Tag Archives: Microstructure

Figure 4: SEM images illustrating coating failure in two ways: (a) cracked and (b) detached.

Mechanism of Die Soldering During Aluminum Die Casting

The content of this introduction paper is based on the article “Mechanism of die soldering during aluminum die casting” published by “China Foundry”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: Soldering is a unique casting defect associated with die casting or metal mold casting of aluminum alloys. It occurs when molten aluminum sticks or solders the surface of

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Fig. 1 – Exploded view of typical induction motor. The die cast aluminum end ring with cast fan blades is visible on the rotor. The mulitple conductor bars connecting the end rings are contained within the iron laminations.

Materials & Modifications to Die Cast the Copper Conductors of the Induction Motor Rotor

This introductory paper is the research content of the paper “Materials & Modifications to Die Cast the Copper Conductors of the Induction Motor Rotor” published by DIE CASTING ENGINEER. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract Articles on materials appearing in materials issues have generally focused on the common aluminum-, zinc- and magnesium-based die casting alloys. This report

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Fig. 3. Position of the thermographic camera and the die-casting machine

Temperature field and failure analysis of die-casting die

This introductory paper is the research content of the paper “Temperature field and failure analysis of die-casting die” published by International Scientific Journal. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract Dies for aluminium alloys die-casting fail because of a great number of a different and simultaneously operating factors. Some of them may be controlled to some extent by

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Figure 1: Research idea framework for this study. This paper is divided into 3 main parts. In the first part, the size and spatial

Local stress/strain field analysis of die-casting Al alloys via 3D model simulation with realistic defect distribution and RVE modelling

This introductory paper is the research content of the paper “Local stress/strain field analysis of die-casting Al alloys via 3D model simulation with realistic defect distribution and RVE modelling” published by [Publisher is not included in the paper]. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract The deformation and fracture behavior of die-casting aluminium (Al) alloys is very complex.

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Figure 2. Classification of aluminium forming processes used in Audi Q8 BIW structure; adapted from Ref 30.

A NOVEL ALUMINIUM ALLOYS DESIGN STRATEGY FOR LOW USAGE OF CRITICAL RAW MATERIALS AND HIGH CASTING PROCESSIBILITY FOR AUTOMOTIVE APPLICATIONS

This introductory paper is the research content of the paper “A NOVEL ALUMINIUM ALLOYS DESIGN STRATEGY FOR LOW USAGE OF CRITICAL RAW MATERIALS AND HIGH CASTING PROCESSIBILITY FOR AUTOMOTIVE APPLICATIONS” published by International Journal of Metalcasting. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract The fifth critical raw materials (CRMs) list published by the European Commission (EC) in 2023

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Fig. 1. (a) Cu-die used for casting plates and (b) set-up for the casting process with Cu-die, vacuum pump, manometer and needle valve for controlling the applied vacuum.

Increasing the conductivity of aluminium high-pressure die casting alloy AlSi9Cu3Fe (226D) by Sr modification of eutectic and intermetallic phases

This introductory paper is the research content of the paper “Increasing the conductivity of aluminium high-pressure die casting alloy AlSi9Cu3Fe (226D) by Sr modification of eutectic and intermetallic phases” published by Elsevier. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract High-pressure die casting alloys are currently optimized to have an excellent castability and to fulfil the mechanical properties of

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Fig. 3. Photographs of the die cast trial product of a reaction shaft support.

A Feasibility Study of the Partial Squeeze and Vacuum Die Casting Process

This article introduces the paper “A feasibility study of the partial squeeze and vacuum die casting process”. 1. Overview: 2. Research Background: The manufacturing of aluminum alloys is increasingly important due to demands for lightweight materials, improved functionality, higher quality, and environmentally friendly production techniques [1–3]. Die casting offers speed and precision but suffers from

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Figure 4.1 Ultracommuter Chassis design

Design of Lightweight Electric Vehicles

This article introduces the paper ‘Design of Lightweight Electric Vehicles’ submitted to the University of Waikato 1. Overview: 2. Research Background: Background of the Research Topic: The research addresses the increasing importance of lightweight electric vehicles due to the rising cost of petrol and the environmental impact of emissions from petrol-powered vehicles. The design and

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Effects of microstructure and casting defects on the fatigue behavior of the high-pressure die-cast AlSi9Cu3(Fe) alloy

Effects of microstructure and casting defects on the fatigue behavior of the high-pressure die-cast AlSi9Cu3(Fe) alloy

This article introduces the paper [‘Effects of microstructure and casting defects on the fatigue behavior of the high-pressure die-cast AlSi9Cu3(Fe) alloy’] presented at the [‘Procedia Structural Integrity’] 1. Overview: 2. Research Background: Background of the Research Topic: High-pressure die-cast (HPDC) components are increasingly utilized due to their “good flexibility and high productivity”, making them suitable

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Figure 1 Bar permanent casting

PROMISING CASTING ALUMINUM ALLOYS WITHOUT REQUIREMENT FOR HEAT TREATMENT

This introductory paper is the research content of the paper [“‘PROMISING CASTING ALUMINUM ALLOYS WITHOUT REQUIREMENT FOR HEAT TREATMENT'”] published by [‘METAL 2019 Conference Proceedings’]. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract Three kinds of aluminum alloys based on Al-Zn-Mg system and doped with Ca, Ni and Ce were studied. Determination of hot tearing tendency, phase composition and

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