Eren Billur

2 weeks ago | metalformingmagazine.com | Eren Billur |Lou Kren

Die-cast aluminum has replaced some stamped and welded assemblies in high-end low-volume cars for many years—shock towers are one example. The switch to aluminum, which saves weight but comes with additional cost, typically provides a positive cost/kg saved. One example: Audi replaced 10 stamped components with one casting (Fig. 1) in the A6 front shock tower.