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Figure 3: Composite Mg/Al cylinder crankcase

BMW’s Magnesium-Aluminium Composite Crankcase, State-of-the-Art Light Metal Casting and Manufacturing

This article introduces the paper “BMW’s Magnesium-Aluminium Composite Crankcase, State-of-the-Art Light Metal Casting and Manufacturing” presented at the SAE International. 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 is Michael Hoeschl,

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Fig 2: Dominations in Parting Line [3]

Automatic Determination of Parting Line and Number of Cavities in Die Casting Die

This article introduces the paper “AUTOMATIC DETERMINATION OF PARTING LINE AND NUMBER OF CAVITIES IN DIE CASTING DIE” presented at the 10th IRAJ International Conference 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:

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Figure 1. A solid model representation of a part showing features critical to die-casting.

AUTOMATED MANUFACTURABILTY ANALYSIS FOR INJECTION-MOLDED AND DIE-CAST PARTS

This article introduces the paper “automated manufacturability analysis for injection-molded and die-cast parts”. 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 is Daniel A. McAdams and Rahul A. Bidkar’s paper: Based

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FIGURE 1: SCHEMATIC OF A DIE CASTING DIE [1]

An Automated System for Design for Manufacturability Analysis for Die-Casting

This article introduces the paper “An Automated System for Design for Manufacturability Analysis for Die-Casting” presented at the Proceedings of the ASME 2018 International Manufacturing Science and Engineering Conference 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:

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Fig 5a: Shows the 3 main zones (boss) which are mandatory for this part to be considered porosity free

Added Value of Process Modelling in Development of Automotive Die Casting Parts

This article introduces the paper [Added Value of Process Modelling in Development of Automotive Die Casting Parts] presented at the [Japan Die Casting Congress] 1. Overview: 2. Research Background: The automotive industry increasingly demands high-performance castings with superior mechanical properties and structural integrity. While Gravity and Low Pressure Die Casting are traditionally used for such

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Fig. 2. Steps after part solidification for molding external undercuts using slider

Geometrical algorithms for automated design of side actions in injection moulding of complex parts

This article introduces the paper “Geometrical algorithms for automated design of side actions in injection moulding of complex parts” presented at the Computer-Aided Design 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

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Figure 3.5: SEM images on the fracture surface of HPDC processed primary alloy showing: (a) gas pores, and (b) shrinkage pore. (adapted from [79])

Influence of Die Temperature in High Pressure Die Casting of Thin-Walled Components

This article introduces the paper “Influence of Die Temperature in High Pressure Die Casting of Thin-Walled Components” by M. Wessén and L. Näslund: 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

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Figure 1. Organic cores production by the cold-box process: (a) half core box, (b) organic cores.

A COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS ON ORGANIC AND INORGANIC CORE BINDERS FOR A GRAVITY DIECASTING AL ALLOY COMPONENT

This article introduces the paper “A COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS ON ORGANIC AND INORGANIC CORE BINDERS FOR A GRAVITY DIECASTING AL ALLOY COMPONENT” presented at the International Journal of Metalcasting 1. Overview: 2. Research Background: The metal casting industry has witnessed an increasing interest in inorganic binders for core making over the past two decades. This shift

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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 5. Flow characteristics at different velocities of injection: : (a1–a6) 1.0 m/s, (b1–b6) 1.5 m/s

Study on the Influence of Injection Velocity on Hole Defects in Die-Cast Aluminum Alloy

This article introduces the paper “Study on the Influence of Injection Velocity on the Evolution of Hole Defects in Die-Cast Aluminum Alloy” presented at the MDPI 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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