This article introduces the paper “Vacuum Rheocasting Heat Sinks with Significantly Improved Performance”. 1. Overview: 2. Research Background: The demand for heat sinks across various industries (e-mobility, telecommunications, electronics, etc.) is significantly increasing, along with stricter performance requirements. A primary requirement for heat sinks is high thermal conductivity. Pure aluminum exhibits excellent thermal conductivity (247
1. Overview: 2. Research Background: The demand for lightweight and cost-effective heat sinks is increasing. Die casting is a common and economical method for producing complex-shaped heat sinks. To reduce weight, a typical approach involves thinning the fins and base of the heat sink. Previous research explored alternative casting methods like semisolid casting, high-density casting,
This article introduces the paper “Vehicle giga-casting Al alloys technologies, applications, and beyond”. Author links open overlay panelJian Yang abc, Bo Liu ac, Dongwei Shu b, Qin Yang d, Tiegang Hu dShow moreAdd to MendeleyShareCite https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jallcom.2025.178552Get rights and content Abstract The Giga-casting process, proposed by Tesla, has become a transformative technology with great potential for improving the lightweighting of super-sized complex thin-walled vehicle parts. Recently, the application of lightweight
This article introduces the paper “Influence of Vacuum Support on the Fatigue Life of AlSi9Cu3(Fe) Aluminum Alloy Die Castings”. Summary – Core Research Objective: To compare the high-cycle fatigue behavior of AlSi9Cu3(Fe) aluminum alloy die castings produced using high-pressure die casting (HPDC) and vacuum-assisted die casting (VPDC) processes, and to elucidate the influence of casting defects
This article introduces the paper “Mega-casting in the automotive production system: Expert interview-based impact analysis of large-format aluminium high-pressure die-casting (HPDC) on the vehicle production”. Peter Burggräf a, Georg Bergweiler b, Stefan Kehrer b, Tobias Krawczyk b, Falko Fiedler bShow moreAdd to MendeleyShareCitehttps://doi.org/10.1016/j.jmapro.2024.06.028Get rights and content Abstract Since the revolutionary invention of the conveyor-belt production by Henry Ford in 1913, market player mainly evolved a unique selling point through
This article introduces the paper “Recent developments in high-pressure die-cast magnesium alloys for automotive and future applications”. Gerry GangWangJ.P.WeilerMeridian Lightweight Technologies, Strathroy, Ontario N7G 4H6, Canada Abstract The use of magnesium alloy high pressure die cast (HPDC) components for structural applications, especially in the automotive and transportation industries, where weight reduction is of a great concern, is
This article introduces the paper “Influence of introducing Zr, Ti, Nb and Ce elements on externally solidified crystals and mechanical properties of high-pressure die-casting Al–Si alloy”. Keywords : aluminium alloy high Abstract High pressure die casting (HPDC) AlSi10MnMg alloy castings are widely used in the automobile industry. Mg can optimize the mechanical properties of castings
This article introduces the paper “Magnesium casting technology for structural applications”. Overview: – Core Objective of the Research: To provide a comprehensive overview of magnesium alloy melting and casting processes, examine the historical development, current status, and potential applications of structural magnesium castings, primarily focusing on the automotive industry, and discuss associated technological challenges. The increasing
This article introduces the paper “NUMERICAL SIMULATIONS OF FILLING FLOWS IN DIE-CASTING MOLDING OF THE THIN-WALLED LED HEAT SINK”. Abstracts Researcher Information Research Background and Objectives Main Objectives and Research Content of the Paper Results and Achievements: Copyright and ReferencesThis material is based on the paper “NUMERICAL SIMULATIONS OF FILLING FLOWS IN DIE-CASTING MOLDING OF
This article introduces the paper “High Density Die Casting (HDDC): New Frontiers in the Manufacturing of Heat Sinks”. – Core Research Objective: To develop a High Density Die Casting (HDDC) process to overcome the limitations of conventional die casting and extrusion methods for manufacturing high-performance heat sinks for electronic systems requiring efficient thermal management. – Methodology: Development
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