Evolution of Metal Casting Technologies A Historical Perspective /

• Main Authors: Khan, Muhammad Azhar Ali (Author), Sheikh, Anwar Khalil (Author), Al-Shaer, Bilal Suleiman (Author)
• Corporate Author: SpringerLink (Online service)
• Format: Electronic eBook
• Language: English
• Published: Cham : Springer International Publishing : Imprint: Springer, 2017.
• Series: SpringerBriefs in Applied Sciences and Technology,
• Subjects: Materials science.; Industrial engineering.; Technology > History.; Metals.; Materials Science.; Metallic Materials.; History of Technology.; Operating Procedures, Materials Treatment.; Ceramics, Glass, Composites, Natural Methods.

This book provides an overview of metal casting technologies starting from its historical evolution to casting design strategies that are being followed today in foundries and other metal casting industries. The details of most of the casting processes and their applications are also included for co...

Table of Contents:

• Introduction
• Historical Evolution of Metalcasting
• Foundry Practices
• Casting Defects
• Design Considerations in Metal Casting
• Conclusions.