Tag Archives: Magnesium alloys

Fig. 6. EDS analysis of impurities, narrow points the area of analysis

The Influence of Casting Defects on Fatigue Resistance of Elektron 21 Magnesium Alloy

Unlocking Durability: How Heat Treatment and Casting Defects Dictate Magnesium Alloy Fatigue Resistance This technical summary is based on the academic paper “The Influence of Casting Defects on Fatigue Resistance of Elektron 21 Magnesium Alloy” by I. Pikos, A. Kiełbus, and J. Adamiec, published in ARCHIVES of FOUNDRY ENGINEERING (2013). Keywords Executive Summary The Challenge:

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Fig. 1. Phases of LCA [2]

Life cycle assessment as a method of limitation of a negative environment impact of castings

Life Cycle Assessment of Automotive Castings: The Surprising Truth About Aluminum vs. Cast Iron This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Life cycle assessment as a method of limitation of a negative environment impact of castings” by M. Holtzer, A. Bobrowski, and B. Grabowska, published in Archives of Foundry Engineering (2011). KeywordsPrimary Keyword:

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Fig. 5. Mercedes SL Roadster die-cast magnesium door inner [19] (Copyright 2004 by Indian Institute of Metals. Used with permission)

A Review of Magnesium Die-Castings for Closure Applications

Unlocking 50% Mass Reduction: The Case for Magnesium Die Cast Closures in Automotive Lightweighting This technical summary is based on the academic paper “A review of magnesium die-castings for closure applications” by J.P. Weiler, published in Journal of Magnesium and Alloys 7 (2019). Keywords Executive Summary The Challenge: Why This Research Matters for HPDC Professionals

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Fig. 1. Scheme of sampling for chemical, microstructural analysis and testing of mechanical properties (left knuckle)

Comparative Study of Mechanical Properties and Structure of Knuckles Intended for Application in the Running Gear of Automotive

Optimizing Aluminum Casting: A Deep Dive into Mechanical Properties of Automotive Knuckles This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Comparative Study of Mechanical Properties and Structure of Knuckles Intended for Application in the Running Gear of Automotive” by Anna MANEVA, Serguei STANEV, Mihail GEORGUIEV, Lilyana NENOVA, published in International Journal “NDT Days” (2021).

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Research on Lightweight Wheel Hub Design and Its Improvement on Vehicle Fuel Economy

Research on Lightweight Wheel Hub Design and Its Improvement on Vehicle Fuel Economy

Fuel Economy Reimagined: A Deep Dive into Advanced Lightweight Wheel Hub Manufacturing This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Research on Lightweight Wheel Hub Design and Its Improvement on Vehicle Fuel Economy” by Simin Wang, published in International Journal of Frontiers in Engineering Technology (2025). Keywords Executive Summary The Challenge: Why This Research

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Fig.1 Thermal analysis of the temperature profile obtained by the inverse heat transfer model

MICROSTRUCTURE SIMULATION OF HIGH PRESSURE DIE CAST MAGNESIUM ALLOY BASED ON MODIFIED CA METHOD

This introduction paper is based on the paper “MICROSTRUCTURE SIMULATION OF HIGH PRESSURE DIE CAST MAGNESIUM ALLOY BASED ON MODIFIED CA METHOD” published by “ACTA METALLURGICA SINICA”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: As the lightest structural material, magnesium alloy has been widely used in the automotive, aerospace and electronic industries. High pressure die casting (HPDC) process

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Fig. 1 High-pressure die-cast specimens

Metallurgical Assessment of Novel Mg-Sn-La Alloys Produced by High-Pressure Die Casting

This introduction paper is based on the paper “Metallurgical Assessment of Novel Mg-Sn-La Alloys Produced by High-Pressure Die Casting” published by “The Korean Institute of Metals and Materials”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: Mg alloys containing Al are widely used for industrial applications, but the use of these alloys as an automotive part is limited due

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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

Unlocking Performance: A Microstructural Analysis of Lightweight Automotive Alloys This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Microstructures of Mg-Al-Zn and Al-Si-Cu cast alloys” by T. Tański, L.A. Dobrzański, and R. Maniara, published in the Journal of Achievements in Materials and Manufacturing Engineering (2010). Keywords Executive Summary The Challenge: Why This Research Matters for

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Fig. 4. The elongation of AZ91 alloy castings with the home scrap in the charge.

Influence of the Home Scrap Content on the Service Life of Equipment Used in High Pressure Die Casting of AZ91 Alloy

Balancing Cost vs. Wear: The Impact of AZ91 Scrap on HPDC Equipment Life This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Influence of the Home Scrap Content on the Service Life of Equipment Used in High Pressure Die Casting of AZ91 Alloy” by Z. Konopka, M. Łągiewka, A. Zyska, published in ARCHIVES of FOUNDRY

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Fig. 13. 3D surface profile of sample from test group 4

INVESTIGATION OF TRIBOLOGICAL AND MECHANICAL PROPERTIES OF BIODEGRADABLE AZ91 ALLOY PRODUCED BY COLD CHAMBER HIGH PRESSURE CASTING METHOD

Boost Strength and Wear Resistance in AZ91 Die Casting: New Research Reveals Optimal Process Parameters This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Investigation of Tribological and Mechanical Properties of Biodegradable AZ91 Alloy Produced by Cold Chamber High Pressure Casting Method” by Levent Urtekin, Recep Arslan, Fatih Bozkurt, and Ümit Er, published in Archives

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