Tag Archives: Casting Technique

Figure 6, This casting, produced in ZE41, weighs 620 Ibs. and is the main gearbox for the Westland WG34 helicopter.

Mg Casting Alloys for the Aerospace Challenge

This article introduces the paper [‘Mg Casting Alloys for the Aerospace Challenge’] presented at the [‘JOURNAL OF METALS’] 1. Overview: 2. Research Background: Background of the Research Topic: The utilization of magnesium alloys in aerospace applications has been driven by their inherent advantages, coupled with continuous advancements in alloy development and foundry practices. Initially a

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Figure 1: Current usage for structural components in the automotive market

The Future of Structural Components in HPDC.

This paper summary is based on the article [‘The Future of Structural Components in HPDC.’] presented at the [‘Bühler AG’] 1. Overview: 2. Abstracts The continuing quest for lighter-weight components in the automotive industry hasseen the emergence of a lucrative new market for die casting: structural components.The demand for these large, complex components, such as

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Figure 1. A Tesla Model Y giga-casting. (Source: S. Munro.)

The Impact of Giga-Castings on Car Manufacturing and Aluminum Content

This article introduces the paper [‘The Impact of Giga-Castings on Car Manufacturing and Aluminum Content’] presented at the [‘Light Metal Age’] 1. Overview: 2. Abstracts Numerous studies, especially from Ducker-Carlisle, have shown that aluminum usage in light vehicles has been growing for decades, having surpassed 500 lbs (227 kg) per light vehicle in North America

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Figure 7. (a) Graphical illustration of a cold-chamber die casting machine. (b) Casting cycle for cold-chamber die casting [14].

Al Alloys and Casting Processes for Induction Motor Applications in Battery-Powered Electric Vehicles: A Review

This article introduces the paper “Al Alloys and Casting Processes for Induction Motor Applications in Battery-Powered Electric Vehicles: A Review” presented at the MDPI Metals 1. Overview: 2. Research Background: The increasing environmental concerns and the rapid growth of the battery-powered electric vehicle (BEV) industry have significantly driven research into lightweight materials. Aluminum (Al) alloys

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Figure1: Compressive stress and strain curves of wax and core material

Development of water soluble cores for investment casting – A review

This article introduces the paper “Development of water soluble cores for investment casting – A review” presented in INDIAN ENGINEERING EXPORTS 1. Overview: 2. Research Background: Investment Casting utilizes wax patterns for creating complex castings. Cores are essential for forming internal geometries like undercuts and channels within these castings. Traditionally, core removal post-casting involves methods

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Fig. 2. Permanent mould casting machine for casting single pistons [8]

Casting of Combustion Engine Pistons Before and Now on the Example of FM Gorzyce

This article introduces the paper “[Casting of Combustion Engine Pistons Before and Now on the Example of FM Gorzyce]” 1. Overview: 2. Research Background: Social/Academic Context: Combustion engine pistons face increasingly stringent demands driven by the need for enhanced thermo-mechanical loads, reduced exhaust emissions, and improved fuel efficiency. The automotive industry’s push for lighter vehicles

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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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Fig. 3. Shattered surface of crushed rock salts (samples Nos 1, 2) and EDX analysis of chemical composition

Advances in Technology of Soluble Cores for Die Castings

This article introduces the paper “Advances in Technology of Soluble Cores for Die Castings” presented at the Archives of Foundry Engineering 1. Overview: 2. Research Background: The increasing complexity of casting designs presents a significant challenge to traditional die casting methods that rely on simple metal cores. These existing methods struggle to meet the rising

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Fig. 14. An open-ended integrally-stiffened prepreg panel (a) NT Core in position and (b) after NT Core removal, showing blind hole.

A Water-Soluble Core Material for Manufacturing Hollow Composite Sections

This article introduces the paper “A water-soluble core material for manufacturing hollow composite sections presented in Composite Structures”. 1. Overview: 2. Research Background: Social/Academic Context of the Research Topic Core materials play a crucial role in composite structures by enhancing the second moment of area and improving bending stiffness. While foam materials are commonly used

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Figure 1. Geometrical model of the variable thickness plate casting with sprue and top riser. Node numbers are marked

Simulation of variable thickness aluminum alloy plate casting

This article introduces the paper “Simulation of variable thickness aluminum alloy plate casting”. 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 paper, and unauthorized use

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