scholarly journals Optimization of Process Parameters on Microstructure and Mechanical Properties of ADC12 Alloy Aptomat Contact Fabricated by Thixoextrusion

2021 ◽  
Vol 3 (1) ◽  
pp. 29
Author(s):  
Lai Dang Giang ◽  
Nguyen Anh Tuan ◽  
Dao Van Luu ◽  
Nguyen Vinh Du ◽  
Nguyen Manh Tien
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
High Strength ◽  
Processing Parameters ◽  
Holding Time ◽  
Forming Process ◽  
Specimen Temperature ◽  
Optimization Of Process Parameters ◽  
Punch Velocity ◽  
Optimization Parameters ◽  
Semi Solid

The mechanical properties of thixoextrusion components can be improved by controllable processing parameters such as the solid fraction of alloy, holding time, punch velocity, heat treatment and die temperature. In this study, the effects of thixoforming parameters on the microstructures and mechanical properties of thixoextrusion ADC12 alloy Aptomat Contact are studied. ADC12 has excellent castability with high fluidity and low shrinkage rate, so it is widely used in industry, especially in automotive and motorcycle engine part casting. It is a near eutectic alloy with high strength and low ductility (1%). The optimization parameters mechanical properties were investigated by changing the punch velocity, specimen temperature and holding time. The results also indicated optimal value at punch velocity (15 mm/s), specimen temperature (560 °C) and holding time (5 min) which was changed microstructure from eutectic dendrite to globular grain, increasing the ductility (3.3%) of this alloy during the semi-solid forming process while the remaining mechanical properties lead to an increase in the quality of finished parts.

Rheoforging of thin case for IT devices with optimal process parameters and new type die design

2013 ◽  
Vol 228 (6) ◽  
pp. 1021-1028
Author(s):  
Yong Phil Jeon ◽  
Amir Bolouri ◽  
Hyung Yoon Seo ◽  
Jong Deok Kim ◽  
Chung Gil Kang
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
Cell Phone ◽  
Processing Parameters ◽  
Die Design ◽  
Electromagnetic Stirring ◽  
Forming Process ◽  
Processing Technologies ◽  
Promising Tool ◽  
New Type ◽  
Semi Solid

The latest trend in the cell phone component industry to use aluminium and magnesium alloys has resulted in the advanced processing technologies. Semi-solid forming process that is advantageous for the mass production of thin parts with complex shapes have been of interest as a promising tool for near net-shape manufacturing. This study describes a semi-solid forming process for the development of a 1 mm-thick cell phone case by using the rheological material prepared by electromagnetic stirring equipment. Thus, a new type of die design for indirect rheoforging was proposed to efficiently control the primary α-Al phase particles in the thin part under rheological conditions. Their microstructure and mechanical properties were investigated and compared to parts produced without electromagnetic stirring. Those products fabricated by electromagnetic stirring had better mechanical properties and globular microstructures than those fabricated without electromagnetic stirring. Several processing parameters such as punch velocity (30 mm/s), punch pressure (75–250 MPa), stirring time (10 s), and solid fraction (0–20%) were used. The optimal condition that resulted in a defect-free component with the improved mechanical properties was explained and discussed.

scholarly journals Impact of Cold-Rolling and Heat Treatment on Mechanical Properties of Dual-Phase Treated Low Carbon Steel

2020 ◽  
Vol 2020 ◽  
pp. 1-9
Author(s):  
Le Van Long ◽  
Dinh Van Hien ◽  
Nguyen Truong Thanh ◽  
Nguyen Chi Tho ◽  
Van Thom Do
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
Carbon Steel ◽  
Low Carbon Steel ◽  
High Strength ◽  
Processing Parameters ◽  
Dual Phase ◽  
Low Carbon ◽  
Forming Process ◽  
Good Ductility ◽  
Rolling Deformation

The low carbon steel has good ductility that is favorable for forming process, but its low strength leads to limiting their application for forced structures. This paper studied improving strength of low-carbon steel via rolling deformation and dual-phase treatment. The results showed that the dual-phase treated steel had a combination of high strength and good ductility; its tensile ultimate strength reached 740 MPa with elongation at fracture of over 15%, while that of the cold-rolled steel only reached 700 MPa with elongation at fracture of under 3%. Based on the obtained results, relationships between mechanical properties and dual-phase processing parameters were established to help users choose suitable-processing parameters according to requirements of products.

scholarly journals Effect of Semi-Solid Processing on the Microstructure and Mechanical Properties of Aluminum Alloy Chips with Eutectic Mg2Si Intermetallics

Metals ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (9) ◽  
pp. 1414
Author(s):  
Yong Guk Son ◽  
Sung Soo Jung ◽  
Yong Ho Park ◽  
Young Cheol Lee
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
Aluminum Alloy ◽  
Eutectic Reaction ◽  
Microstructural Analysis ◽  
Aluminum Matrix ◽  
Processing Parameters ◽  
Holding Time ◽  
Mg2si Phase ◽  
Microstructure And Mechanical Properties ◽  
Semi Solid

This study reports the microstructural changes and mechanical properties of high-strength aluminum alloy chips prepared in the semi-solid state at different temperatures, pressures, and holding times. In semi-solid processes, these processing parameters must be optimized because they affect the microstructure and mechanical properties of the chips. In microstructural analysis, these parameters clearly influenced the spheroidization of the aluminum matrix. The aluminum matrix was uniformly spheroidized after semi-solid processing, and the densities of the final samples increased with the holding time. After 30 min holding time at a given temperature, the density approached the theoretical density, but the compressive strength of the samples seriously deteriorated. Meanwhile, fracture surface investigation revealed a deformed Mg2Si phase, which is formed through a eutectic reaction. The strength of this phase significantly decreased after increasing the holding time of the semi-solid processing from 10 to 30 min. Therefore, deformation of the Mg2Si phase caused by diffusion of aluminum into this phase can be a key factor for the decrease in the mechanical properties of samples fabricated with 30 min holding time.

Effects of thread rolling processing parameters on mechanical properties and microstructures of high-strength bolts

2020 ◽  
Vol 62 (10) ◽  
pp. 1017-1024
Author(s):  
Serkan Aktas ◽  
Yasin Kisioglu
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
Low Carbon Steel ◽  
High Strength ◽  
Rolling Process ◽  
Processing Parameters ◽  
Industrial Applications ◽  
Low Carbon ◽  
Forming Process ◽  
Cold Forming ◽  
Thread Rolling

Abstract Bolt production with a grade of 10.9 class quality made from AISI4140 material with a low thread rolling index is usually implemented in accordance with the thread rolling method (cold forming) in industrial applications. In this method, the effects of die revolutions and multiple passes are unknown in the thread forming process as the devices are usually operated with respect to geometrical dimensions but not the mechanical properties and microstructures of the material. In the literature there are few studies on microstructures of low-carbon steel having a higher thread rolling index in bolt production. This study experimentally examined the effects of the processing parameters on the mechanical properties and microstructures. Parameters such as forming speed and single or multi-pass influences were considered in the production of M12 × 1.75 and M20 × 2.5 fasteners widely used in industrial applications. The experiments identified the behavior of the mechanical properties, microstructures and micro-hardness of the AISI4140 material at two forming speeds (rpm) and three passes in the thread rolling process. Thus, significantly sensible outcomes as a function of processing parameters were obtained considering the thread strength viewpoints.

Effects of Direct Thermal Method Processing Parameters on Mechanical Properties of Semisolid A6061 Feedstock

2021 ◽  
Vol 18 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
M. F. M. Tajudin ◽  
A. H. Ahmad ◽  
M. M. Rashidi
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
Tensile Strength ◽  
Room Temperature ◽  
Processing Parameters ◽  
Holding Time ◽  
Thermal Method ◽  
Pouring Temperature ◽  
Porosity Level ◽  
Experimental Works ◽  
Temperature Water

This paper highlights the effects of pouring temperature and holding time on the mechanical properties of aluminium 6061 semisolid feedstock billets. The semisolid metal feedstock billets were prepared by a direct thermal method (DTM), in which the molten metal was poured into a cylindrical copper mould with a different combination of pouring temperature and holding time before it was solidified in room temperature water. The results show that the sample with pouring temperature slightly above aluminium 6061 liquidus temperature has the lowest porosity, thereby the highest mechanical properties value. The sample with a pouring temperature of 660 °C and holding time of 60 s has the density, tensile strength and hardness properties of 2.701 g/cm3, 146.797 MPa, and 86.5 HV, respectively. Meanwhile, the sample at a pouring temperature of 640 °C and holding time of 20 s has density, tensile strength and hardness properties of 2.527 g/cm3, 65.39 MPa, and 71.79 HV, respectively. The density and fractography tests were conducted to confirm the existence of porosity within the samples. The results from these experimental works suggested that the mechanical properties of DTM semisolid feedstock billet merely depended on processing parameters, which influenced the porosity level within the feedstock billet, thus directly affected their mechanical properties.

Optimization of Process Parameters on the Mechanical Properties of Semi-Solid Extruded AA2017 Alloy Rods

2019 ◽  
Vol 6 (2) ◽  
pp. 1-14
Author(s):  
Shashikanth Ch ◽  
G Venkateswarlu ◽  
Davidson M J
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
Strain Rate ◽  
Process Parameters ◽  
Extrusion Process ◽  
Percentage Reduction ◽  
Optimization Of Process Parameters ◽  
Different Temperatures ◽  
Semi Solid ◽  
Reduction In Area ◽  
Liquidus Temperatures

The extrusion of copper-based aluminium alloys is difficult in the cold state. Extruding these alloys between the solidus and liquidus temperatures offer preferred properties on these alloys. In the present work, AA2017, a copper-based aluminium alloy has been extruded in the semi-solid state. The mechanical and metallurgical properties of the alloy vary at different temperatures between the solidus and liquidus temperatures. The aim of the present work is to optimize the process parameters, namely, temperature of billet, strain rate, approach angle and percentage reduction in area on the semi-solid extrusion of AA2017 alloy. Experiments were designed according to Taguchi experimental design and L9 orthogonal array was used to conduct the experiments. Analysis of variance (ANOVA) method was used to find the significance of every process parameter on the thixo-extrusion process responses. The results indicate that percentage reduction area is the most important factor influencing the mechanical properties of thixo-extrusion specimen followed by temperature and strain rate.

Semi-Solid Precision Forming Process of High-Strength and Wear-Resistant Aluminum Matrix Composites

2020 ◽  
Vol 993 ◽  
pp. 756-767
Author(s):  
Han Sen Zheng ◽  
Zhi Feng Zhang ◽  
Yue Long Bai ◽  
Yong Tao Xu ◽  
Hao Dong Zhao
Keyword(s):  
Aluminum Alloy ◽  
High Strength ◽  
Layered Composite ◽  
Specific Pressure ◽  
Solid Layer ◽  
Forming Process ◽  
Wear Resistant ◽  
Composite Interface ◽  
Brake Drum ◽  
Semi Solid

A layered composite structural model with an outer wear-resistant layer of high-silicon aluminum alloy and an inner layer of ultra-high strength aluminum alloy is designed. A scaling brake drum part with layered composite was prepared by semi-solid precision forming process. The effects of process parameters such as casting temperature, specific pressure, solid layer temperature and heattreatment system on the composite interface were investigated. The results show that the casting temperature and solid layer temperature had a great influence on the interface recombination. The high forming specific pressure could effectively restrain the growth of secondary dendritesof the composite, and the proper heat treatment process could improve the morphology of the composite interface. A scaling brake drum component with A390/7050 layered composite structure was well prepared under optimal conditions.

EN AC-46500 Injected by Semi-Solid Rheocasting

2008 ◽  
Vol 141-143 ◽  
pp. 283-288 ◽  
Author(s):  
Manel Campillo ◽  
Maite T. Baile ◽  
Sergi Menargues ◽  
Antonio Forn
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
Heat Treatment ◽  
High Pressure ◽  
Structural Integrity ◽  
Tensile Tests ◽  
Simulation Software ◽  
Industrial Plant ◽  
Forming Process ◽  
Die Cast ◽  
Semi Solid

EN AC-46500 aluminium components are formed by Semi-Solid Rheocasting (SSR) in an industrial plant using a 700 tons high pressure machine. The dies wear was designed by the PLCO model of the ProCast simulation software. The components have had a good structural integrity and the mechanical properties after T6 treatment have been equivalent to that obtained by the same alloy by die cast. The present work describes the SSR forming process, the resulting microstructure as well as the optimization of the ageing heat treatment by hardness evolution. The results of the tensile tests make these clear.

scholarly journals Mini-Thixoforming of High-Alloyed CPM REX 121 Steel

2014 ◽  
Vol 887-888 ◽  
pp. 1156-1160 ◽  
Author(s):  
David Aišman ◽  
Kateřina Rubešová ◽  
Šárka Mikmeková
Keyword(s):  
Total Content ◽  
Processing Parameters ◽  
Alloying Elements ◽  
Forming Process ◽  
Technological Complexity ◽  
Complex Carbides ◽  
Conventional Methods ◽  
Semi Solid ◽  
Small Parts ◽  
Suitable Processing

Thixo-forming is an unconventional semi-solid forming process, by which complex-shaped products can be manufactured using a single forming operation. It can even be applied to difficult-to-form materials, including those which are impossible to process by conventional methods. Today, commercial semi-solid processing is used for low-melting materials, primarily aluminium and magnesium alloys. Due to its technological complexity, thixo-forming of high-melting alloys is still under development. For this reason, the present experimental programme was focused on the tool steel CPM REX 121 with a melting point above 1200 °C produced by powder metallurgy. The total content of alloying elements in this steel is 37.5 %. Owing to the high levels of alloying elements, namely Co, Mo, W, V and Cr, this material cannot be formed by conventional methods. The purpose of the present experiment was to explore its potential for forming in semi-solid state and to find suitable processing parameters. Experimental forming took place in a mini-thixoforming die, a tool specially-developed for this thixo-forming variant intended for producing very small parts. The resulting microstructures were examined by means of optical and electron microscopy. It was found that semi-solid processing leads to the development of microstructure with austenitic grains, martensite, chromium and V-W-Mo complex carbides and also a eutectic formed by partial melting of carbides.

Experimental Research on the Semi-Solid Formability of 7A09 Aluminum Alloy Impeller

2011 ◽  
Vol 189-193 ◽  
pp. 3852-3856
Author(s):  
Fei Han ◽  
Wei Wei Wang ◽  
Shou Jing Luo ◽  
Zhi Ming Du
Keyword(s):  
Heating Temperature ◽  
Hydraulic Press ◽  
Holding Time ◽  
Forming Process ◽  
Forming Technology ◽  
Preheating Temperature ◽  
Complicated Geometry ◽  
Semi Solid ◽  
Wrought Aluminum Alloys ◽  
Wrought Aluminum

The impeller is an important component applied in airplanes, ships and weapons. It is difficult to form the complicated geometry of the impeller by using the conventional forging and casting technology. Semi-solid forming is a promising forming process that can produce complicated and high-quality components of wrought aluminum alloys. In this paper, the formability of the impeller was investigated by using advanced semi-solid forming technology and self-designed combined die, as well as quick forging hydraulic press. Experimental results show that the formability of the impeller increases with the increase of reheating temperature and holding time of the billet. When heating temperature and holding time during the pretreatment of the billet were 620°C and 25 min respectively, reheating temperature and holding time of the billet before thixoforging were 600°C and 90 min respectively, preheating temperature of the die was 320°C , the impeller was formed perfectly on the quick forging hydraulic press.

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