A Breakthrough in Shotblast Resistant Laser Marking: Achieving Indestructible Traceability for Die Cast Parts This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Inline Integration of Shotblast Resistant Laser Marking in a Die Cast Cell” by J. Landry¹, J. Maltais¹, J-M. Deschênes¹, M. Petro², X. Godmaire¹, A. Fraser¹, published in NADCA (2018). Keywords Executive Summary
Beyond Repair: How Direct Laser Deposition (DLD) Optimizes Shot Sleeves for High-Pressure Die Casting This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Optimization of Direct Laser Deposition Process for Shot Sleeves Used in Aluminium Diecasting” by Bibin Babu and M. Muthukumaran, published in the International Journal of Latest Technology in Engineering, Management & Applied
Optimizing Complex Castings: A Gating System Simulation Deep Dive for Aluminum Valve Bodies This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Simulation and Casting Process of Aluminum Alloy Multi-Way Valve Body with Various Gating Systems” by Li Rong, Chen Lunjun, Su Ming, Zeng Qi, Liu Yong, and Wang Heng, published in ARCHIVES of FOUNDRY
Unlocking a Tenfold Improvement in Aluminum Casting Microstructure with Laser Surface Remelting This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Cellular Automaton Finite Element Method Applied for Microstructure Prediction of Aluminium Casting Treated by Laser Beam” by J. Hajkowski, P. Popielarski, Z. Ignaszak, published in ARCHIVES of FOUNDRY ENGINEERING (2019). Keywords Executive Summary The
Unlocking Flawless Finishes: A Deep Dive into the Science of Electroplating on Zinc Die Casting This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Special Aspects of Electrodeposition on Zinc Die Castings” by Valeriia Reveko and Per Møller, published in NASF SURFACE TECHNOLOGY WHITE PAPERS (2018). It has been analyzed and summarized for technical experts
Beyond 2D X-Rays: Revolutionizing Aluminium Casting Quality with 3D Casting Inspection This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Establishment of Acceptance Criteria for Tomography Inspection of Aluminium Alloy Castings” by Abdel Rahman DAKAK, Pr. Valérie KAFTANDJIAN, Dr. Philippe DUVAUCHELLE, and Mr. Patrick BOUVET, published in International Symposium on Digital Industrial Radiology and Computed
Optimizing Forging Temperatures for Cast Aluminium-Copper Alloys: A Guide to Improving Deformability This technical summary is based on the academic paper “INVESTIGATION OF THE DEFORMABILITY OF ALUMINIUM-COPPER CASTING ALLOYS” by Grzegorz Winiarski, Anna Dziubińska, Krzysztof Majerski, Michał Szucki, and Krzysztof Drozdowski, published in Advances in Science and Technology Research Journal (2018). It has been analyzed
Unlocking Peak Performance in Cast Aluminum: How Friction Stir Processing Tool Design Eliminates Defects and Boosts Ductility This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Friction stir processing in multiple passes of cast aluminum alloy EN AW 5083 (AlMg4.5Mn0.7)” by L.-N. Boțilǎ, R. Cojocaru, V. Verbiţchi, C. Ciucă, published in WELDING & MATERIAL TESTING
Unlocking Superior Aluminum Castings: How Advanced Grain Refining Slashes Defects and Boosts Mechanical Strength This technical summary is based on the academic paper “THEORY AND PRACTICE OF GRAIN REFINING FOR ALUMINIUM ALLOYS – UTILIZING COVERAL MTS 1582” by Brian Began, Foseco USA & Pascaline Careil, Foseco Europe, published in Foundry Practice No. 268. Keywords Executive
Enhancing Al-Cu-Si Alloy Performance: How Copper and Silicon Additions Boost Strength and Machinability This technical summary is based on the academic paper “Analysis of the Microstructure, Properties and Machinability of Al-Cu-Si Alloys” by J. Kozana, M. Piękoś, M. Maj, A. Garbacz-Klempka*, P.L. Żak, published in ARCHIVES of FOUNDRY ENGINEERING (2020). Keywords Executive Summary The Challenge:
