This introduction paper is based on the paper “The Effect of Microstructural Features, Defects and Surface Quality on the Fatigue Performance in Al-Si-Mg Cast Alloys” published by “Jönköping University, School of Engineering, Dissertation Series No. 084”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: Global warming is driving industry to manufacture lighter components to reduce carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions.
This introduction paper is based on the paper “Inhomogeneous Skin Formation and Its Effect on the Tensile Behavior of a High Pressure Die Cast Recycled Secondary AlSi10MnMg(Fe) Alloy” published by “Metallurgical and Materials Transactions A”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: The current study investigated the microstructure evolution, mechanical properties, and fracture behavior of a high pressure
This introduction paper is based on the paper “Casting Microstructure Inspection Using Computer Vision: Dendrite Spacing in Aluminum Alloys” published by “Metals”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: This paper investigates the determination of secondary dendrite arm spacing (SDAS) using convolutional neural networks (CNNs). The aim was to build a Deep Learning (DL) model for SDAS prediction
This introduction paper is based on the paper “Multi-scale simulation of hybrid light metal structures produced by high pressure die casting” published by “IOP Conference Series: Materials Science and Engineering”. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract: In modern automotive structural components, metal sheets are combined with casting parts to enable a light and mechanical stable structure. In
This article introduces the paper [‘Effects of microstructure and casting defects on the fatigue behavior of the high-pressure die-cast AlSi9Cu3(Fe) alloy’] presented at the [‘Procedia Structural Integrity’] 1. Overview: 2. Research Background: Background of the Research Topic: High-pressure die-cast (HPDC) components are increasingly utilized due to their “good flexibility and high productivity”, making them suitable
This introductory paper is the research content of the paper “Influence of Alumina (Al2O3) and Titanium Diboride (TiB2) nanoparticulates on the microstructure and properties of Al Si9 Cu3 Fe1 alloys for high pressure die casting applications” published by Université Bordeaux I. 1. Overview: 2. Abstract The main objective of the work is to study the
This article introduces the paper “Effect of Addition of Grain Refiner and Modifier on Microstructural and Mechanical Properties of Squeeze Cast A356 Alloy” presented at the “Transactions of the Indian Institute of Metals” 1. Overview: 2. Research Background: In industries such as automobile, aerospace, and defense, Aluminum-Silicon (Al-Si) alloys, particularly grade A356, are extensively utilized
This introductory paper is the research content of the paper [“Effects of Cooling Rate on Solidification Structure and Performance of ADC12 Alloy”] published by [Special Casting & Nonferrous Alloys]. 1. Overview: 2. Abstracts / Introduction Abstract: Effects of cooling rate on solidification structure evolution and mechanical properties of ADC12 aluminum alloy were investigated through directional
This article introduces the paper ‘Advances in Metal Casting Technology: A Review of State of the Art, Challenges and Trends—Part II: Technologies New and Revived’ published by MDPI. 1. Overview: 2. Abstracts or Introduction The present text, as the second part of an editorial for the Special Issue “Advances in Metal Casting Technology,” builds upon
This article introduces the paper ‘A Comprehensive Study of Cooling Rate Effects on Diffusion, Microstructural Evolution, and Characterization of Aluminum Alloys’ published by ‘MDPI’. 1. Overview: 2. Abstracts or Introduction Abstract:”Cooling Rate (CR) definitively influences the microstructure of metallic parts manufactured through various processes. Factors including cooling medium, surface area, thermal conductivity, and temperature control