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Conceptualization of Mega-Casting Concepts

Fields of Action in Mega-Casting for the Industrialization of Automotive Car Bodies

This introductory paper is the research content of the paper “Fields of Action in Mega-Casting for the Industrialization of Automotive Car Bodies” published by 27. – 29. SEP 2022 | BAD NAUHEIM, GERMANY, Car Body Parts – from development to production. 1. Overview: 2. Abstracts / Introduction The automotive industry is undergoing a transformational process,

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Fig. 1 Illustration of important terms used in the gating-system

A computer-aided system for multi-gate gating-system design for die-casting dies

This article introduces the paper “A computer-aided system for multi-gate gating-system design for die-casting dies” presented at the The International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology 1. Overview: 2. Research Background: The design of gating-systems in die casting is traditionally a complex and time-intensive task heavily reliant on the expertise of die-casting engineers. Current industrial practices

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Tesla’s new integrated die-casting technology simplifies complicatedmanufacturingprocess, shortens production cycle, and reduces manufacturing costs byat least20%

China’s Auto Makers are Revolutionizing Automotive Manufacturing

This article introduces the paper “China’s Auto Makers are Revolutionizing Automotive Manufacturing” published by Horizon Insights Inc in April 2022. Investment Thesis: Revolutionizing Automotive Manufacturing The automotive industry is undergoing a significant transformation with the adoption of new integrated one-piece die casting technology using heat-free alloy casting materials. Here’s a breakdown of the key investment

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Figure 1. Intersection of a die mold of LPDC machine

INDUSTRY 4.0 FOUNDRY DATA MANAGEMENT AND SUPERVISED MACHINE LEARNING IN LOW-PRESSURE DIE CASTING QUALITY IMPROVEMENT

This article introduces the paper ‘INDUSTRY 4.0 FOUNDRY DATA MANAGEMENT AND SUPERVISED MACHINE LEARNING IN LOW-PRESSURE DIE CASTING QUALITY IMPROVEMENT’ published by ‘International Journal of Metalcasting’. 1. Overview: 2. Abstracts or Introduction Low-pressure die casting (LPDC) is essential for producing high-performance aluminum alloy automobile wheel castings, where porosity defects are unacceptable. Maintaining the quality of

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Figure 2.2-13 Ashby maps for comparison of strength and cost of materials

LIGHTWEIGHT DESIGN OF VEHICLE SIDE DOOR

This article introduces the paper [‘LIGHTWEIGHT DESIGN OF VEHICLE SIDE DOOR’] published by [‘POLITECNICO DI TORINO’]. 1. Overview: 2. Abstracts or Introduction The thesis addresses the increasing environmental concerns regarding Green House Gas (GHG) emissions and stringent government regulations on vehicle safety, which necessitate the automotive industry to adopt new technologies for lighter and safer

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Figure 1. Ashby diagrams used for material selection: ferrous metal alloys are represented in green, non-ferrous metal alloys in purple and red, plastics in blue, and composite materials with both plastic and metal matrices in brown and orange. The black lines are the maximum deterioration of parameters [53].

Optimizing Lightweight Material Selection in Automotive Engineering: A Hybrid Methodology Incorporating Ashby’s Method and VIKOR Analysis

This article introduces the paper ‘Optimizing Lightweight Material Selection in Automotive Engineering: A Hybrid Methodology Incorporating Ashby’s Method and VIKOR Analysis’ published by Preprints.org. 1. Overview: 2. Abstracts or Introduction The automotive industry is facing increasing pressure to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. Lightweighting is a key strategy, and material selection plays a crucial role

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Figure 9. Baseline part and demonstration part geometry (reproduced with permission from Reference [279]; copyright © 2024, The Minerals, Metals & Materials Society).

Current Trends in Metallic Materials for Body Panels and Structural Members Used in the Automotive Industry 2024

This article introduces the paper ‘Current Trends in Metallic Materials for Body Panels and Structural Members Used in the Automotive Industry’ published by ‘MDPI’. 1. Overview: 2. Abstracts or Introduction Abstract: The development of lightweight and durable materials for car body panels and load-bearing elements in the automotive industry results from the constant desire to

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Fig. 1.1 Gas porosity where the bubbles have been flattened by the pressure.

Effects of Casting Defects on Mechanical Properties of Aluminum Alloy Die-Casts

This article introduces the paper [‘Effects of Casting Defects on Mechanical Properties of Aluminum Alloy Die-Casts’] published by [‘Saitama University’]. 1. Overview: 2. Abstracts or Introduction Chapter 1 introduces the importance of die-cast alloy and their defects with development of acoustic microscopy technique and non-destructive evaluation and purpose of this thesis. Aluminium alloys are recognized

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Fig. 1. Austro Engine AE 300 diesel aircraft piston engine [7]

Diesel engine for aircraft propulsion system

This article introduces the paper ‘Diesel engine for aircraft propulsion system’ published by ‘Combustion Engines’. 1. Overview: 2. Abstracts Stricter requirements for power in engines and difficulties in fueling gasoline engines at the airport make aircraft engine manufacturers design new engines capable of combusting fuel derived from JET-A1. New materials used in compression-ignition engines enable

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DESIGNING AN INNOVATIVE MODULAR PLATFORM FOR SPORTS CARS USING THE GENERATIVE DESIGN METHOD

DESIGNING AN INNOVATIVE MODULAR PLATFORM FOR SPORTS CARS USING THE GENERATIVE DESIGN METHOD

This article introduces the paper ‘DESIGNING AN INNOVATIVE MODULAR PLATFORM FOR SPORTS CARS USING THE GENERATIVE DESIGN METHOD’ published by ‘Università di Bologna’. 1. Overview: 2. Abstracts Traditional methods, where chassis components are tailored for each vehicle type, lack flexibility and efficiency. The concept of current modular platforms, allows the reuse of components across different

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