Beyond the Spec Sheet: Using Density Index to Predict Piston Casting Defects in Al-Si Alloys This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Evaluation of the Technological Properties of the Al-Si Eutectic Alloy Based on Density Index Test” by M. Starczewski, A.J. Dolata, and M. Dyzia, published in ARCHIVES of FOUNDRY ENGINEERING (2025). Keywords
Achieving First-Time-Right Castings: A Deep Dive into Multiphysics Casting Process Simulation This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Multiphysics CAE Simulations of Casting Process for the First Time Right Product Development” by Mir Mehdi Hussain, Ramanathan SV, and Raj C Thiagarajan, published in the Proceedings of the 2015 COMSOL Conference in Pune. It
The Hidden Cost of Melt Holding: Unpacking the Effects of Cyclic Thermal Exposure on AlSi8Cu2Fe Alloy This technical summary is based on the academic paper “The Influence of Thermal History on the Microstructure and Mechanical Properties of AlSi8Cu2Fe Alloy” by Jan Šerák, Dalibor Vojtěch, and Cyril Šimon, published in Manufacturing Technology (2020). Keywords Executive Summary
Boosting Wear Resistance in Al-Si Alloys: A Breakthrough with V2O5 Particles in In-Situ Composites This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Tribological Behaviour of Cast In-situ Al-Al2O3 Composite Developed by Stir Casting Using V2O5 Particles” by Amneesh Singla, Rajnish Garg, and Yashvir Singh, published in the Journal of the Chinese Society of Mechanical
The Rise of Automotive Aluminum Casting: A Technical Review of Lightweighting Trends and Wheel Rim Innovations This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Application of Aluminum and ITS Alloys in the Automotive Industry With Special Emphasis PN Wheel Rims” by Dragan Adamović, Tomislav Vujinović, Fatima Živić, Jelena Živković, and Marko Topalović, published in
Unlocking Superior Strength: A Deep Dive into AlSi7Mg0.3 Heat Treatment with Zr and Ti Additives This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Heat Treatment of AlSi7Mg0.3 Aluminium Alloys with Increased Zirconium and Titanium Content” by E. Kantoríková, M. Kuriš, R. Pastirčák, published in ARCHIVES of FOUNDRY ENGINEERING (2021). Keywords Executive Summary The Challenge:
Boost Strength and Wear Resistance in AZ91 Die Casting: New Research Reveals Optimal Process Parameters This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Investigation of Tribological and Mechanical Properties of Biodegradable AZ91 Alloy Produced by Cold Chamber High Pressure Casting Method” by Levent Urtekin, Recep Arslan, Fatih Bozkurt, and Ümit Er, published in Archives
From Simulation to Reality: A Validated Model for Predicting Mechanical Properties in A356 Aluminum Castings This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Development of a model for the prediction of mechanical properties for Al-Si-Mg castings” by C. Ransenigo, M. Tocci, C. Viscardi, M. Serafini, A. Pola, published in La Metallurgia Italiana (2022). Keywords
Preventing Catastrophic Mold Failure: The Power of High Hardenability Mold Steel in HPDC This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Development and Applications of High Hardenability Special Quality Die Casting Mold Steels” by K. Namiki, N. Yokoi, A. Sekiya, and T. Yanagisawa, published in NADCA DIE CASTING CONGRESS & TABLETOP (2013). It has
Unlocking New Potential in Thin-Walled Gray Cast Iron Casting: A Proven Method to Boost Fluidity and Extend Service Life by 30% This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Development of Technology for Obtaining Thin-Walled Details from Gray Cast Iron in Sand-Clay Moulds” by Jamshidbek Khasanov et al., published in the International Journal of