight of binder and hardener in an amount of 10% relative to the amount of binder: a, b - 500x, c - 800x

Use of Casting Simulation and Rapid Prototyping in an Undergraduate Course in Manufacturing Processes

Boosting Casting Quality: How Sand Casting Simulation Unlocks Key Insights for HPDC This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Use of Casting Simulation and Rapid Prototyping in an Undergraduate Course in Manufacturing Processes” by Dr. Mathew Schaefer, published in American Society for Engineering Education (2016). Keywords Executive Summary The Challenge: Why This Research

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Figure 2. The LPC vertical DC casting machine.

Low-Pressure Casting Technology Represents Step Change in Producing High Quality Forging Stock

Paper Title From Billet to Breakthrough: Slashing Costs for High-Quality Forging Stock with Low-Pressure Casting This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Low-Pressure Casting Technology Represents Step Change in Producing High Quality Forging Stock” by Ulf Tundal, Knut Omdal Tveito, Sigrun Sofie Berg, Lars Moen, Magne Boge, Arild Håkonsen, and Rune Ledal, published

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