Tag Archives: Microstructure

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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Figure 2 Casting process with the AAM-UHPC dies

Ultra-high performance alkali-activated slag as a re-usable mold for light metal casting

Reusable Molds for Die Casting: A Breakthrough with Alkali-Activated Concrete This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Ultra-high performance alkali-activated slag as a re-usable mold for light metal casting” by Janna Link, Alexander Wetzel, Sebastian Müller, and Bernhard Middendorf, published in ce/papers (2023). Keywords Executive Summary The Challenge: Why This Research Matters for

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Fig. 4. Rotor squirrel cages after casting with the casting grid

Analysis of the quality of squirrel cages rotor machined at Electroprecizia Electrical Motors

Eliminating Voids and Pores: A Deep Dive into Rotor Casting Quality for High-Efficiency Motors This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Analysis of the quality of squirrel cages rotor machined at Electroprecizia Electrical Motors” by Ioan MILOSAN, Gheorghe OANCEA, Adrian MIJA, and Bela VARGA, published in RECENT J. (2022). Keywords Primary Keyword: Rotor

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Fig. 4. Graphical effect of the simulated deformation

Numerical Analysis of the Influence of the Rolling Speed on the Cold Rolling under Specific Thermal Condition of the AA 5052-0 Aluminum Alloy

Optimizing AA 5052-O Cold Rolling: How Rolling Speed Impacts Stress, Deformation, and Energy This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Numerical Analysis of the Influence of the Rolling Speed on the Cold Rolling under Specific Thermal Condition of the AA 5052-0 Aluminum Alloy” by Sami Ali Nawi et al., published in Journal of

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Fig.1 Integrated die-casting rear floor by automotive manufacturers

Status and Development of Integrated Die-casting Technology

Unlocking the Future of Automotive Manufacturing: A Deep Dive into Integrated Die Casting Technology This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Status and Development of Integrated Die-casting Technology” by DAN Zhaoxue, LIN Yun, WAN Li, and YAN Feng, published in Special Casting & Nonferrous Alloys (2024). Keywords Executive Summary The Challenge: Why This

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Fig. 4. Comparison between the experimental failures and the Heywood model results.

Fatigue Resistance of Brake System Components Made of Aluminium Alloy

Boosting Aluminum Brake Caliper Fatigue Life: A Deep Dive into Microstructure vs. Geometry This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Fatigue Resistance of Brake System Components Made of Aluminium Alloy” by Sergio Baragetti, Andrea Gavazzi, and Paolo Masiello, published in the International Journal of Engineering Research and Applications (2013). Keywords Primary Keyword: Aluminum

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Figure 2. Casting and rheocasting application samples.

Comparison of Microstructure, Density and Shrinkage Porosity for Casting and Rheocasting of AlSi7Mg alloy

Rheocasting AlSi7Mg: A Breakthrough in Porosity Reduction and Microstructure Control This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Comparison of Microstructure, Density and Shrinkage Porosity for Casting and Rheocasting of AlSi7Mg alloy” by Kawan Abdulrahman et al., posted on Research Square (July 2023). It has been analyzed and summarized for technical experts by CASTMAN.

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Fig. 1. The hydraulic press.

Study on the Effect of Casting Pressure on the Wear Resistance of Al-Si Alloy Prepared by Squeeze Casting

Boosting Al-Si Alloy Performance: How Squeeze Casting Pressure Unlocks Superior Wear Resistance This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Study on the Effect of Casting Pressure on the Wear Resistance of Al-Si Alloy Prepared by Squeeze Casting” by Muna Khedier Abbass and Osama Sultan Muhammed, published in JKAU: Eng. Sci. (2012). It has

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