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A Design Study in Aluminum Castings -Uplock Support                                          
Microstructure Control

The drawing to the right highlights three features on the uplock which have a structural function

  • Feature A -- The main boss and hole for the lock rod.
  • Feature B -- The horizontal stiffening rib.
  • Feature C -- The clevises on the side wall.

The casting engineer should consider which of these features are isolated and have heavier cross-sections where chills should be used in the mold to control solidification.

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Choose the Features ( A, B, and/or C) where chills should be used to control the solidification and the microstructure.


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