CHAPTER 20

Casting and Welding

Learning Objectives

By the end of this chapter, the student will be able:

  • To describe the different types of casting processes
  • To demonstrate the process of pattern making, mould making, core making, and the methods of sand testing
  • To describe the casting defects and their remedies
  • To describe the welding as a metal joining process
  • To demonstrate the different types of welding techniques with some allied processes such as soldering, brazing and braze welding
  • To describe the welding defects and their remedies
CASTING
20.1 INTRODUCTION

Casting is an ancient manufacturing process. It had been used during 4000-5300 B.C. for manufacturing of copper arrowheads. In the field of casting, a number of modern technologies ...

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