Tag Archives: Computer simulation

Fig. 1 Wheel model.

Magnesium Alloy Wheel Structure Design and Wheel Casting Process Performance Analysis

From Blueprint to Reality: Using FEA to Perfect Magnesium Alloy Wheel Casting This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Magnesium Alloy Wheel Structure Design and Wheel Casting Process Performance Analysis” by Xin Jiang and Xinwei Lan, published in Journal of Materials Science and Engineering B (2022). Keywords Executive Summary The Challenge: Why This

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Fig. 5. Simulation of filling a thin-wall casting mould when filled in: (a) 15%; (b) 30%; (c) 50%; (d) 70%; (e) 100%; and (f) in the course of casting solidification

The Effect of a Thin-Wall Casting Mould Cavity Filling Conditions on the Casting Surface Quality

Eliminating Thin-Wall Casting Defects: How Mould Filling Simulation Prevents Cold Shots and Scabs This technical summary is based on the academic paper “The Effect of a Thin-Wall Casting Mould Cavity Filling Conditions on the Casting Surface Quality” by A. Trytek, A.W. Orłowicz, M. Tupaj, M. Mróz, O. Markowska, G. Bąk, and T. Abram, published in

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Fig. 1. Prototype vehicle and the swing arm

Development and optimization of casting technology on part of the suspension of a heavy vehicle used in difficult environmental wetland conditions

Paper Title From Simulation to Suspension: Optimizing Aluminum Casting for Heavy-Duty Performance This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Development and optimization of casting technology on part of the suspension of a heavy vehicle used in difficult environmental wetland conditions” by Marcin Małysza, Robert Żuczek, Stanisław Pysz, Andrzej Gil, Piotr Wieliczko, Piotr Kowalski,

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Figure 2. Ishikawa Diagram for Casting defect analysis

Optimizing Casting Processes: A Data-Driven Approach to Eliminating Defects

This technical summary is based on the academic paper “OPTIMIZATION OF CASTING PROCESS BASED ON BOX BEHNKEN DESIGN AND RESPONSE SURFACE METHODOLOGY” by Rathish Raghupathy and K.S. Amirthagadeswaran, published in the International Journal for Quality Research (2014). It has been analyzed and summarized for technical experts by CASTMAN. Keywords Executive Summary The Challenge: Why This

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Fig. 1 Typical Sensor Recordings from a Casting Process

Reduction of rejects by combining data from the casting process and automatic X-ray inspection

From Process Data to Perfect Parts: Using AI for Casting Process Optimization and Reject Reduction This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Reduction of rejects by combining data from the casting process and automatic X-ray inspection” by Thomas STOCKER, Julius MEHRINGER, Dr. Henning FRECHEN, Dr. Frank SUKOWSKI, Felix SCHÄFER and Dennis FREIER, published

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Fig.9. Short shot experiments proved that it is vital to simulate shot sleeve process before cavity filling simulations.

Slash Porosity Defects: A Guide to Optimizing HPDC Shot Sleeve Simulation

This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Complete Simulation of High Pressure Die Casting Process” published by Matti Sirviö, Sami Vapalahti, and Jukka Väinölä of VTT Industrial Systems. It was analyzed and summarized for HPDC experts by CASTMAN experts with the help of LLM AI such as Gemini, ChatGPT, and Grok. Keywords Executive

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Fig. 1. Periodic cellular metal sandwich structures

The skeleton castings as a new type of cast lattice structures

Unlocking Lightweighting: A Deep Dive into Cast Lattice Structures This technical summary is based on the academic paper “The skeleton castings as a new type of cast lattice structures” by M. Cholewa, T. Szuter, T. Wróbel, and M. Kondracki, published in the Journal of Achievements in Materials and Manufacturing Engineering (2012). Keywords Executive Summary The

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Fig. 2: Microstructures of Al-5.0Cu-0.6Mn-0.5Fe alloy under pressures of 0 MPa (a) and 75 MPa (b) [19]

Research progress on squeeze casting in China

Beyond HPDC: Unlocking Superior Mechanical Properties with Squeeze Casting Technology This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Research progress on squeeze casting in China” by Li Yuanyuan, Zhang Weiwen, Zhao Haidong, You Dongdong, Zhang Datong, Shao Ming, and Zhang Wen, published in CHINA FOUNDRY (2014). Keywords Executive Summary The Challenge: Why This Research

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Fig. 3 Geometry of the component for validation and schematic representation of forces and boundary conditions of the test rig

Fatigue assessment of hot-chamber zinc die-casting components in relation to the casting process and casting process simulation

This introduction paper is based on the paper “Fatigue assessment of hot-chamber zinc die-casting components in relation to the casting process and casting process simulation” published by “Fraunhofer Verlag”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: Zinc die-casting alloys are used in many industries for static or low-cycle applications due to their high strength and surface quality. The

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Fig. 2. Exploded view showing components of Gating System

Design Simulation of Filing Sequence and Solidification Time for Cast Metal Matrix Composite by Low Pressure Die Casting

Simulating Success: How Low Pressure Die Casting Simulation Prevents Defects in Automotive MMC Wheels This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Design Simulation of Filing Sequence and Solidification Time for Cast Metal Matrix Composite by Low Pressure Die Casting” by R. S. Taufik, S. Shamsuddin, K. K. Mak, A. A. Tajul, M. A.

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