In parts I and II of our HPDC webinar series, we focused on thermal die cycling and filling simulations. In the final and third part of our series, we will turn to the final stages of the HPDC process: cooling and solidification.

The formation of internal porosity can affect the final quality of the casting part. Once filling is complete, a solidification simulation is performed to track the opening of voids that results in defects. In addition to predicting microporosity and macroporosity, FLOW-3D Cast is also used to investigate a detailed temperature history of the casting part to determine if additional cooling is required, and whether the initial process parameters need to be modified. In the final stage of HPDC, we also look at the thermally induced stresses when the casting part is being cooled after ejection from the die.

Please join us on Thursday, December 8 at 1:00 pm EST for the conclusion of our HPDC webinar series. Register today at https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/9188752091809798146

Part I and II of our webinar series: Thermal Die Cycling and Filling are now available to watch on-demand. Access them at https://www.flow3d.com/home/resources/webinars/