The Numerical Simulation and Optimization in Squeeze Casting of the Air Conditioning Compressor Front Cover

Abstract

Using the ProCast casting simulation software to make squeeze casting process simulation and analysis of the solidification process of the air conditioning compressor front cover and predict the location of gas volumes and shrinkage defects in the filling process. When adjusted the process parameters, volumes gas defects were eliminated, but there was still shrinkage occurs in the center. When imposed a secondary pressure on the central part, shrinkage was eliminated.

Numerical Simulation and Experimental Validation of Squeeze Casting of AlSi9Mg Aluminum Alloy Component with a Large Size

“…Squeeze casting, also known as liquid die forging, refers to the combined castingforging process of filling, solidification and forming of liquid or semisolid metal under pressure by injecting a certain amount of liquid metal into the mold cavity and applying high mechanical pressure [14,15]. The most prominent feature of squeeze casting is the fact that the high pressure in the manufacturing process can form components with complex shapes and dense microstructures [16].…”