Tag Archives: CFD

Fig. 5 Reference die

Determination of heat transfer coefficients using a 1-D flow model applied to irregular shaped cooling channels in pressure diecasting

Unlocking Higher Production Rates: A New Model for Irregular Cooling Channel Design in HPDC This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Determination of Heat Transfer Coefficients Using a 1-D Flow Model Applied to Irregular Shaped Cooling Channels in Pressure Diecasting” published by L. D. Clark, K. Davey, I. Rosindale, and S. Hinduja in

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Fig 7. HPDC Machine

Flow pattern analysis of melted aluminum in shot sleeve of pressure dies casting and minimizing the defect

Slash HPDC Porosity: A CFD-Based Guide to Optimizing Shot Sleeve Flow This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Flow pattern analysis of melted aluminum in shot sleeve of pressure dies casting and minimizing the defect” by Rupesh Kumar Tiwari and Trilok Raj Chauhan, published in International Journal of Engineering Research and General Science

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A Review of Various Mould Attributes in the Sand Casting Process

A Review of Various Mould Attributes in the Sand Casting Process

Boosting Throughput: A Review of Casting Mould Attributes and a Novel Path to Higher Productivity This technical summary is based on the academic paper “A Review of Various Mould Attributes in the Sand Casting Process” by Bedarapalli Sainath Bharadwaj, Jayam Sreehari, and Nagasamudram Phani Raja Rao, published in Advanced Engineering Science (2021). Keywords Executive Summary

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Figure 15. CK1 engine – external views.

Beyond Poppet Valves: How Rotary Valve Engines Deliver Unmatched Power and Multi-Fuel Capability

This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Rotary Valve 4-Stroke Engines for General Purpose Power Equipment and Unmanned Systems” published by Brian Mason, Keith Lawes (RCV Engines Limited), and Koichi Hirakawa (KAAZ Corporation) in SETC2022 New Product Technology Session (2022). It was analyzed and summarized for HPDC experts by CASTMAN experts with the

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Fig.1.Die casting hot chamber machine

Elimination of Wastes In Die Casting Industry By Lean Manufacturing

A Phased, Data-Driven Approach to Eliminating the 5 Major Wastes in Die Casting Operations This technical brief is based on the academic paper “Elimination of Wastes In Die Casting Industry By Lean Manufacturing: A Case Study” by Sumit Kumar Singh, Deepak Kumar, and Tarun Gupta, published in the IOSR Journal of Engineering (IOSRJEN) (2014). It

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Fig. 3. Solid models of mold designs: a) standard b) conformal cooling channel

An experimental investigation of the cooling and heating performance of a gravity die casting mold with conformal cooling channels

Slash Cycle Times by 28%: How Additive-Made Conformal Cooling Channels Are Revolutionizing Die Casting This technical summary is based on the academic paper “An experimental investigation of the cooling and heating performance of a gravity die casting mold with conformal cooling channels” published by Karani Kurtulus, Ali Bolatturk, Ahmet Coskun, and Barış Gürel in Applied

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Fig. 1. Filling of differential cover with the molten metal coloured by speed with blue being slow and red being fast. The casting is shown in top view on the left and bottom view on the right. (For interpretation of the references to colour in this figure legend, the reader is referred to the web version of this article.)

Short shots and industrial case studies-Understanding fluid flow and solidification in high pressure die casting

Beyond the Simulation: What ‘Short Shots’ Reveal About Real-World HPDC Defects and Model Validation This technical brief is based on the academic paper “Short shots and industrial case studies: Understanding fluid flow and solidification in high pressure die casting” by Paul W. Cleary, Joseph Ha, Mahesh Prakash, and Thang Nguyen, published in Applied Mathematical Modelling

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Figure 2: The cast part (end head of motor) and the die.

Stop Guessing: How to Precisely Model and Optimize HPDC Venting with CFD

This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Characterizing Flow Losses Occurring in Air Vents and Ejector Pins in High Pressure Die Castings” published by M.C. Carter, S. Palit, and M. Littler in NADCA (2010). It was analyzed and summarized for HPDC experts by CASTMAN experts with the help of LLM AI such as

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Fig. 1. Runner System of the Modified Design

Optimization of Runner Design in Pressure Die Casting

This introduction paper is based on the paper “Optimization of Runner Design in Pressure Die Casting” published by “International Journal of Engineering Research & Technology (IJERT)”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: In order to produce high quality parts with high pressure die casting, computer aided simulation has been used to optimize mold designs. Finite difference (differential),

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Fig. 1. Schematic diagram of the PLC die casting machine.

Fabrication of a Pb-Sn nanowire array gas sensor using a novel high vacuum die casting technique

A Novel High-Vacuum Die Casting Method for Advanced Gas Sensor Nanofabrication This technical brief is based on the academic paper “Fabrication of a Pb-Sn Nanowire Array Gas Sensor Using a Novel High Vacuum Die Casting Technique” by Chin-Guo Kuo, Ho Chang, Lih-Ren Hwang, Shu Hor, Jia-Shin Chen, Guo-yan Liu, and Sheng-Cheng Cheng, published in Electronic

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