Technology for magnesium castings
Subtitle: design, products & applications
Contributors: Thomas-Sadowski, Susan; American Foundry Society
Publisher: American Foundry Society
Published: 2011
Place of publication: Schaumburg, IL
Language: eng
Number of pages: 314
ISBN-13: 9781523121007; 9780874333749
Subjects: Magnesium founding; Magnesium alloys; Metal castings; Magnésium; Fonderie; Alliages; Pièces moulées
Description: The latest casting and processing technologies have raised the importance of magnesium in the transportation industry. As a structural material with low density and a very high strength-to-weight ratio, magnesium can reduce vehicle weight and, in turn, reduce greenhouse gas emissions and increase fuel economy. This book provides valuable information on: melt control process control casting and solidification heat treatment materials selection various casting processes.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index.