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Figure 3: Effect of Zn content on the yield strength of crossover alloys. Plots in (a) after stabilization (250°C/1 h) [109]; (b) after solutionizing and natural aging for 60 days, where onset of serrated flow is shifted to higher strain levels [114]; (c) engineering stress-strain curves after solution annealing (430°C/10 min) and quenching; (d) engineering stress-strain curves after aging for 24 h at 120°C [117]. (Reprinted from [109,114,117] with permission from Elsevier and Trans Tech Publications, Ltd.)

On the potential of aluminum crossover alloys

This article introduces the paper [‘On the potential of aluminum crossover alloys’] published by [‘Elsevier’]. 1. Overview: 2. Abstracts or Introduction The abstract of the paper states: “For almost a century commercial aluminum alloys were developed and optimized for high performance in a specific and narrow range of application, which commonly coincides with their industrial

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Figure 1. Ashby diagrams used for material selection: ferrous metal alloys are represented in green, non-ferrous metal alloys in purple and red, plastics in blue, and composite materials with both plastic and metal matrices in brown and orange. The black lines are the maximum deterioration of parameters [53].

Optimizing Lightweight Material Selection in Automotive Engineering: A Hybrid Methodology Incorporating Ashby’s Method and VIKOR Analysis

This article introduces the paper ‘Optimizing Lightweight Material Selection in Automotive Engineering: A Hybrid Methodology Incorporating Ashby’s Method and VIKOR Analysis’ published by Preprints.org. 1. Overview: 2. Abstracts or Introduction The automotive industry is facing increasing pressure to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. Lightweighting is a key strategy, and material selection plays a crucial role

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Fig 2.4 Relationship between die temperamre, cycle time and die coohng

COMPUTER AIDED COOLING DESIGN FOR DIE CASTING PROCESS

This article introduces the paper [‘COMPUTER AIDED COOLING DESIGN FOR DIE CASTING PROCESS’] presented at the [‘The Ohio State University’] 1. Overview: 2. Research Background: Background of the Research Topic: Die casting is defined as a “net shape manufacturing process” (Street, 1977) where molten metal is injected into a metallic die under high pressure. However,

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DESIGNING AN INNOVATIVE MODULAR PLATFORM FOR SPORTS CARS USING THE GENERATIVE DESIGN METHOD

DESIGNING AN INNOVATIVE MODULAR PLATFORM FOR SPORTS CARS USING THE GENERATIVE DESIGN METHOD

This article introduces the paper ‘DESIGNING AN INNOVATIVE MODULAR PLATFORM FOR SPORTS CARS USING THE GENERATIVE DESIGN METHOD’ published by ‘Università di Bologna’. 1. Overview: 2. Abstracts Traditional methods, where chassis components are tailored for each vehicle type, lack flexibility and efficiency. The concept of current modular platforms, allows the reuse of components across different

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Fig. 5. Double silica cooling structure with copper meshes (Ref. [186]).

A Review of Air-Cooling Battery Thermal Management Systems for Electric and Hybrid Electric Vehicles

This article introduces the paper “A review of air-cooling battery thermal management systems for electric and hybrid electric vehicles”. 1. Overview: 2. Background: The paper begins by highlighting the increasing concentration of greenhouse gases (GHGs) since the 1900s, primarily due to the combustion of fossil fuels in internal combustion engines (ICEs). Transportation is a significant

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Fig. 5. Schematic of cooling system assembled with different number of heat pipes:(a) is 2 heat pipes, (b) is 3 heat pipes, (c) is 4 heat pipes, and (d) is 6 heat pipes.

A novel automated heat-pipe cooling device for high-power LEDs

This article introduces the paper “A novel automated heat-pipe cooling device for high-power LEDs”. 1. Overview: 2. Research Background: High-power LEDs are increasingly popular in various applications, offering advantages like long lifespan, high reliability, low energy consumption, fast response time, and color variability. However, their efficiency (15-25% power-to-light conversion) is limited, with over 80% of

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Figure 1: Current usage for structural components in the automotive market

The Future of Structural Components in HPDC.

This paper summary is based on the article [‘The Future of Structural Components in HPDC.’] presented at the [‘Bühler AG’] 1. Overview: 2. Abstracts The continuing quest for lighter-weight components in the automotive industry hasseen the emergence of a lucrative new market for die casting: structural components.The demand for these large, complex components, such as

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igure 1. Mark Butterfield, president of Metal Exchange Corporation, speaks at the Aluminum Technology Forum in Detroit, which provided a venue for aluminum companies and OEMs to speak on the use of aluminum in vehicles.

Technology Forum Highlights Aluminum’s Value in Automotive Applications

This paper introduction was written based on the [‘Technology Forum Highlights Aluminum’s Value in Automotive Applications’] published by [‘Light Metal Age’]. 1. Overview: 2. Abstracts The Aluminum Transportation Group (ATG), a sector of the Aluminum Association, convened a technology forum in Detroit, Michigan, on November 2, 2023, focusing on the expanding role of aluminum in

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Figure 90: real component after trimming

Simulation and validation of high-pressure die casting of an electric motor housing for automotive application

This article introduces the paper ‘Simulation and validation of high-pressure die casting of an electric motor housing for automotive application’ presented at the Politecnico di Torino. 1. Overview: 2. Research Background: Background of the Research Topic: The increasing demand for lightweight and complex automotive components, particularly for electric vehicles, has amplified the significance of High-Pressure

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Figure 1. A Tesla Model Y giga-casting. (Source: S. Munro.)

The Impact of Giga-Castings on Car Manufacturing and Aluminum Content

This article introduces the paper [‘The Impact of Giga-Castings on Car Manufacturing and Aluminum Content’] presented at the [‘Light Metal Age’] 1. Overview: 2. Abstracts Numerous studies, especially from Ducker-Carlisle, have shown that aluminum usage in light vehicles has been growing for decades, having surpassed 500 lbs (227 kg) per light vehicle in North America

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