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36 articles for “Metal Casting”
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A Comparative Study of Ceramic Foam Filtration Methods in Metal Casting
Abstract: Ceramic foam filtration has emerged as a revolutionary technology in the metal casting industry, significantly enhancing the quality of cast products by effectively removing inclusions and impurities from molten metal. This study provides a comprehensive examination of the mechanisms underlying ceramic foam filtration, focusing on the interactions between the molten metal and the ceramic filter material. Various types of ceramic foams, including alumina, zirconia, and silicon carbide, are analyzed for …
Published in International Journal of Analytical and Applied Chemistry · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 21–27 Read article
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Safety Precautions and Current Scenario: A Perspective Approach for Indian Foundrymen
Abstract: Metal Casting is the primary manufacturing process handled by foundrymen. Molding, melting, Liquid metal pouring and fettling are the main jobs to perform. Generally, the temperature of the molten metal handled by the workers for nonferrous industry varies from 800–12000C and for ferrous it varies from 1600–20000C. So, safety precautions need extensive care to perform such operations for ferrous and nonferrous both type of foundry need. Few fields visit were …
Published in International Journal of Environmental Chemistry · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 116–129 Read article
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METALLURGY OF INVESTMENT CASTING TECHNOLOGY
Abstract: Investment casting is the most widely used process for several centuries, known as ‘lost wax casting’ or ‘precision casting’. This process is known to produce complex castings with good surface finish and dimensional accuracy. Poor quality of castings is always marked by inadequate surface finish, hardness and excessive shrinkage of the wax pattern. This review paper discusses on the history of investment casting technology, its processing techniques and parameters, casting …
Published in International Journal of Metallurgy and Alloys · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 1–14 Read article
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Microstructural and Hardness Study of A390/20wt.% SiC Functionally Graded Metal Matrix Composite
Abstract: Functionally graded materials are the upcoming new class of advanced materials, which exhibit gradual change in the microstructure and the composition in a definite direction, and hence variation in functional performance within a part. Functionally graded metal matrix composites (FGMMC) are FGM with metal and ceramic constituents. Aluminum-Silicon alloys are well-known for their unique combination of desirable characteristics, which includes excellent castability and less density combined with good mechanical properties. …
Published in International Journal of Manufacturing and Materials Processing · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 52–58 Read article
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A Study on Stress Analysis of Aluminum Alloy Solidified in Metallic Molds
Abstract: Abstract The casting technique is regarded as the primary manufacturing process. It has several process parameters that affect the cast structure. Mold geometry is considered one of the most important metal parameters to cast. In the current work, the influence of mold geometries on mechanical properties (deformation and stress concentration) of liquid Aluminum alloy solidified in the steel mold is assessed using ANSYS simulation software. Molds were subject to a …
Published in International Journal of Manufacturing and Materials Processing · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 10–15 Read article
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Experimental Study on Effects of Moisture and Clay Content on the Properties of Moulding Sand
Abstract: Sand casting, a time- honoured technique for casting both ferrous and nonferrous metals, remains widely utilized due to its cost-effectiveness, material abundance, and reusability, particularly with sand as a primary resource. This study delves into the intricate dynamics of sand casting, examining its crucial parameters through meticulous analysis of existing research. The investigation focuses on the influence of factors such as sand composition, moisture levels, clay content, and binder type …
Published in International Journal of Structural Mechanics and Finite Elements · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 16–25 Read article
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Essential of bearing in materials engineering
Abstract: Essentials of bearing have been to maintain lubricant film to prevent metal to metal contact and hence local welding of two surfaces. Tribological and mechanical properties have improved by powder metallurgy route of bearing fabrications. Alloyed non-ferrous plane bearings have better friction coefficients than pure metals. Betterment has appeared in babbit/ bronze particulate reinforced composites. Ni addition has improved performances of graphite-lead free tin bronze composite layers on surface of …
Published in International Journal of Metallurgy and Alloys · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 1–17 Read article
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Analysis of Tensile Strength Properties for FG260 Welded Cast Iron: A Review
Abstract: Gray cast iron is the most common cast iron and it can be effectively welded if cooling rates controlled during welding and after welding. Poor weldability of gray cast iron is due to the presence of much more carbon that is the found in flake or spherical form and silicon than other ferrous metal which results in cast iron is less ductile hence weld is subjected to more metallurgical complications …
Published in International Journal of Manufacturing and Materials Processing · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 23–28 Read article
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OPTIMIZATION OF EDM PARAMETERS USING PARTICLE SWARM OPTIMIZATION ALGORITHM
Abstract: Aluminium metal matrix composites are increasing the applications such as automobile industries, aerospace industries ,marine as well as construction. The use of nonconventional machining techniques in shaping aluminum metal matrix composites has generated extensive interest as the manufacturing of complicated contours such as dies. Electrical discharge machining (EDM) tends to be a promising technique for machining metal matrix composites. Hybrid Al6061 composite reinforced with 10% SiC and 4% Graphite particles …
Published in International Journal of Composite and Constituent Materials · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 1–9 Read article
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An Overview on Metal Processing using Machine Learning
Abstract: Metalworking, which is an important part of modern industry, includes a wide range of steps, such as shaping and casting the metal, machining it, and riveting it. The industry has always relied on trial and error and other empirical methods, but machine learning (ML) is now causing a big change. It is expected that this change will lead to higher production, better product quality, and better use of resources. The …
Published in International Journal of Manufacturing and Materials Processing · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 43–53 Read article
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IMAGING OF A FAR SURFACE OBJECT WITH HORIZONTAL LOOP ELECTROMAGNETIC INSTRUMENT
Abstract: An electromagnetic imaging instrument with variable voltage and frequency was designed and constructed to image a far surface metallic object. The methodology involved the transmitted voltage of 250V to the transmitter core with frequency of 300Hz. The liquid crystal display (LCD) module was used to display the computed voltage values after being processed by the microcontroller unit. The constructed instrument took measurement at horizontal profiling to 30m along the surface …
Published in International Journal of Environmental Chemistry · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 4–9 Read article
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Weldability of Ferrous Metals
Abstract: The weldability of various steels and cast iron were reviewed. Weldability of steel/cast iron refers to the maximum hardness of the HAZ and cold cracking susceptibility of welds. Many researches on weldability of ferrous metals were discussed; research on weldability of high carbon steel and white cast iron are limited. Most researchers inclined to hardness and tensile test of weldment of ferrous metals; researches on creep, fatigue, damping capacity, impact …
Published in International Journal of Manufacturing and Materials Processing · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 14–21 Read article
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Assessment of Tensile and Hardness Property of AA5083/Nano-Al2O3 Metal Matrix Composites
Abstract: Al–Mg base composites reinforced with different mixtures of nano-Al2O3 particles have been fabricated by mechanical stir casting and their metallurgical and mechanical characterization has been investigated. In this investigation, the Al2O3 particulates were reinforced into the base matrix of aluminium fabricated with five levels of volume fraction such as Al/0 vol.% Al2O3, Al/2 vol.% Al2O3, Al/4 vol.% Al2O3, Al/6 vol.% Al2O3 and Al/8 vol.% Al2O3. After the Al-base-nano-composites were fabricated …
Published in International Journal of Composite Materials and Matrices · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 28–34 Read article
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Mechanical properties of Al-Si17Cu3.5Mg0.8 alloy fabricated by stir casting with UV and new CRSS casting process with and without T6 condition
Abstract: Aluminum-Silicon metal matrix composites are the popular materials in the vast majority of the car and modern industries on account of their low weight, high mechanical properties, and incredible wear opposition properties. In the present study, Al-Si17Cu3.5Mg0.8 alloy is fabricated by two casting processes such as stir casting with ultrasonic vibrations (RSC) and merged-rheo-stir-squeeze (CRSS) casting with and without heat treated (T6) condition. Microstructural and material characterization was explored by …
Published in International Journal of Metallurgy and Alloys · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 15–24 Read article
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A Review on Reduction of Scrap in Foundry by Using of Quality Control Tools
Abstract: Casting is one of the oldest manufacturing processes and is a primary manufacturing process. Products originating from castings are the input for many manufacturing processes such as forging, machining, rolling, wire drawing, extrusion, and welding. Therefore, the product made from casting should be a good quality product without defects or with minimum defects. Indeed, the quality of the products reduces as a reason of many process parameters such as molten …
Published in International Journal of Manufacturing and Materials Processing · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 6–17 Read article
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A Comprehensive Review of Metal Matrix Composites (MMCs)
Abstract: Abstract Metal Matrix Composites (MMCs) combine metallic matrices with reinforcing phases (ceramics, intermetallics, fibers, or particles) to achieve superior mechanical, thermal, and tribological properties compared with monolithic metals. This review surveys fabrication routes, reinforcement types, microstructural characteristics, mechanical and tribological behavior, machining challenges, applications across aerospace, automotive, electronics, and future directions including additive manufacturing, in-situ MMCs, and data-driven materials design. Critical challenges such as interface control, scalability, cost, and machinability …
Published in International Journal of Manufacturing and Materials Processing · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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Role and Applications of Alloys in Everyday Life
Abstract: An alloy is a mixture of metals or a mixture of a metal and another element. Alloys are defined by a metallic bonding character. An alloy may be a solid solution of metal elements (a single phase) or a mixture of metallic phases (two or more solutions). Melting point: Put the alloy, a piece of tin and a piece of lead into a sand tray. All three samples should be …
Published in International Journal of Metallurgy and Alloys · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 17–23 Read article
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Cognitive Metallurgy: A Study on Microstructure and Energy Efficiency in High-Temperature Alloying via Sensor Fusion and Deep Reinforcement Learning
Abstract: Background Traditional high-temperature metallurgical processes, such as continuous casting and specialty alloy synthesis, are characterized by high energy consumption, stochastic variability, and reliance on post-process defect inspection. The inability to precisely monitor, model, and predict the real-time thermal, chemical, and mechanical state of molten metal and cooling substrates results in significant material waste and inconsistent microstructural integrity. Methodology This study introduces a novel framework for Cognitive Metallurgy utilizing an integrated …
Published in International Journal of Metallurgy and Alloys · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 27–36 Read article
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Fabrication, Microstructure and Mechanical Behavior of Aluminum Alloy (LM-13) Reinforced with Nano-ZrO2 Particulate Chilled Nano-Metal Matrix Composites (CNMMCs)
Abstract: In the present research, aluminum alloy (LM13) Metal Matrix Composite (MMC) is prepared by stir casting technique and is reinforced with ZrO2 particulates in the weight percent ranging from 3 wt.% to 12 wt.% in the steps of 3 wt.%. The reinforcement i.e., ZrO2 particle size added varies between 100–200 nm. The resulting CNMMCs are solidified under the influence of copper chill of 25 mm thickness to study the effect …
Published in International Journal of Nanomaterials and Nanostructures · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 17–30 Read article
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Six Sigma (DMAIC) Approach to Optimise Operation Variables in High Pressure Die Casting
Abstract: Components manufactured by High Pressure Die Casting (HPDC) typically have excellent mechanical and metallurgical properties, and the process generally preferred for the manufacture of high-value-added products. This research paper focuses on the implementation of the Six Sigma philosophy to optimize the variables of the HPDC manufacturing process. As a systematic outline for quality improvement and achievement business excellence, the Six Sigma philosophy has become the model of the industrial world …
Published in International Journal of Manufacturing and Materials Processing · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 22–51 Read article