Metal Compression Forming (MCF) is a variant of the squeeze casting process, in which molten metal is allowed to solidify under pressure in order to close porosity and form a sound part. However, the MCF process applies pressure on the entire mold face, thereby directing pressure on all regions of the casting and producing a uniformly sound part. The process also enhances the solidification rate of the metal promoting a very fine grain structure which results in improved properties. Consequently, the process is capable of producing parts with properties close to that of forgings, while retaining the near net shape, complexity in geometry, and relatively low cost of the casting process. The paper will describe the casting process development involved in the production of a 356 alloy motor mount bracket, including the use of a filling and solidification model to design the gating and determine process parameters. Tensile properties of the component will also be presented and correlated with those of forged components.
Application of the metal compression forming process for the production of an aluminum alloy component
1997
8 Seiten
Conference paper
English
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|Metal Compression Forming - A New Process for Structural Aluminum Alloy Castings
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|Metal Compression Forming - A New Process for Structural Aluminum Alloy Castings
British Library Conference Proceedings | 1998
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