Cast process modeling involves the simulation of mold filling and solidification of a cast metal. This collection introduces the theories behind casting process modeling, and presents application examples for shape castings, ingot castings, and spray forming. The 19 contributions begin with discussions of heat transfer, fluid dynamics, stress analysis, defects formation, microstructure evolution, thermophysical properties, and electronic data interchange. The application chapters address sand casting, lost foam casting, semi-solid metalworking, direct chill casting, and vacuum arc and electroslag remelting. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
