Tag Archives: Die casting Design

Figure 1. Cast aluminium (LM24) clutch housing component.

Analysis of cooling channels performance

The Surprising Truth About Conformal Cooling: A Deep Dive into Channel Performance This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Analysis of cooling channels performance” published by A. J. Norwood, P. M. Dickens, R. C. Soar, R. Harris, G. Gibbons & R. Hansell in the International Journal of Computer Integrated Manufacturing (2004). It was

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Figure 1.1: Schematic showing the principal components of a hot chamber die casting machine after Sully [19].

Mastering the P-Q² Diagram: A Parametric Approach to HPDC Gating System Design

This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Die Casting Design. A Parametric Approach” by Marco Antonio Pego Guerra, published in 1997. It has been analyzed and summarized for technical experts by CASTMAN with the assistance of AI. Keywords Executive Summary A 30-second overview for busy professionals. The Challenge: Why This Research Matters for

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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. 6.1 Portions of tensile stress -strain  curves in metals.1 (a) Elastic behavior. (b) Elastic and plastic behaviors.

Properties of Engineering Materials

A Design Engineer’s Guide to Material Properties: Mastering the Fundamentals for Optimal Performance This technical brief is based on the academic chapter “Chapter 6: Properties of Engineering Materials” by Theodore Gela, D.Eng.Sc., from the MECHANICAL DESIGN HANDBOOK. It is summarized and analyzed for HPDC professionals by the experts at CASTMAN. Keywords Executive Summary The Challenge:

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Figure 1: Diagram of changing the cooling module material.

A New Hybrid Approach to Cooling High-Power Electronics with HPDC

This technical brief is based on the academic paper “Optimizing the Structural Design of Computing Units in Autonomous Driving Systems and Electric Vehicles to Enhance Overall Performance Stability” by Zhong, Yao-Nian, published in International Journal of Advance in Applied Science Research (2024). It is summarized and analyzed for HPDC professionals by the experts at CASTMAN.

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Fig. 3. Exploded View of Die[5]

Review on Die Design for Die Casting

This introduction paper is based on the paper “Review on Die Design for Die Casting” published by “Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (JETIR)”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: Pressure Die Casting is one of the significant ways of manufacturing nonferrous metal casting. This is used widely for manufacturing on large scale. In this process

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[Fig. 3] Structure of LED light bulbs

Heat Analysis for Heat Sink Design Using Finite Element Method

This introduction paper is based on the paper “Heat Analysis for Heat Sink Design Using Finite Element Method” published by “Journal of the Korea Academia-Industrial cooperation Society”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: LED is standing in the limelight as a light part of the low-carbon green energy. While LEDs are eco-friendly, efficient and durable, extreme heat

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Fig: 1.0 Nonfilling defect

Minimise the Nonfilling defect in the high pressure casting process component for an automotive application with metal flow simulation analysis

This introduction paper is based on the paper “Minimise the Nonfilling defect in the high pressure casting process component for an automotive application with metal flow simulation analysis” published by “International Journal of Mechanical Engineering”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: The High pressure die casting process is the one of the vital leading casting process in

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Figure 6. Images showing interior applications of HPDC magnesium alloys: (a) AZ91D automotive audio amplifier cast by Twin City die casting company [44]; (b) AM60 display bracket on 2021 ford explorer; (c) AM60 steering column cast by Meridian lightweight technologies; (d) AM50 center console on Audi A8 and (e) AM60 center stack on JLR defender [45] (courtesy of GF casting solutions).

Applications of High-Pressure Die-Casting (HPDC) Magnesium Alloys in Industry

This introduction paper is based on the paper “Applications of High-Pressure Die-Casting (HPDC) Magnesium Alloys in Industry” published by “IntechOpen”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: High-pressure die-cast (HPDC) magnesium alloys have seen diverse applications in the automotive industry, primarily driven by requirements in internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles. As the automotive industry is transitioning to an

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Fig. 3.1 Removal of a die casting with side cores

A Hybrid Design Support System for Die Casting Scheme

This article introduces the paper “A Hybrid Design Support System for Die Casting Scheme” presented at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University. 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 is Lu

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