This article introduces the paper ‘Thermodynamic Design and Experiment on High Conductivity Die-casting Al-Si-Fe Aluminum Alloy for 5G Base Station Heat Sink’ published by ‘Special Casting & Nonferrous Alloys’. 1. Overview: 2. Abstracts or Introduction Abstract: In view of the inversion problem between strength and electrical (thermal) conductivity of die-cast aluminum heat sinks in 5G
This article introduces the paper ‘New Die Casting Alloy with High Ductility in As Cast State for Automotive Structural Components’ published by ‘Journal of the Korea Foundry Society’. 1. Overview: 2. Abstracts or Introduction In the pursuit of mitigating global warming, the automotive industry is persistently challenged to enhance fuel efficiency by reducing vehicle weight.
This article introduces the paper [‘Applications of Magnesium and Its Alloys: A Review’] published by [‘Applied Sciences’]. 1. Overview: 2. Abstracts or Introduction Magnesium is highlighted as a promising material in this review, owing to its unique combination of mechanical and biomedical properties that render it suitable for a broad spectrum of applications. The abstract
This article introduces the paper [‘Magnesium and its alloys applications in automotive industry’] published by [‘Springer-Verlag London Limited’]. 1. Overview: 2. Abstracts or Introduction The objective of this study is to review and evaluate the applications of magnesium in the automotive industry, highlighting its potential to significantly contribute to enhanced fuel economy and environmental conservation.
This article introduces the paper ‘Low Solution Temperature Heat Treatment of AlSi9Cu3(Fe) High-Pressure Die-Casting Actual Automotive Components’ published by ‘Journal of Materials Engineering and Performance’. 1. Overview: 2. Abstracts or Introduction In the realm of high-pressure die-casting (HPDC), a significant limitation arises from the inability to apply high-temperature heat treatments to components due to the
This article introduces the paper [‘Mg Casting Alloys for the Aerospace Challenge’] presented at the [‘JOURNAL OF METALS’] 1. Overview: 2. Research Background: Background of the Research Topic: The utilization of magnesium alloys in aerospace applications has been driven by their inherent advantages, coupled with continuous advancements in alloy development and foundry practices. Initially a
This article introduces the paper [‘The Impact of Increased Recycle Content on Microstructure, Tensile Properties and Hemming Capability in Automotive Al-Mg-Si Alloys’] submitted to the [‘University of Pittsburgh’] 1. Overview: 2. Research Background: Background of the Research Topic: The automotive industry’s trend towards mass aluminization, starting in the mid-to-late 1980s, has led to increased use
This article introduces the paper [‘Thermal Conductivity of AlSi10MnMg Alloy in Relation to Casting Technology and Heat Treatment Method’] presented at the [‘MDPI Materials’] 1. Overview: 2. Research Background: Background of the Research Topic: In contemporary industrial applications, particularly with the burgeoning field of electromobility, there is an escalating demand for cast components that exhibit
This article introduces the paper’Self hardening aluminum alloys for automotive applications’ published by Politecnico di Torino. 1. Overview: 2. Abstracts This PhD thesis has been carried out in collaboration with Teksid Aluminum, an aluminum foundry situated in Carmagnola near Turin. The research focuses on Self-hardening aluminum alloys (Al-Zn-Si-Mg alloys), an innovative class of light aluminum
This article introduces the paper [‘Ultra-large aluminum shape casting: Opportunities and challenges’] presented at the [‘CHINA FOUNDRY’] 1. Overview: 2. Research Background: Background of the Research Topic: The increasing demand for light-weighting in automotive vehicles, especially electric vehicles, has led to a surge in the use of lightweight aluminum shape castings. These castings are crucial
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![Figure 26: Aluminum applications in a car [30].](https://castman.co.kr/wp-content/uploads/image-650-570x342.webp)
![Fig. 3: Six mega aluminum shape castings forming the entire lower body structure for Cadillac Celestiq vehicles [13]](https://castman.co.kr/wp-content/uploads/Six-mega-aluminum-shape-castings-forming-the-entire-lower-body-structure-for-Cadillac-Celestiq-vehicles-570x342.png)