Tag Archives: Magnesium alloys

Figure 3 Thermal chain

3W SFP Interface Development

This introduction paper is based on the paper “3W SFP Interface Development” published by Metropolia University of Applied Sciences. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: The rapid increase in data transfer demands efficient cooling for Small Form-Factor Pluggable (SFP) transceivers, which generate significant heat due to higher energy consumption. This thesis, conducted from February 1 to June

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Fig. 4. (a) FSW tool with different pin geometry (C: Cylindrical; TC: Threaded cylindrical; T: Tapered; TT: Threaded taper; FFS: Four flute square; FFC: Four flute cylindrical)(b) FSW tools with different shoulder geometry

A Critical Review of Friction Stir Welding Process

This introduction paper is based on the paper “A Critical Review of Friction Stir Welding Process” published by “DAAAM International Scientific Book 2015”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: Friction stir welding (FSW) is a permanent type solid state joining process which is increasing rapidly for joining different metal alloys and non-metals in manufacturing industries especially aerospace,

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Figure-2: shows a schematic diagram of Squeeze casting m/c.

Optimisation of Casting parameters of Squeeze cast LM-24 Al-Si Alloy

This introduction paper is based on the paper “Optimisation of Casting parameters of Squeeze cast LM-24 Al-Si Alloy” published by “International Journal of Engineering Research & Technology (IJERT)”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: The conventional die casting employs metal flow with high gate velocity resulting in nonlaminar fluid flow affecting the quality of the cast product.

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Figure 1 Shape and dimensions of specimen (a) smooth specimen, (b) notched specimen (in mm)

NOTCH EFFECT ON FATIGUE STRENGTH OF DIE CAST AM60 MAGNESIUM ALLOY

This introduction paper is based on the paper “NOTCH EFFECT ON FATIGUE STRENGTH OF DIE CAST AM60 MAGNESIUM ALLOY” published by “Asian Pacific Conference for Materials and Mechanics 2009 at Yokohama, Japan, November 13-16”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: This study investigates the notch effect on the fatigue strength of die-cast AM60 magnesium alloy. Four-point bending

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Fig. 1. Principle of friction stir welding (Backer and Bolmsjo, 2014)

A critical review of friction stir welding process

A Comprehensive Guide to FSW: Understanding the Process, Parameters, and Potential for High-Strength Joints This technical brief is based on the academic paper “A Critical Review of Friction Stir Welding Process” by Verma, S. M. & Misra, J.P., published in DAAAM International Scientific Book 2015. It is summarized and analyzed for manufacturing and design professionals

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FIG. 6.1 Portions of tensile stress -strain  curves in metals.1 (a) Elastic behavior. (b) Elastic and plastic behaviors.

Properties of Engineering Materials

A Design Engineer’s Guide to Material Properties: Mastering the Fundamentals for Optimal Performance This technical brief is based on the academic chapter “Chapter 6: Properties of Engineering Materials” by Theodore Gela, D.Eng.Sc., from the MECHANICAL DESIGN HANDBOOK. It is summarized and analyzed for HPDC professionals by the experts at CASTMAN. Keywords Executive Summary The Challenge:

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Figure 2 ñ Supporting Frame with wall thickness up to 0.6mm (project Fohl, Germany)

Properties of Diecasting Alloys and a Comparison of Hot and Cold Chamber Processes for Magnesium Die Casting

Hot vs. Cold Chamber for Magnesium: A Data-Driven Guide to Choosing the Right HPDC Process This technical brief is based on the paper “Properties of Diecasting Alloys and a Comparison of Hot and Cold Chamber Processes for Magnesium Die Casting” by Dr. Ing Norbert Erhard and Bob Tracy of Oskar Frech GmbH + Co. KG.

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Fig. 1. Examples of automotive components made of Mg alloys a) engine block, b) oil pump

Microstructures of Mg-Al-Zn and Al-Si-Cu cast alloys

This introduction paper is based on the paper “Microstructures of Mg-Al-Zn and Al-Si-Cu cast alloys” published by “Journal of Achievements in Materials and Manufacturing Engineering”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: Purpose: The aim of this paper was to investigate the structure of the MCMgAl6Zn1 magnesium and ACAlSi9Cu aluminium cast alloy in as-cast state.Design/methodology/approach: The following results

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Fig. 1. Microstructure of AZ31 magnesium alloys: a) CC as-cast, b) CC after homogenization annealing at 450 °C for 10 hours, c) TRC as-cast, d) TRC after homogenization annealing at 450 °C for 10 hours.

Mechanical Properties of Homogenized Twin-Roll Cast and Conventionally Cast AZ31 Magnesium Alloys

This introduction paper is based on the paper “Mechanical properties of homogenized twin-roll cast and conventionally cast AZ31 magnesium alloys” published by “Materials Engineering – Materiálové inžinierstvo”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: The improvement of mechanical properties of magnesium alloys nowadays is very important, because of the variety of industrial applications. For this goal, the number

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Figure 3.23 Demo-axial sample as a compound casting, a) Steel insert positioned in a squeeze casting mould [58], b) Steel insert (top) and compound casting [58], c) Cross section of the sample [57]

Interface of steel inserts in Al-Si alloy castings

This introduction paper is based on the paper “Interface of steel inserts in Al-Si alloy castings” published by “Dissertation, Technischen Universität Wien, Fakultät für Maschinenwesen und Betriebswissenschaften”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: Aluminium alloys are very important materials because of they low density and excellent mechanical properties. Aluminium silicon casting alloys are essential to the automotive,

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