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Advances in metal casting technology: A review of state of the art, challenges and trends—Part I: changing markets, changing products

Advances in Metal Casting Technology: A Review of State of the Art, Challenges and Trends—Part I: Changing Markets, Changing Products

This article introduces the paper [‘Advances in Metal Casting Technology: A Review of State of the Art, Challenges and Trends—Part I: Changing Markets, Changing Products’] presented at the [‘Metals’] 1. Overview: 2. Research Background: Background of the Research Topic: Metal casting is identified as one of the “oldest primary shaping processes known to humanity”. The

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Figure 7. (a) Graphical illustration of a cold-chamber die casting machine. (b) Casting cycle for cold-chamber die casting [14].

Al Alloys and Casting Processes for Induction Motor Applications in Battery-Powered Electric Vehicles: A Review

This article introduces the paper “Al Alloys and Casting Processes for Induction Motor Applications in Battery-Powered Electric Vehicles: A Review” presented at the MDPI Metals 1. Overview: 2. Research Background: The increasing environmental concerns and the rapid growth of the battery-powered electric vehicle (BEV) industry have significantly driven research into lightweight materials. Aluminum (Al) alloys

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Figure 1. MMLV concept vehicle

Aluminum High-Pressure Vacuum Die Casting Applications for the Multi-Material Lightweight Vehicle (MMLV) Body Structure

This article introduces the paper “Aluminum High Pressure Vacuum Die Casting Applications for the Multi Material Lightweight Vehicle Program (MMLV) Body Structure”. 1. Overview: 2. Research Background: This research stemmed from the Multi-Material Lightweight Vehicle (MMLV) project, a collaborative effort initiated in 2012 by Magna International, the U.S. Department of Energy, and Ford Motor Company.

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Figure 11. Backward-curved fan manufactured by sand casting with top-down gating system: (a) front; (b) back.

Casting Simulation-Based Design for Manufacturing Backward-Curved Fan with High Shape

This article introduces the paper “Casting Simulation-Based Design for Manufacturing Backward-Curved Fan with High Shape Difficulty” presented at Metals, MDPI 1. Overview: 2. Research Background: In contemporary engineering, centrifugal fans, particularly backward-curved fans, are critical components in high-performance applications, such as engine cooling systems operating at elevated rotational speeds. Manufacturing these complex geometries often presents

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Figure 7. Water testing results for Fr unmatched (left) vs. Fr matched (right) (a) 0.5 s after pullingplug, (b) 0.74 s (c) 1 s, (d) 1.24 s.

A Novel Approach to Visualize Liquid Aluminum Flow to Advance Casting Science

This paper summary is based on the article “A Novel Approach to Visualize Liquid Aluminum Flow to Advance Casting Science” presented at the “MDPI Materials” 1. Overview: 2. Research Background: Social/Academic Context of the Research Topic:In sand-casting, turbulent filling of molten metal is a well-known precursor to casting defects such as bi-films, porosity, and oxide

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Fig. 1. Handle for X-Ray machine made out of V Process.

Studies on performance and process improvement of implementing novel vacuum process for new age castings

This article introduces the paper “Studies on performance and process improvement of implementing novel vacuum process for new age castings” presented at the Materials Today: Proceedings 1. Overview: 2. Research Background: 3. Research Purpose and Research Questions: 4. Research Methodology: 5. Main Research Results: 6. Conclusion and Discussion: 7. Future Follow-up Research: 8. References: 9.

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Figure 8 A casting of the presented case study from Al-Si7Mg, Source: Walter Frank & Sons Ltd., Barnsley, UK

THE DIRECTOOL SOFTWARE – TOOL DESIGN ON FACET GEOMETRIES WITH DECISION SUPPORT

This article introduces the paper “The DIRECTOOL Software – Tool Design on Facet Geometries with Decision Support” presented at the INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON ENGINEERING DESIGN 1. Overview: Title: THE DIRECTOOL SOFTWARE – TOOL DESIGN ON FACET GEOMETRIES WITH DECISION SUPPORTAuthor: Dieter H. Müller, Claus Aumund-Kopp, Robert Weitzel, Axel SelkPublication Year: 2003Publishing Journal/Academic Society: INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE

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Figure 1. Geometrical model of the variable thickness plate casting with sprue and top riser. Node numbers are marked

Simulation of variable thickness aluminum alloy plate casting

This article introduces the paper “Simulation of variable thickness aluminum alloy plate casting”. 1. Overview: 2. Research Background: 3. Research Purpose and Research Questions: 4. Research Methodology 5. Main Research Results: 6. Conclusion and Discussion: 7. Future Follow-up Research: 8. References: 9. Copyright: This material was summarized based on the above paper, and unauthorized use

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Fig. 1: Actual casting EP20, Fig. 2: Monthly rejection rate of EP 20

A Review on Casting Defect Minimization Through Simulation

This article introduces the paper”A Review on Casting Defect Minimization Through Simulation”. 1. Overview: 2. Research Background: 3. Research Objectives and Research Questions: 4. Research Methodology: 5. Key Research Findings: 6. Conclusion and Discussion: 7. Future Follow-up Research: 8. References: 9. Copyright: *This material is based on the paper by Mahipalsinh G. Jadeja, Manojkumar V.

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Automobile Parts Casting - Methods and Materials Used: A Review

Automobile Parts Casting – Methods and Materials Used: A Review

This paper summary is based on the article Automobile Parts Casting-Methods and Materials Used: A Review presented at the Materials Today: Proceedings, Elsevier 1. Overview: 2. Research Background: In the contemporary automotive industry, a paramount objective for manufacturers is the reduction of vehicle kerb weight while simultaneously enhancing component strength to adhere to stringent safety

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