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Fig. 2 Drawing of the test sample and the sample itself for the tensile test

Monitoring of the microstructure and mechanical properties of the magnesium alloy used for steering wheel manufacturing

This introduction paper is based on the paper “Monitoring of the microstructure and mechanical properties of the magnesium alloy used for steering wheel manufacturing” published by “MANUFACTURING TECHNOLOGY”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: The article presents the microstructure and mechanical properties of magnesium steering wheels. These steering wheels are manufactured by high pressure die casting. High-pressure

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FIG. 2 Door and window frames for a German sports car (Photo: Georg Fischer AG). Telai di portiere e finestrini di un’automobile sportiva tedesca (Photo: Georg Fischer AG).

The tool steel producer’s contribution to successful die casting of structural components

This introduction paper is based on the paper “The tool steel producer’s contribution to successful die casting of structural components” published by “AIM / La Metallurgia Italiana”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: Die cast structural components for the automotive industry gain more and more importance as they highly contribute to a weight reduction of cars and

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Fig. 1. The components of intermetallic phases examined using XRD and TEM in the Mg4LaxAl (x ¼ 08, wt.%) alloys fabricated by gravity die casting. The purple dotted lines correspond to the critical Al/La ratio for the formation of certain simplex intermetallic phase, and the dotted gray area corresponds to the Al/La range where only Mg12La phase forms. (For interpretation of the references to color in this figure legend, the reader is referred to the Web version of this article.)

Developing a die casting magnesium alloy with excellent mechanical performance by controlling intermetallic phase

This article introduces the paper “Developing a die casting magnesium alloy with excellent mechanical performance by controlling intermetallic phase”. 1. Overview: 2. Research Background: 3. Research Purpose and Research Questions: 4. Research Methodology: 5. Main Research Results: 6. Conclusion and Discussion: 7. Future Follow-up Research: 8. References: 9. Copyright: This material was summarized based on

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High-pressure die-cast (HPDC) aluminium alloys for automotive applications

High-pressure die-cast (HPDC) aluminium alloys for automotive applications

This article introduces the paper [‘High-pressure die-cast (HPDC) aluminium alloys for automotive applications’] presented at the [‘Advanced materials in automotive engineering’] 1. Overview: 2. Research Background: Background of the Research Topic: The chapter addresses the historical progression of aluminium materials in automotive applications, with a central focus on High-Pressure Die-Cast (HPDC) aluminium alloys. It traces

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Figure 3.3 grain structure of as cast meta ls (A) a pure zinc showing typical combination of columnar grains from the mold wall and equiaxed grains in the center, (B) as cast grain for magnesium can be refined by adding an inoculant (C) during the casting process.

General manufacturing route for medical devices

This article introduces the paper [‘General manufacturing route for medical devices’] presented at the [‘Metallic Biomaterials Processing and Medical Device Manufacturing’] 1. Overview: 2. Research Background: Background of the Research Topic: Manufacturing is fundamental to the secondary industry, transforming raw materials into finished goods. The medical device industry utilizes a wide array of manufacturing processes

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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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