Department
Materials Science and Engineering
Major
Metallurgical Engineering
Research Advisor
Askeland, Donald R.
Advisor's Department
Materials Science and Engineering
Abstract
This paper describes the methodology used to estimate the solidification time of castings produced by processes in which normal thermal analysis cannot be used, such as centrifugal casting. This methodology utilizes the relationship between microstructure, in particular secondary dendrite arm spacing (SDAS), and freezing time. Using this method it is shown that position within the casting and casting geometry affect the SDAS and freezing time. However, the SDAS did not vary across the wall section due to differences in filling pattern compared to sand casting. Further research is necessary to determine filling pattern effects on microstructure.
Document Type
Report
Presentation Date
29 Jan 1993
Recommended Citation
Lane, Stephen M., "Solidification Modeling of Centrifugal Casting" (1993). Opportunities for Undergraduate Research Experience Program (OURE). 99.
https://scholarsmine.mst.edu/oure/99
