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Effect of Inoculation on the Mechanical Properties of AZ91

Rapiejko Cezary, Mikusek D., Kubiak Krzysztof, Pacyniak Tadeusz

Archives of Foundry Engineering

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2023

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Vol. 23, iss. 2

15--20

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The effect of Ca element on the microstructure evolution of the AZ91 magnesium alloy was investigated in this research. The magnesium-aluminium alloy AZ91 was inoculated with the Emgesal® Flux 5 to refine its microstructure and also improve its microstructure. Six different concentrations of the Emgesal® Flux 5 content were tested, ranging from 0.1 to 0.6% wt., and compared to the baseline of the AZ91 alloy without inoculation. Melted metal was poured into a preheated metallic mould. Samples to test were achieved after turning treatment. Formed microstructure was assessed using an optical microscope. The microstructure was refined for every tested samples. Mechanical properties such as tensile strength, elongation, Brinell hardness, Vickers microhardness, abrasion resistance and adhesive resistance were tested on the inoculated samples and compared to the non-inoculated AZ91. Introducing an Emgesal®Flux 5 inoculant caused a change in the tensile strength, elongation, Brinell hardness, Vickers microhardness, abrasive wear resistance as well as adhesive wear resistance in each examined concentration.

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Preparation of composite steel with using of hot rolling

Kawulok Rostislav, Pasečný Daniel, Kawulok Petr, Rusz Stanislav, Opěla Petr, Schindler Ivo

Journal of Metallic Materials

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2022

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Vol. 74, no. 1

21--27

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The paper deals with the unconventional issue of composite steel preparation by hot rolling. Various production possibilities of multilayer composite from austenitic stainless steel AISI 304 and tool high carbon steel AISI D2 were investigated. Samples with 5, 15 and 45 layers were prepared. Optical microstructural analysis were subsequently performed on these samples with the focus on the details of joint and evaluation of the thicknesses of individual layers. In addition, hardness measurements were performed on the prepared samples, including its comparison with the individual steels used. It was confirmed that the hardness increased with increasing number of layers, however in this case, the difference between 15 and 45 layers was only 8 HBW. In addition it was found that the hardness of the prepared 45-layer packet without quenching was higher than that of the base (used) steels.

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Niniejszy artykuł poświęcono niekonwencjonalnemu zagadnieniu przygotowania kompozytu stalowego metodą walcowania na gorąco. Zbadano różne możliwości i metody wytwarzania wielowarstwowego kompozytu stalowego z austenitycznej stali nierdzewnej AISI 304 i wysokowęglowej stali narzędziowej AISI D2. W pracy opisano technologię przygotowania pakietów z tych stali złożonych z 5, 15 i 45 warstw. Następnie przeprowadzono na tych próbkach optyczne analizy mikrostrukturalne, skupiając się na szczegółach łączenia i ocenie grubości poszczególnych warstw. Ponadto na przygotowanych próbkach wykonano pomiary twardości, a wyniki porównano z poszczególnymi zastosowanymi stalami. Potwierdzono, że twardość wzrastała wraz ze wzrostem liczby warstw, jednak w przypadku różnicy między 15 a 45 warstwami różnica twardości to zaledwie 8 HBW. Ponadto stwierdzono, że twardość przygotowanego 45-warstwowego pakietu bez hartowania była wyższa niż (użytych) stali podstawowych.

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Mechanical and Microstructural Characterization of Aluminium Alloy, EN AC-Al Si12CuNiMg

Sirata Gotfila G., Wacławiak K., Dyzia Maciej

Archives of Foundry Engineering

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2022

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Vol. 22, iss. 3

34--40

EN

the manufacture of mechanical structures where low weight is critical. However, when these alloys are subjected to elevated temperatures, their mechanical properties deteriorate significantly. The aim of this study is to investigate the effect of temperature on the mechanical properties of aluminium alloy, EN AC-Al Si12CuNiMg. For this purpose, an experimental investigation was performed at ambient and elevated temperatures on aluminium alloy samples prepared by casting. Tensile and hardness tests were carried out to characterize the mechanical properties of this material. Additionally, an optical microscope was used to examine the microstructures of this alloy. Finally, a scanning electron microscope was used to analyze the fracture modes of this material. The results show that the mechanical properties such as tensile strength, yield strength, and Young's modulus of this alloy dramatically decrease when the temperature exceeds 250oC. The microstructural investigation reveals several factors that are detrimental to the mechanical properties of this alloy. This includes coarse-grained structures, micro-pores, and several intermetallic compounds. Furthermore, fractography reveals a minor cleavage-like pattern and micro-cracks on the fracture surface of all failed samples under various temperatures, indicating semi-brittle fracture mode.

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Influence of Tungsten on the Structure and Properties of Ductile Iron Containing 0.8% Cu

Myszka Dawid, Kasińska J., Penkul A.

Archives of Foundry Engineering

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2021

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Vol. 21, iss. 4

121--126

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The possibilities of producing ductile cast iron with the addition of 1÷3% of tungsten are presented. Tungsten from waste chips from mechanical processing was introduced into the liquid cast iron in the form of specially prepared cartridges. Correct dissolution of tungsten in the metal bath was found, and there were no casting defects in the alloy. The form of carbide precipitates in the microstructure of cast iron was determined and the influence of increasing tungsten content on the reduction of the number of graphite precipitates in the structure was determined. Impact tests show that this property degrades with increasing tungsten content as opposed to hardness which increases. It was found that the addition of tungsten from machining waste is a potential source of enrichment of cast iron with this element.

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Effect of Gadolinium on the Microstructure of Magnesium Alloy AZ91

Rapiejko Cezary, Mikusek D., Just P., Pacyniak T.

Archives of Foundry Engineering

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2021

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Vol. 21, iss. 1

31--36

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The paper presents the results of research related to the possibility of inoculation of the AZ91 magnesium alloy casted into ceramic moulds by gadolinium. Effects of gadolinium content (0.1–0.6 wt%) on microstructure of the AZ91 alloy under as-cast state were investigated. The influence of the inoculator on the formation of the microstructure investigated by means of the thermal and derivative analysis by analysing the thermal effects arising during the alloy crystallization resulting from the phases formed. The degree of fragmentation of the microstructure of the tested alloys was assessed by means of the light microscopy studies and an image analysis with statistical analysis was performed. Conducted analyses have aimed at examining on the effect of inoculation of the gadolinium on the differences between the grain diameters and average size of each type of grain by way of measuring their perimeters of all phases, preliminary αMg and eutectics αMg+γ(Mg17Al12) in the prepared examined material.

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Determination of Phase Transformation Temperatures by Dilatometric Test of S960MC Steel

Málek M., Mičian M., Moravec J.

Archives of Foundry Engineering

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2021

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Vol. 21, iss. 2

57--64

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The phenomenon of “soft zone” is occurring in the heat affected zone (HAZ) of high strength low alloy (HSLA) steels. Therefore, the process of weld metal solidification and phase transformation in HAZ is essential to understand the behaviour of the material, especially in the case where welded joints are debilitating part of the construction. The simulation program SYSWELD is powerful tool to predict solidification and phase transformation of welding joint, what correspond to the mechanical properties of the joints. To achieve relevant results of the simulation, it is necessary to use right mathematic-material model of the investigated material. Dilatometric test is the important methods to gather necessary input values for material database. In this paper is investigated physical and metallurgical properties of S960MC steel. The dilatometric curves were carried out on the laboratory machine dilatometer DIL 805L. In addition to determination of the phase transformation temperatures at eight levels of the cooling rate, the microstructure and hardness of the material are further analysed. The hardness of the samples reflects the achieved microstructure. Depending on the cooling rate, several austenitic transformation products were observed such as pearlite, bainite, martensite and many different ferritic microstructures. The differences between the transformation temperature results using the first derivation method and the three tangent method are up to 2%. The limit cooling rate was set at value 30°C/s. The microstructure consists only of bainite and marten site and the hardness reaches a value of 348HV and higher.

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Comparison of Microstructure and Mechanical Properties of Cast Steel Carried out on Cast-on Samples and Samples Cast Separately

Kalandyk B. E., Zapała R. E.

Archives of Foundry Engineering

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2021

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Vol. 21, iss. 2

81--88

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The results of microstructure examinations and UTS, YS, El, RA carried out on low-carbon cast steel containing 0.15% C. The tests were carried out on specimens cut out from samples cast on a large-size casting and from samples cast in separate foundry moulds. It has been shown that significant differences in grain size observed in the material of the separately cast samples and cast-on samples occur only in the as-cast. In the as-cast state, in materials from different tests, both pearlite percent content in the structure and mean true interlamellar spacing remain unchanged. On the other hand, these parameters undergo significant changes in the materials after heat treatment. The mechanical properties (after normalization) of the cast-on sample of the tested cast steel were slightly inferior to the values obtained for the sample cast in a separate foundry mould. The microscopic examinations of the fracture micro-relief carried out by SEM showed the presence of numerous, small non-metallic inclusions, composed mainly of oxide-sulphides containing Mn, S, Al, Ca and O, occurring individually and in clusters.

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Analysis of Fracture Mechanism of Cast Steel for Different States of Stress

Lachowski J., Borowiecka-Jamrozek J.

Archives of Foundry Engineering

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2021

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Vol. 21, iss. 2

29--34

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In this paper a plastic deformation and a damage evolution in low-carbon cast steel containing non-metallic inclusions are analysed experimentally and numerically. Two microstructures of the cast steel have been obtained after appropriate heat treatment. Tensile tests of smooth specimens and axisymmetric notched specimens have been performed. The notched specimens have the notch radii: 1 mm, 3 mm and 7 mm. Fractography of the specimens was carried out to observe fracture mechanisms. The mechanism depended on the stress state in the notched specimens. The fractography showed the existence of two fracture mechanisms: ductile failure and by shear. The process of the voids growth formed on the non-metallic inclusions was the process which included in the explanation of the damage mechanism. Modelling of deformation of the specimens has been used with the model suggested by Gurson, Tvergaard and Needleman. The model is implemented in the Abaqus finite element program. The computer simulation was performed using ABAQUS system. The computed output was compared with the experimental results obtained for specimens of the same shape.

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A Process of As-Cast Ferritic Gray Cast Iron Production

Hossain Md Sojib

Archives of Foundry Engineering

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2021

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Vol. 21, iss. 3

5--10

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Though normal air cooling and green sand mold-casted gray iron convey an essentially pearlitic matrix, ferritic gray iron is used in some electro-mechanical applications to have better magnetic properties, ductility, and low hardness. Conventionally, to produce ferritic gray iron, foundryman initially produces pearlitic gray iron, then it is carried through a long annealing cycle process for ferritic transformation. This experiment is conducted to eliminate the long annealing cycle from the conventional process. A process is developed to produce as-cast ferritic gray cast iron by air cooling in the green sand mold. In this experiment, Si content is kept high, but Mn content is kept low based on sulfur content; a unique thermodynamic process is established for decreasing the Mn content from the melt. After a successful preconditioning and optimum foundry return charging, the melt is specially inoculated, and metal is poured into the green sand mold. An extra feeder is added for slowing down the cooling rate where casting thickness is around 15mm. Finally, hardness and metallographic images are observed for final confirmation of the ferritic matrix.

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Joining the High-Strength Steel Sheets Used in Car Body Production

Kaščák Ľuboš, Cmorej Denis, Spišák Emil, Slota Ján

Advances in Science and Technology. Research Journal

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2021

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Vol. 15, no 1

184--196

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Nowadays, there are several important reasons for using high-strength sheets in the manufacturing of car bodies. Car manufacturers choose the steel with good formability, fatigue resistance and ability to absorb impact energy. Microalloyed steels and dual-phase steels are the materials which fulfil the above-mentioned criteria. The application of high-strength sheets has led to the development of new materials joining techniques. Mechanical joining, such as clinching, is the innovative technique to join these progressive materials. Materials of different thicknesses can be joined by clinching. The paper focuses on the comparison of the properties of the joints made by clinching and resistance spot welding. The application of resistance spot welding is still the most used joining method in car body production. These properties were investigated by tensile test and metallographic observation. The HCT600X+ZF, HCT600X+Z and HX420LAD+Z steel sheets were used for the experiments. The results of tensile test show that the values of load-bearing capacity of clinched joints reached from 3900 N to 5900 N and the resistance spot welded joints reached the values of load-bearing capacity from 12000 N to 19500 N. In comparison to the resistance spot welded joints, the clinched joints reached from 32 to 48% of load-bearing capacity.

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Tribological Wear of as Cast Zn-4Al Alloy Cooled at Various Rates from the Eutectoid Transformation Temperature

Lachowicz M. M., Leśniewski T., Lachowicz M. B., Jasionowski R.

Archives of Foundry Engineering

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2020

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Vol. 20, iss. 4

108--114

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The paper presents the results from a study on the impact of the cooling rate in the eutectoid transition on the abrasive wear of the as cast Zn-4Al alloy. The microstructure of the researched material consists of dendrites of the η solid solution and an (α+η) eutectic structure. During the eutectoid transformation at 275oC the distribution in the eutectic structure was transformed and fined. Heat treatment was carried out for this alloy, during which three cooling mediums were used, i.e. water, air and an furnace. For the research material obtained in this way, metallographic examinations were performed using the methods of light and scanning electron microscopy, as well as hardness measurements. It was found that faster cooling rate promoted the fragmentation of structural components, which translates into higher hardness of the material. This also had effects in the tribological wear of the tested alloy. As part of the tests, an abrasive wear test was carried out on a standard T-07 tester.

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Preconditiong and Inoculation of Low Sulphur Grey Iron

Hossain Md Sojib S., Bazlur B. Rashid A. K. M.

Archives of Foundry Engineering

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2020

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Vol. 20, iss. 1

61--66

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For quality grey cast iron production, the challenging issues are to avoid cementite structure and obtain the desired graphite morphology with proper matrix as well as hardness. The objective of the present research is to find out the right combination of preconditioner and inoculant that may help to overcome the challenges. In this work, sulphur content is kept low (0.01%). Two preconditioners namely metallurgical SiC and zirconium bearing FeSi with two types of inoculant are individually used to make four combinations of sample and for each case metal is poured into the green sand mould. Finally Brinell hardness and graphite morphology is observed in the thickest and thinnest portions of the castings. Metallurgical SiC with barium bearing inoculant gives better graphite morphology and hardness than strontium bearing inoculant, on the other hand zirconium bearing FeSi gives more satisfying result than SiC with every type of inoculant. Among all of the combinations Zr bearing preconditioner with Ba bearing inoculant gives good graphite morphology with best mechanical properties in both thickest and thinnest portions of the casting.

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Electrochemical Corrosion Evaluation of Copper-Alloyed Ductile Cast Irons

Brito P., Pereira W., Santos W., Gomes H.

Archives of Foundry Engineering

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2020

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Vol. 20, iss. 2

26--30

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In the present work, different Cu-alloyed model ductile irons with ferritic (0%Cu-0.09%Mn), mixed ferritic-pearlitic (0.38%Cu-0.40%Mn) and pearlitic (0.69%Cu-0.63%Mn) microstructure were produced and analyzed in terms of their electrochemical corrosion behavior in a 3.5wt.%NaCl aqueous solution containing naturally dissolved oxygen at room temperature (25°C). The remaining elements such as Si and Mg were kept at balanced levels in an attempt to minimize variations in graphite size and distribution among different samples. The corrosion resistance was evaluated by electrochemical impedance spectroscopy and potentiodynamic polarization. Microstructure analysis of the cast alloys confirmed similarity in the graphite morphology among the different cast samples and the expected variations in the metallic matrix. In the absence of passivation, it was found that the addition of copper led to an increase in corrosion resistance, which could be attested by higher values polarization resistance and corrosion potential.

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Characteristics of changes occurring on the surface of thin-walled elements as a result of spot welding

Lachowicz Marzena M., Lachowicz Maciej B.

Welding Technology Review

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2019

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R. 91, nr 8

29--36

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The paper presents the results of metallographic examination of a sleeve from a refrigeration system used in the food industry. On its outer surface, local surface changes were observed. Metallographic and microscopic SEM examinations were performed. It was found that the direct cause of their formation was the use of spot welding to regenerate its inner surface. It led to plastic deformation of the external surface as well as the formation of a layer of oxides with wustite properties.

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W pracy przedstawiono wyniki badań metalograficznych tulei pochodzącej z instalacji chłodniczej wykorzystywanej w przemyśle spożywczym. Na jej powierzchni zewnętrznej obserwowano lokalne zmiany powierzchniowe. Przeprowadzono badania metalograficzne oraz mikroskopowe SEM. Stwierdzono, że bezpośrednią przyczyną ich powstania było zastosowane w celu regeneracji jej powierzchni wewnętrznej napawania punktowego. Doprowadziło ono do powstania odkształceń plastycznych powierzchni zewnętrznej, a także utworzenia warstwy tlenków o cechach wustytu.

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Corrosive Wear of the Selected Tool Steels

Lachowicz Marzena

Tribologia

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2019

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nr 4

23--31

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Wear is associated with processes leading to the gradual destruction of components, including the impact of physicochemical factors. Determining the relationship between microstructure and working properties of tool steels, including corrosion resistance, has significant importance to the preventing accelerated destruction of tools made of them. The purpose of the tests presented in this paper was to determine the resistance of selected tool steels to corrosion wear. To this end, electrochemical tests and a salt chamber test were carried out. Scanning electron microscope observations carried out after corrosion tests and combined with the earlier microstructural characteristics of the tested materials allowed the accessment of the impact of their microstructure and a clarification of the role of carbides in the development of corrosion.

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Zużywanie związane jest z procesami prowadzącymi do stopniowego niszczenia elementów, w tym również oddziaływaniem czynników o charakterze fizykochemicznym. Ustalenie zależności pomiędzy mikrostrukturą a własnościami użytkowymi stali narzędziowych, w tym odporności korozyjnej, ma istotne znaczenie w zapobieganiu przyśpieszonemu niszczeniu narzędzi z nich wykonanych. Celem przedstawionych w pracy badań było określenie odporności na zużycie korozyjne wybranych stali narzędziowych. W tym celu przeprowadzono badania elektrochemiczne oraz test w komorze solnej. Obserwacje mikroskopowe SEM zrealizowane po badaniach korozyjnych połączone z wcześniejszą charakterystyką mikrostrukturalną badanych materiałów pozwoliły na ocenę wpływu ich mikrostruktury i roli węglików w rozwoju korozji.

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The Influence of Wall Thickness and Mould Temperature on Structure and Properties of Thin Wall Ductile Iron Castings

Górny M., Kawalec M., Witek G., Rejek A.

Archives of Foundry Engineering

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2019

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iss. 2

55--59

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The excellent property combination of thin wall ductile iron castings (TWDI), including thin wall alloyed cast iron (e.g. austenitic TWDI) has opened new horizons for cast iron to replace steel castings and forgings in many engineering applications with considerable cost benefits. TWDI is considered as a potential material for the preparation of light castings with good mechanical and utility properties, the cost of which is relatively low. In this study, unalloyed and high Ni-alloyed (25% Ni) spheroidal graphite cast iron, with an austenitic metallic matrix were investigated. The research was conducted for thin-walled iron castings with 2, 3 and 5mm wall thickness, using different mould temperature (20°C, and 160°C) to achieve various cooling rates. The metallographic examinations i.e. characteristic of graphite nodules, metallic matrix, and primary grains of austenite dendrites (in high-nickel NTWDI) and mechanical properties were investigated. The study shows that homogeneity of the casting structure of thin-walled castings varies when changing the wall thickness and mould temperature. Finally, mechanical properties of thin-walled ductile iron castings with ferritic-pearlitic and austenitic metallic matrix have been shown.

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Effect of Mischmetal on the Microstructure of the Magnesium Alloy AZ91

Mikusek D., Rapiejko C., Walisiak D., Pacyniak T.

Archives of Foundry Engineering

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2019

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iss. 4

45--50

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In this paper is discussed the effect of the inoculant mischmetal addition on the microstructure of the magnesium alloy AZ91. The concentration of the inoculant was increased in the samples within the range from 0.1% up to 0.6%. The thermal process was performed with the use of Derivative and Thermal Analysis (DTA). A particular attention was paid to finding the optimal amount of the inoculant, which causes fragmentation of the microstructure. The concentration of each element was verified with use of a spark spectrometer. In addition, the microstructures of every samples were examined with the use of an optical microscope and also was performed an image analysis with a statistical analysis using the NIS - Elements program. The point of those analyses was to examine the differences in the grain diameters of phase αMg and eutectic αMg+γ(Mg17Al12) in the prepared samples as well as the average size of each type of grain by way of measuring their perimeters. This paper is the second part of the introduction into a bigger research on grain refinement of magnesium alloys, especially AZ91. Another purpose of this research is to achieve better microstructure fragmentation of magnesium alloys without the relevant changes of the chemical composition, which should improve the mechanical properties.

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Effect of Inoculant Emgesal® Flux 5 on the Microstructure of Magnesium Alloy AZ91

Rapiejko C., Mikusek D., Andrzejczak A., Pacyniak T.

Archives of Foundry Engineering

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2019

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iss. 2

15--20

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This work presents the results of the research of the effect of the inoculant Emgesal Flux 5 on the microstructure of the magnesium alloy AZ91. The concentration of the inoculant was increased in samples in the range from 0.1% to 0.6%. The thermal processes were examined with the use of Derivative and Thermal Analysis (DTA). During the examination, the DTA samplers were preheated up to 180 °C. A particular attention was paid to finding the optimum amount of inoculant, which would cause fragmentation of the microstructure. The concentration of each element was verified by means of a spark spectrometer. In addition, the microstructures of the samples were examined with the use of an optical microscope, and an image analysis with a statistical analysis using the NIS-Elements program were carried out. Those analyses aimed at examining the differences between the grain diameters of phase αMg and eutectic αMg+γ(Mg17Al12) in the prepared samples as well as the average size of each type of grain by way of measuring their perimeters. This paper is an introduction to a further research of grain refinement in magnesium alloys, especially AZ91. Another purpose of this research is to achieve better micro-structure fragmentation of magnesium alloys without the related changes of the chemical composition, which should improve the mechanical properties.

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Comparison of Methods for Determining the Ferrite Content in Duplex Cast Steels

Kaňa V., Pernica V., Zadera A., Krutiš V.

Archives of Foundry Engineering

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2019

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iss. 2

85--90

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The paper is concerned with comparing the methods for determining the ferrite content in castings from duplex stainless steels. It uses Schaeffler diagram, empirical formula based calculation, image analysis of metallographic sample, X-ray diffraction and measurement with a feritscope. The influence of wall thickness of the casting on the ferrite content was tested too. The results of the experiments show that the casting thickness of 25 or 60 mm does not have a significant effect on the measured amount of ferrite. The image analysis of metallographic sample and the measurement with the feritscope appear to be the most suitable methods. On the contrary, predictive methods, such as Schaeffler diagram or empirical formula based calculation are only indicative and cannot replace the real measurements. X-ray diffraction seems to be the least suitable measuring method. Values of ferrite content measured in such a way often deviated from the values measured by image analysis and with feritscope.

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Analysis of the Impact of Modifiers on the Formation of Non-metallic Inclusions During Continuous Casting of CuZn39Pb2 Brass

Bydałek A. W., Kula A., Błaż L., Najman K.

Archives of Foundry Engineering

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2019

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iss. 3

21--26

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In this paper results of microstructural observations for series of CuZn39Pb2 alloys produced from qualified scraps are presented. The individual alloy melts were differentiated in terms of thermal parameters of continuous casting as well as refining methods and modifications. Structural observations performed by SEM and TEM revealed formation of different types of intermetallic phases including “hard particles”. EDS results show that “hard particles” are enrich in silicon, phosphorus, iron, chromium and nickel elements. Additionally, formation of Al-Fe-Si and Al-Cr in alloy melts was observed as well. It was found that quantity and morphology of intermetallic phases strongly depends upon the chemical composition of raw materials, process parameters, modifiers and refining procedure applied during casting. It was observed that refining process results in very effective refinement of intermetallic phases, whereas modifiers, particularly carbon-based, results in formation of large particles in the microstructure.