Abstract
A recent review of modelling of semisolid processing highlighted the need for appropriate methods to validate the models. Experimental details are given here of a flow visualization method for tin/lead and aluminum alloys.
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Atkinson, H.V., Ward, P.J. Flow visualization for semi-solid processing. JOM 58, 21–23 (2006). https://doi.org/10.1007/s11837-006-0174-x
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