Tag Archives: Die casting

Fig. 1 Cast Lagerschild AS

Reliability evaluation in the production process of aluminum castings

Boosting Aluminum Casting Reliability: A Data-Driven Look at Productivity and Defects This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Reliability evaluation in the production process of aluminum castings” by Erika Jankajová and Martin Kotus, published in PRODUCTION ENGINEERING ARCHIVES (2015). Keywords Executive Summary The Challenge: Why This Research Matters for HPDC Professionals In today’s

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Fig. 1. a) Graphite crucible, b) Working chamber of the UMSA device: 1 –thermocouple, 2 – tested sample, 3 – induction coli, 4 – ceramic isolation

Characteristic of Cast Zn-Al-Cu Alloy Microstructure after Modification

Unlocking Superior Performance in Zinc Die Casting: A Deep Dive into Zn-Al-Cu Alloy Modification This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Characteristic of Cast Zn-Al-Cu Alloy Microstructure after Modification” by B. Krupińska, M. Krupiński, Z. Rdzawski, K. Labisz, and M. Król, published in ARCHIVES of FOUNDRY ENGINEERING (2014). Keywords Executive Summary The Challenge:

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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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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. 1 The multi-gated die, producing a ‘U’ shaped profile used in this study. Thickness of U-profile: ~2 mm, Length: ~300 mm, Width:~90 mm, Height: ~75 mm. Total casting: ~1300 g

Gate microstructure in an AlSi9MgMn High-Pressure Die Casting

The Hidden Feeding Mechanism in HPDC: How Shear Banding Through the Gate Boosts Casting Quality This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Gate microstructure in an AlSi9MgMn High-Pressure Die Casting” by Joseph Gleeson, Christopher M. Gourlay, Paul L. Schaffer, and Hans I. Laukli, published in the Proceedings of the 12th International Conference on

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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. 10. (Color online) DXCT of ADC12 sample 1: (a) total-energy 2D CT image, (b) low-energy 2D CT image, and (c) high-energy 2D CT image.

Micro X-ray Computed Tomography and Machine Learning Assessment of Impregnation Efficacy of Die-Casting Defects in Metal Alloys

Beyond Visual Inspection: Using Micro-XCT and AI for Flawless Impregnation Efficacy Assessment This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Micro X-ray Computed Tomography and Machine Learning Assessment of Impregnation Efficacy of Die-Casting Defects in Metal Alloys” by Ajith Bandara, Koichi Kan, Katanaga Yusuke, Natsuto Soga, Takagi Katsuyuki, Akifumi Koike, and Toru Aoki, published

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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. 1. Stages of the Metal Extrusion Additive Manufacturing technique combined with solar sintering.

Harnessing the Sun: A Breakthrough in Sustainable, High-Performance Copper Component Manufacturing

This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Sustainable production of copper components using concentrated solar energy in material extrusion additive manufacturing (MEX-CSE)” published by Antonio Cañadilla Sánchez, Gloria Rodríguez, Ana Romero, Miguel A. Caminero, and Oscar J. Dura in Sustainable Materials and Technologies (2023). It was analyzed and summarized for manufacturing experts by

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Source: Daimler AG, Dr. Lutz Storsberg, Mercedes-Benz Cars, Structural Symposium Bühler AG, Hamilton, Canada, October 1, 2013

High Integrity Diecasting for Structural Applications

Unlocking Structural Performance: A Guide to High Integrity Diecasting for Automotive Applications This technical summary is based on the presentation “High Integrity Diecasting for Structural Applications” by Martin Hartlieb of VIAMI INTERNATIONAL INC., presented at the iMdc meeting, WPI, Worcester, MA (2013). Keywords Executive Summary The Challenge: Why This Research Matters for HPDC Professionals The

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