Tag Archives: Electric vehicles

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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Figure 2. Look-up-tables for basic motor characteristics.

Automotive Lightweight Design: Simulation Modeling of Mass-Related Consumption for Electric Vehicles

This article introduces the paper “Automotive Lightweight Design: Simulation Modeling of Mass-Related Consumption for Electric Vehicles” 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: 8. References: 9. Copyright: This material was summarized based

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Figure 1. Shape specifications of longitudinal carrier and sampling position of tensile sample. Figure 2. Dimensions of tensile specimen. Figure 1. Shape specifications of longitudinal carrier and sampling position of tensile sample.

Effect of Artificial Aging Treatment on the Mechanical Properties and Regulation of Precipitated Phase Particles of High-Pressure Die-Cast Thin-Wall AlSi10MnMg Longitudinal Carrier

This article introduces the paper “Effect of Artificial Aging Treatment on the Mechanical Properties and Regulation of Precipitated Phase Particles of High-Pressure Die-Cast Thin-Wall AlSi10MnMg Longitudinal Carrier” presented at Materials, 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

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Figure 2. (a) 3D rod design; and (b) detail of the placement and example of an aluminium foam core

Aluminium Foam and Magnesium Compound Casting Produced by High-Pressure Die Casting

This article introduces the paper “Aluminium Foam and Magnesium Compound Casting Produced by High-Pressure Die Casting” presented in Metals, MDPI 1. Overview: 2. Research Background: In the automotive and transport industries, reducing vehicle weight is a primary focus to decrease fuel consumption and carbon dioxide emissions. Substituting traditional heavier materials like steel and iron with

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Figure 1. 3D model of the heating unit.

Quality Improvement of Welded Joints of Die-Cast Al Alloys Using Oscillation and Current Modulation of the Electron Beam

This article introduces the paper “The quality improvement of welded joints of die-cast Al alloys using oscillation and current modulation of the electron beam” presented at the 14th International Conference on Electron Beam Technologies (EBT 2022). 1. Overview: 2. Research Background: 3. Research Purpose and Research Questions: 4. Research Methodology 5. Main Research Results: 6.

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Fig. 2. Improved part design

Magnesium Alloys and Applications in Automotive Industry

This article introduces the paper “Magnesium Alloys and Applications in Automotive Industry”. 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 was summarized based on the above paper, and unauthorized use for

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