Tag Archives: Review

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

Read More

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

Read More

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

Read More

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

Read More

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

Read More

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

Read More

Figure 2: (a) Creep curves comparing the alloys tested at 150˚C. (b) Minimum strain rate as a function of the applied stress. Die cast AZ91D and AE42 tested at 35 MPa shown for comparison.

Tensile and Compressive Creep Behavior of Magnesium Die Casting Alloys Containing Aluminum

This introduction paper is based on the paper “Tensile and Compressive Creep Behavior of Magnesium Die Casting Alloys Containing Aluminum” published by “Magnesium Alloys and their Applications. Edited by K. U. Kainer. WILEY-VCH Verlag GmbH, Weinheim.”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: This study investigates the creep mechanisms in commercial and experimental magnesium die casting alloys, focusing

Read More

Figure 2. Casting section thickness variations magnesium door inner panel.

The Application of Magnesium Die Casting to Vehicle Closures

This introduction paper is based on the paper “The Application of Magnesium Die Casting to Vehicle Closures” published by “SAE International”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: During the last decade, advances in magnesium die casting technology have enabled the production of large lightweight thin walled die castings that offer new approaches for low investment body construction

Read More

Figure 1. Photograph of the base microstructure of the SSM-ADC12 aluminum alloy formed using GISS casting

The Mechanical Properties of a Transient Liquid Phase Diffusion Bonded SSM-ADC12 Aluminum Alloy with a ZnAl4Cu3 Zinc Alloy Interlayer

This introduction paper is based on the paper “The Mechanical Properties of a Transient Liquid Phase Diffusion Bonded SSM-ADC12 Aluminum Alloy with a ZnAl4Cu3 Zinc Alloy Interlayer” published by “Journal of Manufacturing and Materials Processing (MDPI)”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: In this study, the mechanical properties of SSM-ADC12 aluminum alloy specimens with a ZnAl4Cu3 zinc

Read More

Fig. 3 The LED headlamp cooling system

The Summarize of High Power LED Headlamps Cooling Design ofAutomobile

This introduction paper is based on the paper “The Summarize of High Power LED Headlamps Cooling Design of Automobile” published by “Applied Mechanics and Materials”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: With the luminous flux of high-power white LED has been further improved, LED will gradually replace incandescent lamp and halogen lamp, and become the “fourth generation

Read More