Eutectic solidification and its role in casting porosity formation

L. Lu, K. Nogita, S. D. McDonald, A. K. Dahle

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Abstract

Understanding and controlling the eutectic solidification process in Al-Si alloys permits prediction of the formation of casting porosity, eventually leading to methods for its control and elimination. In addition, it enables control of eutectic structure, silicon morphology, and eutectic grain size to further improve the alloy properties. This paper presents the current understanding of eutectic solidification in hypoeutectic Al-Si foundry alloys and the relationship between eutectic solidification and porosity formation. New concepts in engineering eutectic solidification are also explored.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)52-58
Number of pages7
JournalJOM
Volume56
Issue number11
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - Nov 2004

All Science Journal Classification (ASJC) codes

  • Materials Science(all)
  • Engineering(all)

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