Al-Based Foams as Permanent Cores in Al Castings: Effect of Surface Skin Thickness and Composition on Infiltration and Core-Shell Bonding

An emerging and still poorly explored application of aluminum foams is their potential use as permanent cores (inserts) in the casting of aluminum alloys. In this context, Al-based foams can introduce a weight reduction, the obtainment of cavities, a strength increase, the ability to absorb impact e...

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Main Authors: Sara Ferraris, Antonio Santostefano, Antonio Barbato, Roberto Molina, Graziano Ubertalli
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2021-10-01
Series:Metals
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2075-4701/11/11/1715