Find out the technological developments, inventions, new materials and dissemination activities developed by the AZTERLAN team.
Microstructural Tuning of a Laser-Cladding Layer by Means of a Mix of Commercial Inconel 625 and AISI H13 Powders
The aim of this work is to evaluate the microstructural evolutions developed by mixing a corrosion-resistant and high-performance material with
Growth of spheroidal graphite on nitride nuclei: disregistry and crystallinity during early growth
The graphite phase resulting from the stable solidification of iron-carbon-silicon alloys can have a variety of morphologies, from lamellar to
Metallic composite material to protect against high velocity projectiles and high energy impacts
Catastrophic failure of structures due to the impact of high-energy waves or high-velocity projectiles can occur in a wide range
Grain Size Prediction Model in Aluminium Castings Manufactured by Low Pressure Technology
The grain refinement in a real casting manufactured by Low Pressure Die Casting (LPDC) such as wheels and steering knuckles
Evaluation of the corrosion resistance of a new AlSi10MnMg(Fe) secondary alloy
In this work the corrosion resistance of a new AlSi10MnMg(Fe) secondary alloy is evaluated as a function of the wall
A Quick Cycle Time Sensitivity Analysis of Boron Steel Hot Stamping
Several vehicle platforms involving the hot stamping of manufactured parts are launched every year. Mass production represents a key step
Some paradoxical observations about spheroidal graphite degeneracy
Differential thermal analysis experiments have been performed on samples machined from Y2-blocks cast with different high-silicon spheroidal graphite irons. Depending
A reliable machining process by means of intensive use of modelling and process monitoring: approach 2025
This paper covers three significant aspects. Firstly, a global approach to manufacture high-added value components is presented. This process involves
Cast components in super duplex alloys-intercomparison between bench moulding and 3D printing
This research work is focused on the application of sand moulds made with 3D printing technology to manufacture super duplex
Effect of Silicon and Graphite Degeneration on High-Temperature Oxidation of Ductile Cast Irons in Open Air
The use of high silicon ductile irons is increasing as they offer some advantages with respect to conventional pearlitic–ferritic grades
A Comparative Study of Graphite Growth in Cast Iron and in Analogous Systems
Crystallization of graphite during the solidification and cooling of cast iron to room temperature has been the object of relentless,
Rapid determination of nodularity index in ductile cast iron production
One of the most important facts in foundry industry when producing ductile iron castings is the rapid determination of the
The effect of the substitution of silicon by aluminium on the mechanical properties of gray iron
Gray iron, a Fe-C-Si alloy, is one of the most common ferrous alloys used in the metal casting industry. Silicon
Integration of a novel mechanical sand reclamation technology in a steel foundry to maximise SFS valorisation in foundry and construction applications
Spent Foundry Sand (SFS) generation is intrinsic to metal casting processes. Most of the foundries use sand moulds and cores
Solidification and Room Temperature Microstructure of a Fully Pearlitic Compacted Graphite Cast Iron
Compacted graphite cast irons are rapidly developing for they have better mechanical properties than lamellar graphite cast irons and present
Hydrogen Embrittlement Susceptibility of R4 and R5 High-Strenght Mooring Steels in Cold and Warm Seawater
Hydrogen embrittlement susceptibility ratios calculated from slow strain rate tensile tests have been employed to study the response of three