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Figure 1. Calculated isothermal section at 298 K for MgAl-Ca alloy system [3].

Fundamental Research Needs for the Magnesium Powertrain Cast Components (MPCC) Project

This introductory paper is the research content of the paper “Fundamental Research Needs for the Magnesium Powertrain Cast Components (MPCC) Project” published by TMS (The Minerals, Metals & Materials Society). 1. Overview: 2. Abstracts / Introduction AbstractThe Magnesium Powertrain Cast Components Project is a jointly sponsored effort by the US Department of Energy and the

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Fig. 2 – Schematic picture of a four-chamber casting refining furnace7

Final Report on Refining Technologies of Magnesium

This introductory paper is the research content of the paper “Final Report on Refining Technologies of Magnesium” published by Government of Canada. 1. Overview: 2. Abstracts / Introduction Magnesium recycling has become increasingly important due to the metal’s growing use in automotive die-casting. To sustain this growth, all forms of die-cast magnesium scrap must be

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Conceptualization of Mega-Casting Concepts

Fields of Action in Mega-Casting for the Industrialization of Automotive Car Bodies

This introductory paper is the research content of the paper “Fields of Action in Mega-Casting for the Industrialization of Automotive Car Bodies” published by 27. – 29. SEP 2022 | BAD NAUHEIM, GERMANY, Car Body Parts – from development to production. 1. Overview: 2. Abstracts / Introduction The automotive industry is undergoing a transformational process,

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Fig. 1. Die-cast sample shape

Features and Vehicle Application of Heat Resistant Die Cast Magnesium Alloy

This introductory paper is the research content of the paper “Features and Vehicle Application of Heat Resistant Die Cast Magnesium Alloy” published by SEI TECHNICAL REVIEW. 1. Overview: 2. Abstracts / Introduction Magnesium (Mg) alloys are desirable for lightweighting applications, particularly in automotive powertrains. However, commonly used alloys like AZ91 and AM60 suffer from poor

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Fig. 5. Field of reduced instantaneous thermal stresses induced by temperature field

Experimental-Numerical Model of the Initiation and Propagation of Cracks in Die Inserts

This introductory paper is the research content of the paper [“Experimental-Numerical Model of the Initiation and Propagation of Cracks in Die Inserts”] published by [‘ARCHIVES of FOUNDRY ENGINEERING’]. 1. Overview: 2. Abstracts / Introduction The aim of the research presented in this paper was to develop an experimental – numerical model for predicting the life

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Fig. 1. Gating system nomenclature [22].

Feature Library of Gating System for a Die-Casting Die

This introductory paper is the research content of the paper “Feature Library of Gating System for a Die-Casting Die” published by International Journal on Emerging Technologies. 1. Overview: 2. Abstracts / Introduction Gating system design is a time-consuming process for die-casting experts, requiring significant manual input and iterative design finalization. This process necessitates deep knowledge

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Figure 1: Swaging process

Characterization of Mixed Metals Swaged Heat Sinks for Concentrated Heat Source

This introductory paper is the research content of the paper “Characterization of Mixed Metals Swaged Heat Sinks for Concentrated Heat Source” published by InterPACK’03®. 1. Overview: 2. Abstracts / Introduction AbstractExperimental study investigating thermal performance of four heatsink combinations: all Aluminum, all Copper, Copper baseplate/Aluminum fin, and Aluminum baseplate/Copper fin. Tests in a vertical wind

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Figure 1. a) Photograph of the as-solidified top surface of a sample of AM-HP2 cast in air and b) an optical photomicrograph near the ‘free’ surface of a section through the diameter of the casting shown in (a) and showing a very limited extent of oxidation.

AM-HP2: A New Magnesium High Pressure Diecasting Alloy for Automotive Powertrain Applications

This article introduces the paper “AM-HP2: A New Magnesium High Pressure Diecasting Alloy for Automotive Powertrain Applications” by Mark A. Gibson, Colleen J. Bettles, Morris T. Murray, and Gordon L. Dunlop, published in January 2006. 1. Overview: 2. Research Background: The automotive industry seeks significant weight reduction. Magnesium alloys offer a potential solution, but their

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Fig. 3 Optical images of grain refined alloy samples using Al-5Ti-1B at only one magnification (750 ppm Ti,150 ppm B)

Effect of Addition of Grain Refiner and Modifier on Microstructural and Mechanical Properties of Squeeze Cast A356 Alloy

This article introduces the paper “Effect of Addition of Grain Refiner and Modifier on Microstructural and Mechanical Properties of Squeeze Cast A356 Alloy” presented at the “Transactions of the Indian Institute of Metals” 1. Overview: 2. Research Background: In industries such as automobile, aerospace, and defense, Aluminum-Silicon (Al-Si) alloys, particularly grade A356, are extensively utilized

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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

This article introduces the paper “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:

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