Product Design & development of High-Pressure moulding machine and analysis of various mould properties

Abstract

Although there are many advanced technologies for metal casting, green sand casting is one of the most commonly used casting processes today due to its low cost of raw materials, and ability to produce a variety of castings both in size and composition, and the ability to recycle the moulding sand. The green sand-casting process is one of the most versatile processes in manufacturing because it is used for most metals and alloys even with high melting temperatures such as iron, copper, and nickel. Understanding the conventional and modern green sand moulding method can help redesign for manufacturability and utilize processes for modernization of foundry; that meet specific requirements. The flexibility of moulding is demonstrated by the number of moulding processes currently available. This wide range of choices offers design engineers and component users’ enormous flexibility in their metal forming needs. Each process offers distinct advantages and benefits when matched with the proper product application. This project is to design a high-pressure moulding machine and study, compare mould properties achieved by different moulding methods, that help improve product quality.