Metal Casting Simulation
Metal casting simulation is currently performed by Finite Element Method simulation software designed as a defect-prediction tool for the foundry engineer, in order to correct and/or improve his/her casting process, even before prototype trials are produced. The idea is to use information to analyze and predict results in a simple and effective manner to simulate different processes such as:
- Gravity sand casting.
- Gravity die casting.
- Gravity tilt pouring.
- Low pressure die casting.
- High pressure die casting.
The software would normally have the following specifications:
- Graphical interface and mesh tools
- Mould filling solver
- Solidification and cooling solver: Thermal and thermo-mechanical (Casting shrinkage).
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