Method for Rapid Small-Scale Simulated Aluminum Alloy Castings

Author(s):

Taylor Cain and Jon-Erik Mogonye

Abstract:

A method for rapid small laboratory-scale production of aluminum alloys was evaluated for its ability to provide industrially relevant solidification rates. The results of this study have validated the button melting method for suitable use to provide industrially relevant solidification rates and resulting microstructure. Buttons produced using this method are expected to provide rapid discovery and selection of novel aluminum alloys.