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Fig. 2.1 Graphical illustration of hot chamber diecasting [5].

Development of High Strength Al-Mg2Si-Mg Based Alloy for High Pressure Diecasting Process

This paper summary is based on the article Development of High Strength Al-Mg2Si-Mg Based Alloy for High Pressure Diecasting Process presented as a thesis submitted for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy at Brunel University 1. Overview: 2. Research Background: The automotive industry is increasingly utilizing lightweight materials like aluminium alloys to enhance fuel efficiency

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Fig. 3 The gating system of a die casting die

Development of a Semi-Automated Die Casting Die Design System

This paper summary is based on the article “Development of a semi-automated die casting die design system” presented at the Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, Part B: Journal of Engineering Manufacture. 1. Overview: 2. Research Background: 3. Research Purpose and Research Questions: 4. Research Methodology The primary focus of the development is placed

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Figure 5. Flow characteristics at different velocities of injection: : (a1–a6) 1.0 m/s, (b1–b6) 1.5 m/s

Study on the Influence of Injection Velocity on Hole Defects in Die-Cast Aluminum Alloy

This paper summary is based on the article “Study on the Influence of Injection Velocity on the Evolution of Hole Defects in Die-Cast Aluminum Alloy” presented at the MDPI 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:

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Figure 1. Structure of the vacuum die-cast equipment

Study on Microstructures and Properties of Al. Alloy Vacuum Die-Cast Parts

This paper summary is based on the article “Study on Microstructures and Properties of the Al. Alloy Vacuum Die-Cast Parts of TL117 and C611” presented in the Journal of Physics: Conference Series. 1. Overview: 2. Research Background: 3. Research Purpose and Research Questions: 4. Research Methodology: 5. Main Research Results: 6. Conclusion and Discussion: 7.

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Figure 13. The schematic diagrams of the ACSR Rheo-HPDC process (reprinted with permission from ref. [36], 2022, Elsevier).

Research Progress on Thermal Conductivity of High-Pressure Die-Cast Aluminum Alloys

This paper summary is based on the article Research Progress on Thermal Conductivity of High-Pressure Die-Cast Aluminum Alloys presented at the Metals, MDPI 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

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Figure 1. Sampling region on the plate manufactured by HPDC.

Phase-Field Modelling of Bimodal Dendritic Solidification During Al Alloy Die Casting

This paper summary is based on the article “Phase-Field Modelling of Bimodal Dendritic Solidification During Al Alloy Die Casting” presented in Metals. 1. Overview: Title: Phase-Field Modelling of Bimodal Dendritic Solidification During Al Alloy Die CastingAuthors: Maryam Torfeh, Zhichao Niu and Hamid AssadiPublication Year: 2025Publishing Journal: MetalsKeywords: phase-field modelling; HPDC; interface behaviour 2. Research Background:

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Figure 3. Microstructure near porosity in the Mg-Al-Zn alloy.

Evaluation of the Microstructure and Properties of As-Cast Magnesium Alloys with 9% Al and 9% Zn Additions

This paper summary is based on the article Evaluation of the Microstructure and Properties of As-Cast Magnesium Alloys with 9% Al and 9% Zn Additions presented in Materials, MDPI. 1. Overview: Title: Evaluation of the Microstructure and Properties of As-Cast Magnesium Alloys with 9% Al and 9% Zn AdditionsAuthors: Lechosław Tuz, Vít Novák, and František

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Figure 5. Results of constrained rod casting: (a) AA7075; (b) AA7068; (c) AA7055.

Development of Low-Pressure Die-Cast Al–Zn–Mg–Cu Alloy Propellers—Part I: Hot Tearing Simulations for Alloy Optimization

This paper summary is based on the article Development of Low-Pressure Die-Cast Al–Zn–Mg–Cu Alloy Propellers—Part I: Hot Tearing Simulations for Alloy Optimization presented in Materials Journal. 1. Overview: High-Strength Aluminum Alloy Propellers, Addressing Hot Tearing Issues Through Alloy Optimization Research 2. Research Background: Demand for High-Performance Leisure Boat Propellers, Hot Tearing Challenges in 7xxx Series

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Figure 8. Developed Al-6Zn-2Mg-1.5Cu alloy propeller

Development of Low-Pressure Die-Cast Al-Zn-Mg-Cu Alloy Propellers Part II: Simulations for Process Optimization

1. Overview: Title: Development of Low-Pressure Die-Cast Al-Zn-Mg-Cu Alloy Propellers Part II: Simulations for Process OptimizationAuthor: Min-Seok Kim and Soonho WonPublication Year: 2024Publishing Journal: Materials (MDPI)Keywords: Al-Zn-Mg-Cu alloy; low-pressure die-casting; simulation; propeller; hot tearing 2. Research Background: The demand for high-performance leisure boat propellers is steadily increasing. While stainless steel propellers offer superior properties, their

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Fig. 4. Integrated magnesium door cast inner developed as part of a DOEsponsored project led by GM, right, and equivalent steel stamped door inner, left [10] (Copyright 2015 by IMA. Used with permission).

A review of magnesium die-castings for closure applications

1. Overview: 2. Background: The Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) standards, enacted in 1975, mandated improvements in the average fuel economy of North American cars and light trucks. While initial increases were required from Model Year (MY) 1978–MY 1985, significant increases weren’t seen until MY 2011. Currently, rising fuel economy requirements are scheduled through MY

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