Optimizing LPDC Quality: How ProCAST Simulation Validates a New Standard for Test Bar Dies This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Design and Verification of a New Test Bar Die for LPDC Process Based on Numerical Simulation” by Yang Zhao, Bingrong Zhang, and Xinping Hu, published in the International Journal of Mechanical Engineering
Boosting HPDC Performance: New Grain Refiner Increases Al-Si-Cu Alloy Strength by Over 12% This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Effect of novel grain refiner and Ni alloying additions on microstructure and mechanical properties of Al-Si9.8-Cu3.4 HPDC castings – optimization using Multi Criteria Decision making approach” by K. Ch Apparao et al., published
![Fig. 1: Two-parameter Weibull plot for fatigue life of a Sr-modified A356 casting alloy sorted by type of crack origin (pore, oxides, or slip bands) observed on fracture [1, 13]](https://castman.co.kr/wp-content/uploads/image-3359-589x380.webp)
The Secrets to Flawless Castings: A Guide to Molten Metal Control for High Integrity Lightweight Castings This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Best practices for making high integrity lightweight metal castings – molten metal composition and cleanliness control” by Qigui Wang, published in CHINA FOUNDRY (2014). Keywords Executive Summary The Challenge: Why
This technical summary is based on the academic paper “The Influence of Returnable Material on Internal Homogeneity of the High-Pressure Die-Cast AlSi9Cu3(Fe) Alloy” by Marek Matejka, Dana Bolibruchová, and Radka Podprocká, published in Metals (2021). Keywords Executive Summary The Challenge: Why This Research Matters for HPDC Professionals In the competitive world of high-pressure die casting,
Unlock Higher Strength in ADC12 Castings: How Cooling Rate Control Replaces T6 Treatment This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Effect of Cooling Rate on the Precipitation Characteristics of Cast Al-Si-Cu Alloy” by M. Okayasu, N. Sahara, and M. Touda, published in ARCHIVES of FOUNDRY ENGINEERING (2021). Keywords Executive Summary The Challenge: Why
From Foundry 1.0 to 4.0: The 20-Year Roadmap to Zero-Defect Manufacturing in HPDC This technical summary is based on the academic paper “20 YEARS OF RESEARCH PROJECTS TARGETED TO ZERO DEFECT MANUFACTURING IN DIECASTING” by Franco Bonollo, Nicola Gramegna, and Lars Arnberg, published in The 73rd World Foundry Congress (2018). Keywords Executive Summary The Challenge:
![Fig. 3. Casts of an previous gasoline engine piston with diameter Ø 90 mm; a) after lowering the permanent mould casting machine; b) simply flat piston crown [7]](https://castman.co.kr/wp-content/uploads/image-3268-426x380.webp)
From Manual Pouring to Robotic Precision: 50 Years of Piston Casting Technology Evolution This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Casting of Combustion Engine Pistons Before and Now on the Example of FM Gorzyce” by M. Czerepak and J. Piątkowski, published in ARCHIVES of FOUNDRY ENGINEERING (2023). Keywords Executive Summary The Challenge: Why
Optimizing Engine Cylinder Head Die-Casting with Genetic Algorithms This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Design of Die-Casting Die for Engine Cylinder Head Based on 3D Printing and Genetic Algorithm” by Wei Zhao, Chao He, Rana Gill, Malik Jawarneh, and Mohammad Shabaz, published in Computer-Aided Design & Applications (2023). It has been analyzed
Unlocking Superior Hardness in Aluminum Alloys: A Breakthrough in Hybrid AMMC Reinforcement This technical summary is based on the academic paper “DEVELOPMENT AND TESTING THE PROPERTIES OF HYBRID COMPOSITE USING ALUMINIUM 6061 WITH TiC AND GRAPHENE” by Nishanth Pasupathy, published by the University of Windsor (2021). Keywords Executive Summary The Challenge: Why This Research Matters
Global Casting Trends: Analyzing a 15-Year Shift Towards Aluminum & Lightweighting This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Trends in the Production of Castings in the World and in Poland in the XXI Century” by M.S. Soiński, P. Kordas, and K. Skurka, published in Archives of Foundry Engineering (2016). Keywords Executive Summary The
