DOI: 10.31399/asm.amp.2015-01.p031 ISSN:
Environmentally Friendly Injection Molding Process Makes Strides
Stephen E. LeBeau- Mechanical Engineering
- Mechanics of Materials
- General Materials Science
Abstract
Thixomolding is an environmentally clean and safe commercial process for semi-solid injection molding of magnesium alloys. The process is similar to plastic injection molding but with higher temperature and faster shot velocity. This article reviews advantages and applications of the process and future outlook for it.