Panfilov E.V. The outlooks for production of vermicular graphite iron castings at PAO KAMAZ foundry
Some peculiarities of making a number of automobile castings from vermicular graphite iron at PAO KAMAZ foundry are discussed. Tasks that must be solved for the development of that prospectful technology are formulated.
Key words: Vermicular graphite iron, furnace charge, inoculation, microstructure, automotive castings.

Ivanova V.A., Shamina E.O. On the use of сupola for obtaining CGI castings
The technology of modifying gray cast iron of cupola melting with the purpose of obtaining compacted graphite iron (CGI) is presented. The possibility of obtaining CGI with a content of spheroidal graphite not more than 20% by modifying the cast iron of cupola melting with wire containing magnesium and rare-earth metals is ascertained. The hereditary properties of cast iron are affected by both the smelting technology and the properties of the initial charge. The influence of casting coke on the structure of the cast iron is considered.
Key words: CGI, cupola, coke, quality, graphite shape.

Ilyushkin D.A., Davydov S.V. Structure, properties and peculiarities of using vermicular graphite iron for making glass mold parts
Issues of raising service durability of molds when making glass items are discussed. The advantages of the process of making glass molds from vermicular graphite iron are shown.
Key words: Glass mold, service durability, in-ladle inoculation, high-temperature anneal, graphite structure.

Panov A.G., Gurtovoy D.A., Zakirov E.S., Degtyaryova N.G., Shayekhova I.F., Mylnikova V.A. About the possibility of increase in CGI properties by austempering
The first results of the complex researches by NChI KFU, KAMAZ and RC Modificator of influence of heat treatment on CGI structure and properties are presented in article. It is shown that austempering of CGI raises his strength characteristics more, than twice and, thanks to good foundry properties, exclusively high resistance of deformation, good damping capacity and mach inability, allow to expand CGI applications, in particular, instead of the alloyed SGI, including ADI.
Key words: CGI, austempering, bainite, properties.

Kuzovov S.S., Makarenko K.V., Dmitrieva N.V. Analysis of the influence of the chemical composition became on the formation of hot cracks in castings
When considering the reasons for the formation of hot cracks (HС) in steel castings, it is necessary to analyze a large number of factors to determine the occurrence of a defect. Analysis of the surface of the technology of casting shows the relationship between the number of defective castings and the sequence of injection molding. The chemical composition plays an important role in the formation of HС. A comparison of the chemical composition of cured and suitable castings was considered taking into account the joint influence of manganese and the sulfur content in steel 20GL the fracture toughness of castings for railway transport.
Key words: Defect, casting, steel, hot crack, chemical composition.

Andreyev V.V., Nuraliyev F.A., Kaftannikov A.S., Kovalevich Е.V., Sachek S.M., Yakovlev M.I., Petrov Y.A., Privalov V.A. Efficient cooperation of science and production in creating new technologies for making critical large-tonnage machine-building castings
Presented are the results of effective cooperation between a scientific organization and a production plant in creating new technologies of manufacturing critical large-tonnage engineering iron castings. It is shown that on the basis of gained experience, new joint design, material science and technological developments using the existing production facilities there are all grounds for the production at OAO ‘Petrozavodskmash’ of largetonnage engineering castings weighing up to 120 t from irons of various grades.
Key words: Foundry tooling, cement mixtures, hardening cycle,blade mixer, drying cylinders, ingot moulds.

Korotchenko A.Y., Kotomin S.V., Tverskoy M.V., Khilkov D.E., Shabeko A.A. The development of a new composition of the metal powder mixture to injection molding
Shows the main physical and technological properties of the metal powder mixture of steel 40ХМА intended for the manufacture of parts via MIM technology. Given the results of determination of granulometric composition and particle shape. The obtained values of tensile strength, hardness and roughness. The results of the determination of the melt flow rate and the dependence of viscosity on shear rate.
Key words: MIM technology, die casting, sintering, feedstock, viscosity, shear rate.

Batyshev K.A., Katelin V.A., Semyonov K.G., Pankratov S.N., Koloskov S.B. Modern modelling systems and measurement complexes for making quality gas-turbine building castings

Use of modern computer programs in the production of critical castings – an indispensable condition of making high-quality parts. The article presents the results of using programs NX Unigraphics, ProCast and Polygon for making defect-free blades for gas-turbine engines. Modern methods of controlling the quality of critical castings are presented.
Key words: Computer programs, models, measurement complexes, control methods, temperature distribution, gating system, castings.

Tkachenko S.S., Yemelyanov V.O., Martynov K.V. Automation of casting processes in modern conditions
The article presents foundry automation schemes on the basis of network solution and modern control systems. The concept of virtual production model based on cyberphysical systems.
Key words: Complex automation, casting processes, cloud computations, network solutions.nditions

Panfilov E.V. The outlooks for production of vermicular graphite iron castings at PAO KAMAZ foundry

Ivanova V.A., Shamina E.O. On the use of сupola for obtaining CGI castings

Ilyushkin D.A., Davydov S.V. Structure, properties and peculiarities of using vermicular graphite iron for making glass mold parts

Panov A.G., Gurtovoy D.A., Zakirov E.S., Degtyaryova N.G., Shayekhova I.F., Mylnikova V.A. About the possibility of increase in CGI properties by austempering

Kuzovov S.S., Makarenko K.V., Dmitrieva N.V. Analysis of the influence of the chemical composition became on the formation of hot cracks in castings

Andreyev V.V., Nuraliyev F.A., Kaftannikov A.S., Kovalevich Е.V., Sachek S.M., Yakovlev M.I., Petrov Y.A., Privalov V.A. Efficient cooperation of science and production in creating new technologies for making critical large-tonnage machine-building castings

Korotchenko A.Y., Kotomin S.V., Tverskoy M.V., Khilkov D.E., Shabeko A.A. The development of a new composition of the metal powder mixture to injection molding

Batyshev K.A., Katelin V.A., Semyonov K.G., Pankratov S.N., Koloskov S.B. Modern modelling systems and measurement complexes for making quality gas-turbine building castings

Tkachenko S.S., Yemelyanov V.O., Martynov K.V. Automation of casting processes in modern conditions

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