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S&M3712 Research Paper of Special Issue https://doi.org/10.18494/SAM5158 Published: July 24, 2024 Design and Simulation of a Maintenance-friendly and Cost-effective Molten Aluminum Alloy Casting Mechanism [PDF] Budhi Bakhtiar, Nai-Hsien Wang, Chao-Ming Hsu, Kuo-Kuang Fan, Cheng-Fu Yang, and Deng-Chuan Cai (Received May 26, 2024; Accepted June 26, 2024) Keywords: melting point, aluminum alloy, reduction mechanism, casting mechanism, SolidWorks
The aim of this research was to design and simulate a low-cost, easy-to-maintain molten aluminum alloy casting mechanism. This mechanism was intended to address labor shortages in harsh and high-temperature environments. The functional requirements of the mechanism were as follows: it needed to withstand temperatures exceeding 700 ℃, operate without deformation, and ensure that the ladle’s positioning error during each rotation did not exceed 1 deg. Additionally, the mechanism’s durability had to meet industry standards, with the ladle’s output shaft capable of bearing pressures exceeding 100 kg/cm2. The design should be modular, allowing for the replacement of specific components to accommodate varying specifications in the future. To begin with, a 3D model was constructed using SolidWorks CAD software to verify operational interferences and simulate assembly, ensuring that the design was practical and logically sound. During the design process, mechanical design handbooks and catalogs from major component suppliers were consulted to utilize standard sizes and specifications as much as possible. Once the model was confirmed, structural analyses were conducted using Ansys to ensure that the mechanism could withstand significant loads without failure. Furthermore, the design would focus on ensuring that the mechanism was robust and reliable under high-temperature conditions, reducing the need for frequent maintenance and downtime. The modular design approach not only enhances the flexibility of the mechanism but also simplifies future upgrades and adjustments, ensuring long-term usability and adaptability.
Corresponding author: Chao-Ming Hsu and Cheng-Fu YangThis work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License. Cite this article Budhi Bakhtiar, Nai-Hsien Wang, Chao-Ming Hsu, Kuo-Kuang Fan, Cheng-Fu Yang, and Deng-Chuan Cai, Design and Simulation of a Maintenance-friendly and Cost-effective Molten Aluminum Alloy Casting Mechanism, Sens. Mater., Vol. 36, No. 7, 2024, p. 2955-2964. |