Ultrasonic Treatment of Light Alloy Melts

This book explores the application of power ultrasound in light metal processing, covering both fundamental principles and industrial applications. Building on the success of previous editions, this updated work examines ultrasonic melt treatment in direct-chill casting, shape casting, rapid solidification, and emerging technologies like additive manufacturing. It details how ultrasonic processing affects degassing, filtration, and microstructural refinement in aluminum and magnesium alloys, incorporating the latest research findings and measurement techniques. The extensively revised and expanded Third Edition:Features new chapters on numerical modeling and ultrasound-assisted additive manufacturing. Incorporates research enabled by ultra high-speed imaging, synchrotron visualization, and advanced acoustic measurement techniques. Presents updates on cavitation mechanisms, acoustic flows, and contactless ultrasonic processing. Includes computational models that elucidate complex physical phenomena during ultrasonic processing. Offers expanded coverage of practical implementation in both laboratory and industrial settings. With contributions from four internationally recognized experts, this third edition delivers an essential reference for researchers, industry professionals, and graduate students in materials science, metallurgical engineering, and manufacturing technology, providing both theoretical foundations and practical guidelines for implementing this transformative technology.