Research

Current Projects

Cast Materials
137 Innovative SSM Processing 
139 Thin Wall Zinc
144 Zinc Alloy Properties for Market Development Support
152 High Production Rate Process for Metal Matrix Composite Components
153 High Performance Die Casting Alloys
155 Plating and Finishing of Zinc Die Castings-Survey of Next Generation Finishes
158 Casting Alloy Standards
169 HyperCAST

Computer Modeling and Design Aids
132 Mechanical Performance of Dies Continuation 
133 Design Support for Tooling Optimization 
150 Computational Tool for Short Run Insert Production and Improved Yield
167 Part Model to Casting Model Conversion Software

Die Surface Engineering
134 The Development of Smart Die Coatings

Die Materials
135 Improved Die Casting Process to Preserve the Life of the Die Casting Dies 
151 Rapid Tooling for Short Run Metal Mold and Increased Productivity
161 Thermal Fatigue Resistance of High Performance Die Steels
168 Die Material Properties at 46-48 HRC

Process Technologies
136 Improvements in Efficiency of Melting for Die Casting 
146 Die Casting Mechanical Property Improvements through Process Enhancements
149 Reverse Engineering Tools & Productivity Improvements for Spare Part Components
157 HI-MAC
165 MFER&D