Tag Archives: Microstructure

Figure 1. Photographs of the die-casting die used for manufacturing mechanical parts after the diecasting operation, showing (a) the die cavity and heat-checking and (b) the core pin.

MATERIAL PROPERTIES OF DIE-CASTING DIE AROUND HEAT-CHECKING CREATED BY A HIGH-PRESSURE ALUMINUM ALLOY DIE-CASTING OPERATION

Unlocking the Secrets of Die-Casting Die Heat-Checking: New Research Reveals Root Causes and Mitigation Clues This technical summary is based on the academic paper “MATERIAL PROPERTIES OF DIE-CASTING DIE AROUND HEAT-CHECKING CREATED BY A HIGH-PRESSURE ALUMINUM ALLOY DIE-CASTING OPERATION” by Mitsuhiro Okayasu and Junya Shimazu, published in International Journal of Metalcasting (2025). It has been

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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 Spiral fluidity test mold

PREDICTION OF FLUIDITY OF CASTING ALUMINUM ALLOYS USING ARTIFICIAL NEURAL NETWORK

Predict­ing Cast­ing Alu­minum Alloy Flu­id­i­ty with AI: A New Mod­el for Defect-Free Production This technical summary is based on the academic paper “PREDICTION OF FLUIDITY OF CASTING ALUMINUM ALLOYS USING ARTIFICIAL NEURAL NETWORK” by Yuan Gao, Hengcheng Liao, Xiaojing Suo, and Qigui Wang, published in Contributed Papers from Materials Science and Technology 2019 (MS&T19) (2019).

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Fig. 41. Tsol - Solidus Temperature (°C) vs. Cu (wt.%) and SiEQ (wt.%)

Fraction solid evolution characteristics of AlSiCu alloys – dynamic baseline approach

Beyond Trial-and-Error: Mastering AlSiCu Alloy Solidification with Dynamic Baseline Analysis This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Fraction solid evolution characteristics of AlSiCu alloys – dynamic baseline approach” by P. Marchwica, J.H. Sokolowski, and W.T. Kierkus, published in the Journal of Achievements in Materials and Manufacturing Engineering (2011). Keywords Executive Summary The Challenge:

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Fig. 3. Frequency Histogram Plots of Bending Strength for Horizontal and Vertical Sampling Method

EFFECT OF VORTEX RUNNER GATING SYSTEM ON THE MECHANICAL STRENGTH OF Al-12Si ALLOY CASTINGS

Boost Al-12Si Casting Strength: The Untapped Potential of Vortex Runner Design This technical summary is based on the academic paper “EFFECT OF VORTEX RUNNER GATING SYSTEM ON THE MECHANICAL STRENGTH OF Al-12Si ALLOY CASTINGS” by R. Ahmad and M.Y. Hashim, published in ARCHIVES OF METALLURGY AND MATERIALS (2011). Keywords Executive Summary The Challenge: Why This

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Fig -2: Drafting of plate

Design and Manufacture a Pressure Die Casting Tool for the manufacturing of the Clutch hub

Optimizing HPDC: A Deep Dive into Pressure Die Casting Tool Design for a Clutch Hub This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Design and Manufacture a Pressure Die Casting Tool for the manufacturing of the Clutch hub” by Mr. Akshay K. Khandagale, published in the Journal Publication of International Research for Engineering and

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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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Figure 1: Porosity lens defects along a shearing plane

Application of LS-DYNA SPH Formulation to Model Semi-Solid Metal Casting

Predicting and Preventing Skin Inclusion in Semi-Solid Casting: An LS-DYNA SPH Approach This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Application of LS-DYNA SPH Formulation to Model Semi-Solid Metal Casting” by F. Pineau and G. D’Amours, published in the 8th European LS-DYNA Users Conference (May 2011). Keywords Executive Summary The Challenge: Why This Research

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Fig. 3.1 (a, c, e) Conventional casting after 0 min, 5 min, and 15 h soaking, (b, d, f) MHD casting after 0 min, 5 min, and 15 h soaking

Semi-solid Processing of Alloys

Beyond Conventional Casting: A Deep Dive into Semi-Solid Metal (SSM) Processing for Superior Alloy Components This technical summary is based on the academic book “Semi-solid Processing of Alloys” by David H. Kirkwood, Michel Suéry, Plato Kapranos, Helen V. Atkinson, and Kenneth P. Young, published by Springer in 2010. Keywords Executive Summary The Challenge: Why This

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Figure 2.1: LM 25 (Al—7Si-0.3Mg) aerospace and automotive thin walled products (efunda, 2009).

THE EFFECTS OF VORTEX GATE DESIGN ON MECHANICAL STRENGTH OF THIN SECTION CASTING OF LM 25 (Al—7Si-0.3Mg) ALUMINUM CASTING ALLOY

Boost Aluminum Casting Strength: A Deep Dive into Vortex Gate Design This technical summary is based on the academic paper “THE EFFECTS OF VORTEX GATE DESIGN ON MECHANICAL STRENGTH OF THIN SECTION CASTING OF LM 25 (A—7Si-0.3Mg) ALUMINUM CASTING ALLOY” by Zaid Ali Subhi, submitted in February 2012 to Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia. It

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