This practical guide to product and process engineering of various aluminum castings emphasizes process and material characteristics; product-process-alloy integration; manufacturing aspects of aluminum casting; product design features; tooling design, feeding and gating design; product quality needs and specifications; product launches; and successful conversions of aluminum from steel and iron.
This book is intended to be a standard guide for practical foundry personnel in aluminum die casting, gravity permanent mold casting, and low pressure permanent mold casting. It is also a beneficial reference for casting buyers and students specializing in metal casting technology. It includes extensive examples, tables, and practical guidelines and links functionality and manufacturability, benefiting both product designers and casting process engineers.
Preface
About the Author
Chapter 1 : Aluminum Casting Applications
Chapter 2 : Engineering Component Configuratio
Chapter 3 : Casting Process Options
Chapter 4 : Overview of Casting Processes
Chapter 5 : Alloys and Heat Treatment Choices
Chapter 6 : Engineering Die Castings
Chapter 7 : Engineering of Gravity Permanent Mold Castings
Chapter 8 : Engineering of Low-Pressure Permanent Mold Castings
Chapter 9 : Process Selection Guidelines
Chapter 10 : Product Launch Process
Index
