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An introduction to the extraction, melting and casting technologies of titanium alloys

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The processes of Ti extraction, melting and casting are outlined. In addition, the major process technologies for the precision casting of titanium alloys are studied through a series of basic experiments on such fundamental phenomena as the absorption of oxygen into the sub-surface of the castpart from the molding material, mold filling and defect formation, and the formation of microstructures. Quantitative model for the phenomena being developed based on experimental results may support the production of titaniums alloy castparts free from the surface hardened layer and casting defects, and with uniform microstructure throughout the castpart.

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Suzuki, K. An introduction to the extraction, melting and casting technologies of titanium alloys. Met. Mater. Int. 7, 587–604 (2001). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF03179258

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