Integrated casting and forging process (ICFP) is a new manufacturing method combining the advantages of both casting and\nforging. Aluminum structure parts, such as aluminum alloy automobile wheel, with complex shape and excellent mechanical\nproperties can be produced by this process. The effects of different process parameters on the ICFP of the automobile wheel were\nsimulated by Forge software. Microstructure of forging region and the nonforging region were studied by experiment. The results\nshow that die temperature, static pressure of the injection piston, forging speed, and material flow have significant influences on\nthe process. Compared with nonforging region, the microstructure of forging region becomes finer, more uniform, and denser.\nMeanwhile, the casting defects can be removed and mechanical properties improved.
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