This introduction paper is based on the paper “Metal Casting: Back to Future” published by “Proceedings of the 52nd Indian Foundry Congress, Hyderabad, February 2004”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: Future requirements of castings – thin intricate shape, minimal machining and small order quantity – can be met by going back to the time tested lost
This introduction paper is based on the paper “Novel Method of Improving Squirrel Cage Induction Motor Performance by using Mixed Conductivity Fabricated Rotors (MCFR)” published by “North West University”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: The ideal squirrel cage motor should have a varying rotor resistance; large at standstill, and decreasing as the speed rises. Overseas-designed high
This introduction paper is based on the paper “Metal Casting Dies” published by “Indian Foundry Journal”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: Die-castings are the highest produced engineering components in foundries. These cast products are important components ranging from automotive to playing toys. Die-casting is a versatile process for producing engineered metal parts. The liquid metal or
This introduction paper is based on the paper “Mechanisms of Leaker Formation in Aluminium High Pressure Die Casting” published by “University of Queensland”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: Within this report an understanding of the mechanisms of leaker formation, both in general and in a specific aluminium high pressure die casting, is developed. This understanding is
This introduction paper is based on the paper “Material flow cost accounting for aluminum gravity die casting in electrical products manufacturing” published by “Journal of Business and Industrial Marketing”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: Purpose – This study aims to determine the best way to apply material flow cost accounting (MFCA) in an SME environment with
This introduction paper is based on the paper “Life Cycle Assessment of Magnesium Components in Vehicle Construction” published by “German Aerospace Centre e.V. (DLR) for the International Magnesium Association (IMA)”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: Magnesium has considerable potentials as lightweight material for many applications and offers valuable advantages in transport. Lightweight design is a key
This summary is based on the working paper “LIFE CYCLE ANALYSIS OF CONVENTIONAL MANUFACTURING TECHNIQUES: DIE CASTING” from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: A system-level environmental analysis of die casting based on aggregate national data and representative machine characteristics could be applied to design and manufacturing decisions where environmental impact is
This introduction paper is based on the paper “Joining Technologies for Aluminium Castings—A Review” published by “Coatings”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: Aluminium castings have been widely used in many industries, including automotive, aerospace, telecommunication, construction, consumer products, etc., due to their lightweight, good electric and thermal conductivity, and electromagnetic interference/radio frequency interference (EMI/RFI) shielding properties.
This introduction paper is based on the paper “Investigation of the required clamping force at multidirectional undercut-forging” published by “Production Engineering, German Academic Society for Production Engineering (WGP)”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: A hot forging process allows to produce parts of excellent quality and technical properties. Nevertheless, it is not possible to forge undercut geometries
This introduction paper is based on the paper “Integrated Structural Casting Development with Digital Twin Technology” published by “The 75th World Foundry Congress”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: In the present paper, we introduced the development of integrated structural castings with digital twin technology for the rear structure of high-end E-sports cars. The topological optimisation, casting