Tag Archives: Microstructure

Figure 1. Photograph of the base microstructure of the SSM-ADC12 aluminum alloy formed using GISS casting

The Mechanical Properties of a Transient Liquid Phase Diffusion Bonded SSM-ADC12 Aluminum Alloy with a ZnAl4Cu3 Zinc Alloy Interlayer

This introduction paper is based on the paper “The Mechanical Properties of a Transient Liquid Phase Diffusion Bonded SSM-ADC12 Aluminum Alloy with a ZnAl4Cu3 Zinc Alloy Interlayer” published by “Journal of Manufacturing and Materials Processing (MDPI)”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: In this study, the mechanical properties of SSM-ADC12 aluminum alloy specimens with a ZnAl4Cu3 zinc

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Figure 8. Microstructure (x100) of the ZSA1 (I, II, III) and ZSA2 (IV, V, VI) alloys when casting into nonmetallic and metallic (VII, VIII, IX) forms at the following casting temperatures: I, IV, VII - 450 °C; II, V, VII - 500 ° III, VI, IX - 550oC

THE ROLE OF THERMAL PROCESSES IN THE FORMATION OF GALVANIC ZINC ANODES PROPERTIES

This introduction paper is based on the paper “THE ROLE OF THERMAL PROCESSES IN THE FORMATION OF GALVANIC ZINC ANODES PROPERTIES” 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: The main reasons for the appearance of electrochemical heterogeneity of cast sacrificial galvanic anodic alloys in the “metal-electrolyte” system are internal factors related to the nature of the metal, its

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Figure 2. Microstructure of HF alloy in the center of the casting, thickness 0.4 mm, casting conditions 160°C / 55 m/s

The High Fluidity (HF) Zinc Alloy: Process-Property and Ageing Characteristics

This introduction paper is based on the paper “The High Fluidity (HF) Zinc Alloy: Process-Property and Ageing Characteristics” published by “NADCA 2015 Die Casting Congress & Exposition (North American Die Casting Association)”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: During the years 2005-2014 a new high fluidity zinc die casting alloys was developed with funding from the USA

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Figure 3.19: Effect of the holes on the flow pattern and solidification

Optimization Product Parts in High Pressure Die Casting Process

This introduction paper is based on the paper “OPTIMIZATION PRODUCT PARTS IN HIGH PRESSURE DIE CASTING PROCESS” published by “Mälardalen University Press Licentiate Theses”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: This thesis describes optimization of die temperature in high pressure die-casting (HPDC) of A380 alloy by experimental observation and numerical simulationwith the use of statistical tools.The goal

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Figure 53 : as built Z sample fracture surface magnitude 1,50K,x

Selective laser melting aluminum alloys for automotive component

This introduction paper is based on the paper “Selective laser melting aluminum alloys for automotive component” published by “Politecnico di Torino (Master of Science Thesis)”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: A study on the properties of AlSi10Mg produced by Selective Laser Melting has been carried out both from a mechanical and a morphological point of view.

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Figure 2.2 World aluminum production, adopted from [18].

Influence of Zr, Cr and Sc alloying on the microstructure and mechanical properties of a Al-Mg-Si casting alloy

This introduction paper is based on the paper “Influence of Zr, Cr and Sc alloying on the microstructure and mechanical properties of a Al-Mg-Si casting alloy” published by “Technische Universität Darmstadt”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: In the present work, new Al-Mg-Si-Mn casting alloys with the addition of Sc, Cr and Zr were developed and mechanical

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Fig. 1 – Eutectic solidification region of a cooling curve and its first derivative and related thermal parameters

Influence of Mg and Ti on both eutectic solidification and modifying efficiency in Sr-modified Al-7Si cast alloys

This introduction paper is based on the paper “Influence of Mg and Ti on both eutectic solidification and modifying efficiency in Sr-modified Al-7Si cast alloys” published by “La Metallurgia Italiana”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: Magnesium and titanium are the main alloying elements always present in a commercial A356 alloy, and strontium is commonly added to

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Fig. 3. SKD61 steel salt core mold.

Improving the Mechanical Properties of Salt Core through Reinforcing Fibers

This introduction paper is based on the paper “Improving the Mechanical Properties of Salt Core through Reinforcing Fibers” published by “Journal of Sensor Science and Technology”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: Salt cores have attracted considerable attention for their application to the casting process of electric vehicle parts as a solution to ecological issues. However, the

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High-Temperature Mechanical Properties of NaCl–Na2CO3 Salt-Mixture Removable Cores for Aluminum Die-Casting

High-Temperature Mechanical Properties of NaCl­Na2CO3 Salt-Mixture Removable Cores for Aluminum Die-Casting

This introduction paper is based on the paper “[High-Temperature Mechanical Properties of NaCl-Na2CO3 Salt-Mixture Removable Cores for Aluminum Die-Casting]” published by “[The Japan Institute of Metals and Materials]”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: The NaCl-Na2CO3 salt mixture is proposed as a water-soluble core material for aluminum die-casting processes. The mechanical properties and microstructures of NaCl-Na2CO3 samples

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Fig. 1. Mold for fusible core preparation.

Evaluation of Microstructure and Mechanical Property of a Novel Ceramic Salt Core

This introduction paper is based on the paper “Evaluation of Microstructure and Mechanical Property of a Novel Ceramic Salt Core” published by “Journal of the Korean Foundrymen’s Society”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: This study deals about the development of fusible core with low melting temperature by addition of ceramic particles. A new concept of salt

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