Tag Archives: High pressure die casting (HPDC)

Fig. 8. Schematic illustration of spray/blow after part ejection.

A complete computer aided engineering (CAE) modelling and optimization of high pressure die casting (HPDC) process

This paper summary is based on the article “A complete computer aided engineering (CAE) modelling and optimization of high pressure die casting (HPDC) process” presented in the Journal of Manufacturing Processes. 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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Fig 5a: Shows the 3 main zones (boss) which are mandatory for this part to be considered porosity free

Added Value of Process Modelling in Development of Automotive Die Casting Parts

This paper summary is based on the article [Added Value of Process Modelling in Development of Automotive Die Casting Parts] presented at the [Japan Die Casting Congress] 1. Overview: 2. Research Background: The automotive industry increasingly demands high-performance castings with superior mechanical properties and structural integrity. While Gravity and Low Pressure Die Casting are traditionally

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Figure 7. (a) Graphical illustration of a cold-chamber die casting machine. (b) Casting cycle for cold-chamber die casting [14].

Al Alloys and Casting Processes for BEV Induction Motors

Paper Summary:This paper summary is based on the article Al Alloys and Casting Processes for Induction Motor Applications in Battery-Powered Electric Vehicles: A Review presented at the MDPI Metals 1. Overview: 2. Research Background: The increasing environmental concerns and the rapid growth of the battery-powered electric vehicle (BEV) industry have significantly driven research into lightweight

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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 paper summary is based on the article 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

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Figure 3.5: SEM images on the fracture surface of HPDC processed primary alloy showing: (a) gas pores, and (b) shrinkage pore. (adapted from [79])

Influence of Die Temperature in High Pressure Die Casting of Thin-Walled Components

Here is the summary based on the paper “Influence of Die Temperature in High Pressure Die Casting of Thin-Walled Components” by M. Wessén and L. Näslund: Paper Summary: This paper summary is based on the article “Influence of Die Temperature in High Pressure Die Casting of Thin-Walled Components” presented at the NADCA Die Casting Congress

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Figure 8 A casting of the presented case study from Al-Si7Mg, Source: Walter Frank & Sons Ltd., Barnsley, UK

THE DIRECTOOL SOFTWARE – TOOL DESIGN ON FACET GEOMETRIES WITH DECISION SUPPORT

This paper summary is based on the article The DIRECTOOL Software – Tool Design on Facet Geometries with Decision Support presented at the INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON ENGINEERING DESIGN 1. Overview: Title: THE DIRECTOOL SOFTWARE – TOOL DESIGN ON FACET GEOMETRIES WITH DECISION SUPPORTAuthor: Dieter H. Müller, Claus Aumund-Kopp, Robert Weitzel, Axel SelkPublication Year: 2003Publishing Journal/Academic

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Fig. 2. Description of the mould structures with the mould inserts docked

Improvement and Validation of Zamak Die Casting Moulds

This paper summary is based on the article Improvement and validation of Zamak die casting moulds presented at the Procedia Manufacturing 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: [1] C. Rosa, F. J. G.

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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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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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