Tag Archives: Magnesium alloys

Figure 6. Sample images of parts produced by compound (a–c) and hybrid casting (d); (a,b) AlSi7Mg0.3 LPDC subsize front axle carrier frame demonstrator with integrated EN AW-6060 extrusion, general (a) and detail view (b); (c) AlSi9Cu3 HPDC e-motor housing demonstrator with integrated aluminum tubes as cooling channels, cast by ae group AG, Gerstungen, Germany; (d) aerospace secondary structure hybrid bracket combining a CFRP and an aluminum HPDC component [131] (all images by Fraunhofer IFAM).

Advances in Metal Casting Technology: A Review of State of the Art, Challenges and Trends—Part II: Technologies New and Revived

This article introduces the paper [‘Advances in Metal Casting Technology: A Review of State of the Art, Challenges and Trends—Part II: Technologies New and Revived’] presented at the [‘Metals’] 1. Overview: 2. Research Background: Background of the Research Topic: The present text is the second part of an editorial written for a Special Issue entitled

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Figure 1: Change of the mechanical properties of the three magnesium alloys (left) and fatigue strength increase of AS 31 (right) due to Vacural® die casting

Mechanical properties and fatigue behaviour of magnesium alloys for castingsused in e-mobility applications based on different casting processes

M. Schütze1, J. Ganzenmüller2, M. Becker3, C. Mangos1, G. Piazza2, L. Kallien1, E. Beeh21Aalen University; 2German Aerospace Center (DLR), Stuttgart; 3Oskar Frech GmbH + Co. KG, Schorndorf The industrial shift towards e-mobility is an opportunity for the economic production of high pressuredie castings (HPDC) components, such as motor housings, gearboxes and covers. Those parts are

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Fig.1 Die casting specimens

Effects of Trace Variation of Al Content on Microstructure and Properties of HPDC Mg-4Sm-2Al Alloy

This introduction paper is based on the paper “Effects of Trace Variation of Al Content on Microstructure and Properties of HPDC Mg-4Sm-2Al Alloy” published by “Special Casting & Nonferrous Alloys”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: SA42 and Mg-4Sm-2.6Al (SA42.6) alloys were fabricated by HPDC process, and influence of trace Al content on mechanical properties was systematically

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Figure 2. The creep resistance vs. castability and cost (represented by the relative size of a circle that is larger with increasing costs) of reviewed magnesium alloys.

Newly Developed Magnesium Alloys for Powertrain Applications

This introduction paper is based on the paper “Newly Developed Magnesium Alloys for Powertrain Applications” published by “JOM: the journal of the Minerals, Metals & Materials Society”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: Several new magnesium alloys have been developed recently for high-temperature applications to obtain an optimal combination of die castability, creep resistance, mechanical properties, corrosion

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Fig. 2 Drawing of the test sample and the sample itself for the tensile test

Monitoring of the microstructure and mechanical properties of the magnesium alloy used for steering wheel manufacturing

This introduction paper is based on the paper “Monitoring of the microstructure and mechanical properties of the magnesium alloy used for steering wheel manufacturing” published by “MANUFACTURING TECHNOLOGY”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: The article presents the microstructure and mechanical properties of magnesium steering wheels. These steering wheels are manufactured by high pressure die casting. High-pressure

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Fig. 1. The components of intermetallic phases examined using XRD and TEM in the Mg4LaxAl (x ¼ 08, wt.%) alloys fabricated by gravity die casting. The purple dotted lines correspond to the critical Al/La ratio for the formation of certain simplex intermetallic phase, and the dotted gray area corresponds to the Al/La range where only Mg12La phase forms. (For interpretation of the references to color in this figure legend, the reader is referred to the Web version of this article.)

Developing a die casting magnesium alloy with excellent mechanical performance by controlling intermetallic phase

This article introduces the paper “Developing a die casting magnesium alloy with excellent mechanical performance by controlling intermetallic phase”. 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

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High-pressure die-cast (HPDC) aluminium alloys for automotive applications

High-pressure die-cast (HPDC) aluminium alloys for automotive applications

This article introduces the paper [‘High-pressure die-cast (HPDC) aluminium alloys for automotive applications’] presented at the [‘Advanced materials in automotive engineering’] 1. Overview: 2. Research Background: Background of the Research Topic: The chapter addresses the historical progression of aluminium materials in automotive applications, with a central focus on High-Pressure Die-Cast (HPDC) aluminium alloys. It traces

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Fig. 5. (a) Mold lling with three overows attached model, (b) mold lling of part with ve overows.

A Simulation and Fabrication Works on Optimization of High Pressure Aluminum Die Casting Part

The content of this introduction paper is based on the article “A Simulation and Fabrication Works on Optimization of High Pressure Aluminum Die Casting Part” published by “Acta Physica Polonica A”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: High-pressure die casting offers reduced costs due to its small tolerances and smooth surface finish. Casting parts produced are consumed

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Fig.1 The growth trend of magnesium alloy in China’s automobile industry

Application of Automobile Lightweight Alloys and the Development of its Die-Casting Technology

This article introduces the paper “Application of Automobile Lightweight Alloys and the Development of its Die-Casting Technology”. 1. Overview: 2. Research Background: The automotive industry increasingly utilizes lightweight alloy materials due to the development of lightweight vehicles. Auto manufacturers are seeking thinner and stronger materials, presenting a significant challenge to lightweight alloy die-casting technology. Sustainable

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Fig. 1 – Exploded view of typical induction motor. The die cast aluminum end ring with cast fan blades is visible on the rotor. The mulitple conductor bars connecting the end rings are contained within the iron laminations.

Materials & Modifications to Die Cast the Copper Conductors of the Induction Motor Rotor

This introductory paper is the research content of the paper “Materials & Modifications to Die Cast the Copper Conductors of the Induction Motor Rotor” published by DIE CASTING ENGINEER. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract Articles on materials appearing in materials issues have generally focused on the common aluminum-, zinc- and magnesium-based die casting alloys. This report

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