Mechanical characterization of aluminium alloys for high temperature applications Part 2: Al-Cu, Al-Mg alloys
Abstract
Mechanical characterization of aluminium alloys
for high temperature applications
Part 2: Al-Cu, Al-Mg alloys
R. Molina, P. Amalberto - Teksid Aluminum
M. Rosso
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used for the production of castings for
automotive engine components are coming
from the evolution trend of Internal
combustion engines towards higher specific
power output. Cylinder heads, in particular,
have to withstand higher operating
temperatures and stress levels. The present
article is the continuation of a study aimed to
evaluate the mechanical properties at high
temperature of Al-Cu and Al-Mg families of
aluminium alloys to evaluate their suitability
as a potential alternative to the Al-Si-Cu
alloys traditionally used for the production of
cylinder head castings
automotive engine components are coming
from the evolution trend of Internal
combustion engines towards higher specific
power output. Cylinder heads, in particular,
have to withstand higher operating
temperatures and stress levels. The present
article is the continuation of a study aimed to
evaluate the mechanical properties at high
temperature of Al-Cu and Al-Mg families of
aluminium alloys to evaluate their suitability
as a potential alternative to the Al-Si-Cu
alloys traditionally used for the production of
cylinder head castings
