Tag Archives: Quality Control

Fig. 3. SEM image of die-cast AE44 alloy

How Wall Thickness Shapes the Microstructure of AE44 Alloy in HPDC: Unlocking Stronger, More Ductile Components

This technical summary is based on the academic paper “The influence of wall thickness on the microstructure of HPDC AE44 alloy” published by T. Rzychch and A. Ketbus in Archives (2023). It was analyzed and summarized for HPDC experts by CASTMAN experts with the help of LLM AI such as Gemini, ChatGPT, and Grok. Keywords

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Figure 1. The plate casting showing the complete runner system, overflows, and ejection points.

Are Mechanical Properties of HPDC Parts Directional? New Insights for Better Castings

This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Are the Mechanical Properties of High Pressure Die-Castings Directional?” published by Roger Lumley in the 51st AFI & 16th ADCA Conference (2016). It was analyzed and summarized for HPDC experts by CASTMAN experts with the help of LLM AI such as Gemini, ChatGPT, and Grok. Keywords

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Fig. 6. Analyze of the cavities filling with Flow3D software

Reducing Porosity Defects in Aluminum HPDC: Key Causes and Practical Solutions

This technical summary is based on the academic paper “ANALYZE OF THE POSSIBLE CAUSES OF POROSITY TYPE DEFECTS IN ALUMINIUM HIGH PRESSURE DIECAST PARTS” by Ference Peti and Lucian Grama, published by SC CIE Matronca SA, Romania. It was analyzed and summarized for HPDC experts by CASTMAN experts with the help of LLM AI such

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Table 3-1 Solid solubility of elements in aluminum [2]

Beyond Cooling Rates: A Deep Dive into Chemical Composition and Its Impact on Secondary Dendrite Arm Spacing (SDAS) Control

This technical summary is based on the academic dissertation “Impact of casting parameters and chemical composition on the solidification behaviour of Al-Si-Cu hypoeutectic alloy” by Dipl.-Ing. Jelena Pavlovic-Krstic (2010). It has been analyzed and summarized for technical experts by CASTMAN with the assistance of AI. Keywords Executive Summary A 30-second overview for busy professionals. The

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Figure 6. Aluminum spaceframe (Source: Paefgen 1994)

Unlocking Lightweight Automotive Innovation: The Potential of Wrought Magnesium

This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Analysis of the Potential for New Automotive Uses of Wrought Magnesium” published by L. Gaines, R. Cuenca, F. Stodolsky, and S. Wu at the Center for Transportation Research, Argonne National Laboratory (1996). It was analyzed and summarized for automotive engineers by CASTMAN experts with the help

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Figure 1.1: Gravity die mold [3].

Boosting Casting Quality: Why Vertical Gravity Die Casting Outperforms Horizontal Arrangements

This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Analysis of Mechanical Properties and Microstructure of Multiple Die Cavity Products Produced in Vertical and Horizontal Arrangement by Gravity Die Casting” by Ong Chin Yee, published by UTHM, Batu Pahat (2012). It was analyzed and summarized for HPDC experts by CASTMAN experts with the help of

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Fig. 4 – Optical micrographs of copper-coated basalt fiber reinforced composites. (a) 2.5 wt%, (b) 5 wt%, (c) 7.5 wt% and (d) 10 wt% fiber reinforcements.

Unlocking Superior Strength: How Copper-Coated Basalt Fibers Elevate Aluminum Metal Matrix Composites

This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Development And Characterization Of Copper-Coated Basalt Fiber Reinforced Aluminium Alloy Composites” published by S. Ezhil Vannan and S. Paul Vizhian in the International Journal of Engineering Research & Technology (IJERT) (2013). It was analyzed and summarized for HPDC experts by CASTMAN with the support of AI.

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Fig. 1. Schematic of Continuous Rod Casting Machine

4 Key Levers for Casting Process Optimization: Lessons for HPDC from a Copper Alloy Study

This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Effect of water flow rate, casting speed, alloying elements and pull distance on tensile strength, elongation percentage and microstructure of continuous cast copper alloys” published by Bagherian, E-R., Fan, Y., Cooper, M., Frame, B., & Abdolvand, A. in Metallurgical Research and Technology (2016). It was analyzed

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Fig. 1 Example of (a) porosity in the end ring of an Al die cast rotor; and measurement of rotor weight (b) before and (c) after die-casting to estimate the porosity level

Beyond Visuals: A New Method for Aluminum Die-Cast Rotor Testing to Detect Hidden Porosity

This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Quality Assurance Testing for Screening Defective Aluminum Die-cast Rotors of Squirrel Cage Induction Machines” published by Jeong, M., Yun, J., Park, Y., Lee, S.B. and Gyftakis, K. in IEEE (2017). It was analyzed and summarized for HPDC experts by CASTMAN with the support of AI. Keywords

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Fig.1 – (a) The rotating furnace-sonication system; (b) Impeller with nitrogen degassing, (c) Shock tower.

How Rotary Degassing-Ultrasonic Methods Can Slash Porosity in HPDC Products

This technical summary is based on the academic paper “An investigation on effect of rotary degassing-ultrasonic method on high pressure die casting products” published in La Metallurgia Italiana (2022). It was analyzed and summarized for HPDC experts by CASTMAN experts with the help of LLM AI such as Gemini, ChatGPT, and Grok. Keywords Executive Summary

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