References & Sources  -  August 1, 1998

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Vacuuming metals into molds

Drawing molten metal into a mold from the bottom by means of suction enables the production of thin-walled steel components.

References:

Chandley, G.D. 1998. Use of vacuum for counter-gravity casting of metals. Innovations in Materials Conference. July. Washington, D.C.

Sources:

G. Dixon Chandley
Metal Casting Technology, Inc.
127 Old Wilton Road
Milford, NH 03055

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