Abstract:Lu, Hongtao Ding, and Colby Swan for their advice and input. I want to acknowledge the members of the Solidification Laboratory, especially Richard Hardin, for their support and encouragement. I also thank Jerry Thiel and the students at the University of Northern Iowa Metal Casting Center for their assistance in the casting trials. Special thanks are extended to my parents Roger and Donna, who taught me the value of hard work, persistence, and a positive mindset. Finally, thanks to my wife, Cassandra, who has… Show more
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