Tag Archives: Review

FIGURE 3: HIGH EFFICIENCY INDUCTION MOTOR IMPROVEMENTS (SOURCE ISR-UC)

Motor System Efficiency Trends

This article introduces the paper [“D 4.1. MOTOR SYSTEM EFFICIENCY TRENDS”] published by [EU-MORE]. 1. Overview: 2. Abstracts or Introduction The paper “D 4.1. MOTOR SYSTEM EFFICIENCY TRENDS” provides an overview of the trends in motor system efficiency, driven by increasing global awareness of energy efficiency and the implementation of Minimum Energy Performance Standards (MEPS).

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Fig. 1. Electromotive force series [1-3].

Corrosion of Magnesium Alloys: A Review

This article introduces the paper [“Corrosion of Magnesium Alloys: A Review”] published by [“International Journal of Multidisciplinary and Current Research”]. 1. Overview: 2. Abstracts or Introduction Magnesium alloys are gaining popularity in aircraft and transportation technologies due to their high strength-to-weight ratio. However, their application is limited by corrosive properties, unlike aluminum alloys. This paper

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Figure-4. Cause and effect diagram undercut cylinder components

Corrective and preventive actions of motor cycle cylinder component leak problem on casting process

This article introduces the paper [“Corrective and preventive actions of motor cycle cylinder component leak problem on casting process”] published by [ARPN Journal of Engineering and Applied Sciences]. 1. Overview: 2. Abstracts or Introduction Defective product in industry is an undesirable quality product deviation in production process. In the casting process of motor cycle cylinder

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Figure 1. Proposed workflow of the optimization for the combination of topology optimization and process assurance. Starting from the initial design space, a TO with a volume target volume Vt and a parallel process simulation. The One-Step Optimization ends after the first iteration. In the iterative optimization, the design space VDS is modified for every new iteration with a step-length of λ on the basis of previous results.

Combining Structural Optimization and Process Assurance in Implicit Modelling for Casting Parts

This article introduces the paper [“Combining Structural Optimization and Process Assurance in Implicit Modelling for Casting Parts”] published by [MDPI Materials]. 1. Overview: 2. Abstracts or Introduction The structural optimization of manufacturable casting parts remains a challenging and time-consuming task. Current methods involve topology optimization followed by manual reconstruction and process assurance simulation, leading to

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Figure 3. Workstation, Injection System and Coupling System and corresponding main components and location: (1) Cable trimming device; (2) Flower device and drive cylinder; (3) Mold closure system and drive cylinder; (4) Transfer and drive cylinder; (5) Mold and frame; (6) Air, water and oil hoses; (7) Coupling system; (8) Zamak container; (9) Zamak ingot; (10) Zamak injection nozzle; (11) Heating set; (12) Frame base; (13) Pump adaptor; (14) Support base; (15) Rotation mechanism; (16) Coupling tuning system; (17) Rotation drive system; (18) Dowel pins

Case-Based Product Development of a High-Pressure Die Casting Injection Subset Using Design Science Research

This article introduces the paper [“Case-Based Product Development of a High-Pressure Die Casting Injection Subset Using Design Science Research”] published by [“Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, Belgrade”]. 1. Overview: 2. Abstracts or Introduction The paper addresses the challenge of wear in components directly linked to hot parts in high-pressure die casting, a widely used process in

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CAE modelling of cast aluminium in automotive structures

CAE Modelling of Cast Aluminium in Automotive Structures

This article introduces the paper “CAE modelling of cast aluminium in automotive structures” published by Linköping University. 1. Overview: 2. Abstracts or Introduction In the automotive industry, the adoption of Computer Aided Engineering (CAE) solutions is increasingly crucial for engineering decision-making, aiming to replace costly iterative prototyping with a streamlined verification and validation process. However,

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Figure 1: Photograph of the produced Brembo brake calliper

New Generation of Brake Callipers to Improve Competitiveness and Energy Savings in Very High Performance Cars

This article introduces the paper “New Generation of Brake Callipers to Improve Competitiveness and Energy Savings in Very High Performance Cars” published by ResearchGate. 1. Overview: 2. Abstracts or Introduction Recent research in materials science and production processes has focused on energy consumption and weight reduction. Light alloys and semi-solid processes are promising for automotive

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Figure. The principle of a low pressure die casting machine.

Analysis of alloying elements and Mechanical properties of T6 treated Aluminium Silicon Alloys

This article introduces the paper [‘Analysis of alloying elements and Mechanical properties of T6 treated Aluminium Silicon Alloys’] published by [‘International Journal of Engineering Research & Technology (IJERT)’]. 1. Overview: 2. Abstracts or Introduction Abstract In last decade there has been a rapid increase in the utilization of aluminium-silicon alloys, particularly in automobile industries due

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Figure 14. Overview of material usage in the PW4000 engine.

ALLOY 718 AT PRATT & WHITNEY-HISTORICAL PERSPECTIVE AND FUTURE CHALLENGES

This article introduces the paper [‘ALLOY 718 AT PRATT & WHITNEY-HISTORICAL PERSPECTIVE AND FUTURE CHALLENGES’] published by [‘TMS (The Minerals, Metals & Materials Society)’]. 1. Overview: 2. Abstracts or Introduction The introduction of Alloy 718 at Pratt & Whitney (P&W) in the early 1960’s marked a significant advancement in gas turbine engine technology. This innovation

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Agile Methods on the Shop Floor

Agile Methods on the Shop Floor: Towards a “Tesla Production System”?

This article introduces the paper [‘Agile Methods on the Shop Floor: Towards a “Tesla Production System”?”‘] published by [‘Weizenbaum Institut’]. 1. Overview: 2. Abstracts or Introduction This discussion paper investigates two questions: To what extend can Tesla be regarded as a digital firm, and do we as a result see elements of a distinct “Tesla

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