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Fig. 2. The effect of squeeze casting pressure on the impact strength of a composite with a fiber volume fraction of 10%

Impact strength of squeeze casting AlSi13Cu2-CF composite

This introduction paper is based on the paper “Impact strength of squeeze casting AlSi13Cu2-CF composite” published by “ARCHIVES of FOUNDRY ENGINEERING”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: The paper presents the results of research on microstructure and impact strength of AlSi13Cu2 matrix composite reinforced by Ni-coating carbon fibers (CF) with a volume fraction of 5%, 10% and

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Figure 3. Manufacturing process of a silicone rubber mold for making wax cooling channel with microstructures.

Enhancing the Cooling Efficiency of Aluminum-Filled Epoxy Resin Rapid Tool by Changing Inner Surface Roughness of Cooling Channels

This introduction paper is based on the paper “Enhancing the Cooling Efficiency of Aluminum-Filled Epoxy Resin Rapid Tool by Changing Inner Surface Roughness of Cooling Channels” published by “Polymers”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: In low-pressure wax injection molding, cooling time refers to the period during which the molten plastic inside the mold solidifies and cools

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FIG. 2. Partial slurry printing characteristics with different solid contents: (a) 54 wt.%, (b) 56 wt.%, (c) 58 wt.%, (d) 60 wt.%.

Parameter Optimization and Precision Control of Water-Soluble Support Cores for Hollow Composite Castings Fabricated by Slurry Microextrusion Direct Forming Method

This introduction paper is based on the paper “Parameter Optimization and Precision Control of Water-Soluble Support Cores for Hollow Composite Castings Fabricated by Slurry Microextrusion Direct Forming Method” published by “3D Printing and Additive Manufacturing”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: The optimization of slurry content and forming process parameters has a significant effect in slurry micro-extrusion

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Figure 1: a) Parting plane of the metal mold for fluidity test and b) fluidity test casting

DEVELOPMENT OF LOW-Si ALUMINUM CASTING ALLOYS WITH AN IMPROVED THERMAL CONDUCTIVITY

This introduction paper is based on the paper “DEVELOPMENT OF LOW-Si ALUMINUM CASTING ALLOYS WITH AN IMPROVED THERMAL CONDUCTIVITY” published by “Materiali in tehnologije / Materials and technology”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: To develop an aluminum alloy that can combine a high thermal conductivity with a good castability and anodizability, low Si-containing aluminum alloys, Al-(0.5-1.5)Mg-1Fe-0.5Si

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Fig.1. Power Dissipation Map for AZ31 alloy obtained at a strain of 0.4

DEFORMATION BEHAVIOR OF LOW PRESSURE CAST Mg-3Al-1Zn ALLOY DURING HOT COMPRESSION TEST: A STUDY WITH PROCESSING MAPS

This introduction paper is based on the paper “DEFORMATION BEHAVIOR OF LOW PRESSURE CAST Mg-3Al-1Zn ALLOY DURING HOT COMPRESSION TEST: A STUDY WITH PROCESSING MAPS” published by “Conference Paper”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: Low pressure cast Mg-3Al-1Zn (AZ31) alloy was hot compression tested in the temperature and strain rate range of 300 °C to 500

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Fig. 6. Temperature in the core of the insert [°C].

Study of two alternative cooling systems of a mold insert used in die casting process of light alloy components

This introduction paper is based on the paper “Study of two alternative cooling systems of a mold insert used in die casting process of light alloy components” published by “Procedia Structural Integrity”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: A mold insert is an important component of the molds commonly used in die casting processes. Its purpose is

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Figure 1. (A) Digital image of the waterjet cut HPDC A365 substrate/base material as reference specimens that therefore did not undergo cold gas dynamic spray (CGDS) processing. (B) Digital photo of the thinly coated and Cu CGDS processed A365 HPDC substrate specimens. (C,D) Digital images are similar to (B), where Ni and Ti were utilized as feedstock, respectively. For reference, the thickness of the base material (see (C) with the properly oriented specimen labeled “30”) was 2.5 mm before CGDS processing or postprocessing after that. Solution treatments we

Subsurface Microstructural Evolution of High-Pressure Diecast A365: From Cast to Cold-Sprayed and Heat-Treated Conditions

This introduction paper is based on the paper “Subsurface Microstructural Evolution of High-Pressure Diecast A365: From Cast to Cold-Sprayed and Heat-Treated Conditions” published by “Metals”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: The use of cold spray deposition, coupled with diffusion-driven thermal postprocessing, is considered herein as a surface modification process such that near-surface microstructural, micromechanical, and microchemical

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Figure 2: A flow diagram of the heat treatment process of MARAGING steels 2

SURFACE MODIFICATIONS OF MARAGING STEELS USED IN THE MANUFACTURE OF MOULDS AND DIES

This introduction paper is based on the paper “SURFACE MODIFICATIONS OF MARAGING STEELS USED IN THE MANUFACTURE OF MOULDS AND DIES” published by “Materiali in tehnologije / Materials and technology”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: Low-carbon, high-alloy, precipitation hardening MARAGING steels have been developed in the early sixties of the last century as a high strength

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Figure 1. Optical Micrograph (a)3% SiC in AZ91(b)6% SiC in AZ91(c)9% SiC in AZ91(d)12% SiC in AZ91

Synthesis and Characterization of SiC p Reinforced Magnesium Alloy Based Metal Matrix Composite Through Vacuum Assisted Stir Casting Process

This introduction paper is based on the paper “Synthesis and Characterization of SiC p Reinforced Magnesium Alloy Based Metal Matrix Composite Through Vacuum Assisted Stir Casting Process” published by “International Journal of Applied Engineering Research”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: Development of light weight material is one of the challenging task for all the engineers and

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Figure 5: Accelerated test results on H-13 at 270 degree C oil after 15 minutes tested (a) and at 700 degree C molten salt after 2 minutes ultrasonic vibration (b) with the TiN coating Coating; SEM morphologies at 700 degree C molten salt (c and d).

The coating failure of coated core pin for die casting process

This introduction paper is based on the paper “The coating failure of coated core pin for die casting process” published by “NADCA Transactions”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: Soldering of core pins is one of the issues limiting the productivity of aluminum castings using high pressure die casting process. Ceramic coating is usually applied on the

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