Tag Archives: Microstructure

Figure 1: Phase diagram zinc – aluminum [1]

Ageing of Zink Alloys

Unlocking Stability and Performance: A Deep Dive into Zinc Alloy Ageing for HPDC Professionals This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Ageing of Zink Alloys” by Lothar H. Kallien and Walter Leis, published in International Foundry Research (2011). Keywords Executive Summary The Challenge: Why This Research Matters for HPDC Professionals For engineers working

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Applications for structural high integrity aluminum die castings

High Integrity Diecasting for Structural Applications

From Defect-Prone to High-Ductility: A Holistic Approach to High Integrity Diecasting for Structural Parts This technical summary is based on the presentation “High Integrity Diecasting for Structural Applications” by Martin Hartlieb of VIAMI INTERNATIONAL INC., delivered at the iMdc meeting, WPI, Worcester, MA on December 12, 2013. Keywords Executive Summary The Challenge: Why This Research

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Figure 2. The LPC vertical DC casting machine.

Low-Pressure Casting Technology Represents Step Change in Producing High Quality Forging Stock

Paper Title From Billet to Breakthrough: Slashing Costs for High-Quality Forging Stock with Low-Pressure Casting This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Low-Pressure Casting Technology Represents Step Change in Producing High Quality Forging Stock” by Ulf Tundal, Knut Omdal Tveito, Sigrun Sofie Berg, Lars Moen, Magne Boge, Arild Håkonsen, and Rune Ledal, published

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Figure 1. SEM micrograph of nano ZrO2 particles.

EFFECT OF NANO ZIRCONIUM OXIDE (ZrO2) PARTICLES ADDITION ON THE MECHANICAL BEHAVIOUR AND TENSILE FRACTOGRAPHY OF COPPER-TIN (Cu-Sn) ALLOY NANO COMPOSITES

Boosting Copper-Tin Alloy Performance: How Nano ZrO2 Reinforcement Unlocks Superior Mechanical Strength This technical summary is based on the academic paper “EFFECT OF NANO ZIRCONIUM OXIDE (ZrO2) PARTICLES ADDITION ON THE MECHANICAL BEHAVIOUR AND TENSILE FRACTOGRAPHY OF COPPER-TIN (Cu-Sn) ALLOY NANO COMPOSITES” by Prasad H. Nayak et al., published in Structural Integrity and Life (2022).

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Fig. 4: Microstructures of permanent mold cast (a) and die-cast (b) Al-Si-Cu-Mg alloys

Low-cycle fatigue behavior of permanent mold cast and die-cast Al-Si-Cu-Mg alloys

Unlocking Longer Component Life: A Deep Dive into Al-Si-Cu-Mg Alloy Fatigue Behavior This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Low-cycle fatigue behavior of permanent mold cast and die-cast Al-Si-Cu-Mg alloys” by Chen Lijia, Wang Di, Che Xin, and Li Feng, published in CHINA FOUNDRY (2012). Keywords Executive Summary The Challenge: Why This Research

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Table 1. Review of some casting processes that can be used for the production of E-parts

From Bauxite as a Critical Material to the Required Properties of Cast Aluminum Alloys for Use in Electro Automotive Parts

From Bauxite to Battery Housings: Optimizing Cast Aluminum Alloys for Modern Electric Vehicle Parts This technical summary is based on the academic paper “From Bauxite as a Critical Material to the Required Properties of Cast Aluminum Alloys for Use in Electro Automotive Parts” by Mile Djurdjevic, Srecko Manasijevic, Marija Mihailović, and Srecko Stopic, published in

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Fig. 1. World foundry production volume with respect to the ferrous and the non-ferrous castings over the years 2000-2019; based on Refs. [22-41]

The Leading Role of Aluminium in the Growing Production of Castings Made of the Non-Ferrous Alloys

The Rise of Aluminum: Why Aluminum Castings are Dominating the Non-Ferrous Market This technical summary is based on the academic paper “The Leading Role of Aluminium in the Growing Production of Castings Made of the Non-Ferrous Alloys” by M.S. Soiński and A. Jakubus, published in ARCHIVES of FOUNDRY ENGINEERING (2021). Keywords Executive Summary The Challenge:

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Figure 1: Schematic of a Tafel plot identifying anodic and cathodic branches, and values for corrosion potential (OCP) and corrosion current density.

Surface Corrosion Response of Al Alloys A383 and Aural 2 with Ce Additions in Aqueous NaCl and Salt-fog Environments

Boost Aluminum Die Casting Performance: How Cerium Additions Conquer Corrosion from Copper Impurities This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Surface Corrosion Response of Al Alloys A383 and Aural 2 with Ce Additions in Aqueous NaCl and Salt-fog Environments” by Michael James Thompson, published as a Master’s Thesis at the University of Tennessee,

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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. 6. Casting system with conductive elements of height equal to half height of cast: a) distribution of electromagnetic force field, b) structure of matrix flow, c) trajectories of representative particles, d) linear reinforcement distribution on inner wall

Model of Casting Process of Composites Reinforced Locally at Inner Wall of Bush in Electromagnetic Field

Precision Reinforcement: A Breakthrough in Electromagnetic Casting for High-Wear Components This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Model of Casting Process of Composites Reinforced Locally at Inner Wall of Bush in Electromagnetic Field” by Sławomir Golak, published in Composites Theory and Practice (2013). Keywords Executive Summary The Challenge: Why This Research Matters for

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