Thixoforming: Sheffield Shaping the Future

Synopsis: Explains thixoforming, a metal-shaping process researched and developed at Sheffield. It falls within a generic class of processes called semi-solid metal forming or SSM. Looks at traditional approaches of casting and forging, highlighting the benefits and drawbacks of each process; thixoforming is believed to combine the benefits of these two techniques while removing the drawbacks. Follows the thixoforming process from the initial cut billet of extruded tool steel through to a formed product. Demonstrates the thixotropic properties of a billet of aluminium alloy which has been brought to its semi-solid state.
Language: English
Country: Great Britain
Year of production: 1995
Subjects: Chemistry
Keywords: applied chemistry; metalworking

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