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Figure 8. Division of unbounded undercut feature: (a) extension of shortest non-convex edges, (b) creating a surface patch, (c) simple undercut feature No. 1 and (d) simple undercut feature No. 2.

Automated identification of complex undercut features for side-core design for die-casting parts

The content of this introduction paper is based on the article “Automated identification of complex undercut features for side-core design for die-casting parts” published by “SAGE Publications on behalf of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: This article describes automated identification, classification, division and determination of release direction of complex undercut features

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Figure 1 Example of mould and corresponding parting directions

The Geometry of Savings: A New Algorithm for Optimal Parting Directions in Die Casting

This technical brief is based on the academic paper “Parting directions for mould and die design” by Lin-Lin Chen, Shuo-Yan Chou, and Tony C. Woo, published in Computer-Aided Design (1993). It is summarized and analyzed for HPDC professionals by the experts at CASTMAN. Keywords Executive Summary The Challenge: Why This Research Matters for HPDC Professionals

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Figure 5: Microstructure and stress-strain curves of commercial alloys 6016 and 6016 doped with 10 vol.% IMPs. The insert shows increased strain hardening due to IMPs. Kernel Avera

Overview on aluminium alloys as sinks for end-of-life vehicle scrap

This technical brief is based on the academic paper “Overview on aluminium alloys as sinks for end-of-life vehicle scrap” by Stefan Pogatscher and Sebastian Samberger, published in IOP Conference Series: Materials Science and Engineering (2024). It is summarized and analyzed for HPDC professionals by the experts at CASTMAN. Executive Summary The Challenge: Why This Research

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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. 1. Examples of automotive components made of Mg alloys a) engine block, b) oil pump

Microstructures of Mg-Al-Zn and Al-Si-Cu cast alloys

This introduction paper is based on the paper “Microstructures of Mg-Al-Zn and Al-Si-Cu cast alloys” published by “Journal of Achievements in Materials and Manufacturing Engineering”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: Purpose: The aim of this paper was to investigate the structure of the MCMgAl6Zn1 magnesium and ACAlSi9Cu aluminium cast alloy in as-cast state.Design/methodology/approach: The following results

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Figure 1: Mechanisms of morphology change in the solid phase during isothermal holding of semi-solid alloy. [6] a) Coarsening mechanisms (b) Coalescence mechanisms

Microstructure Evolution in Al-7Si-0.3Mg Alloy During Partial Melting and Solidification from Melt: A Comparison

This introduction paper is based on the paper “Microstructure Evolution in Al-7Si-0.3Mg Alloy During Partial Melting and Solidification from Melt: A Comparison” published by “world foundry congress (wfc06)”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: In the present work, a comparative study of microstructure evolution in Sr modified Al-7Si-0.3Mg alloy isothermally held at semi-solid state under conditions of

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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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Figure 1. Squeeze casting experimental set-up.

OPTIMIZATION AND EFFECT OF SQUEEZE CASTING PROCESS PARAMETERS ON TENSILE STRENGTH OF HYBRID METAL MATRIX COMPOSITE

This introduction paper is based on the paper “OPTIMIZATION AND EFFECT OF SQUEEZE CASTING PROCESS PARAMETERS ON TENSILE STRENGTH OF HYBRID METAL MATRIX COMPOSITE” published by “Journal of Manufacturing Technology Research”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: The squeeze casting process is leading liquid state method for casting metal matrix composite. This is accomplished economically through the

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