Evolution of Metal Casting Technologies : A Historical Perspective

This book provides an overview of metal casting technologies starting from its historical evolution to casting design strategies that are being followed today in foundries and other metal casting industries. The details of most of the casting processes and their applications are also included for co...

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Main Authors Khan, Muhammad Azhar Ali (Author), Sheikh, Anwar Khalil (Author), Al-Shaer, Bilal Suleiman (Author)
Corporate Author SpringerLink (Online service)
Format Electronic eBook
LanguageEnglish
Published Cham : Springer International Publishing : Imprint: Springer, 2017.
SeriesSpringerBriefs in Applied Sciences and Technology,
Subjects
Online AccessFull text
ISBN9783319466330
ISSN2191-530X
DOI10.1007/978-3-319-46633-0
Physical Description1 online resource (V, 43 p. 30 illus., 2 illus. in color.)

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Table of Contents:
  • Introduction
  • Historical Evolution of Metalcasting
  • Foundry Practices
  • Casting Defects
  • Design Considerations in Metal Casting
  • Conclusions.