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Section 11.4 Permanent-mold Casting Processes 28
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spokes can be cast by this process. (b) Schematic illustration of casting by centrifuging. The
molds are placed at the periphery of the machine, and the molten metal is forced into the
molds by centrifugal force.

Centrifuging. In centrifuging (also called centrifuge casting), mold cavities of any
shape are placed at a certain distance from the axis of rotation. The molten metal is
poured from the center and is forced into the mold by centrifugal forces (Fig. 1 1.23b).
The properties of the castings can vary by distance from the axis of rotation, as in
true centrifugal casting.

I I.4.7 Squeeze Casting and Semisolid-metal Forming

Two casting processes that incorporate features of both casting and forging
(Chapter 14) are squeeze casting and semisolid-metal forming.

Squeeze Casting. The squeeze-casting (or liquid-metal forging) process was de-

veloped in the 1960s and involves the solidification of molten metal under high
pressure (Fig. 11.24). Typical products made are automotive components and
mortar bodies (a short-barrelled cannon). The machinery includes a die, punch,
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FIGURE I I.24 Sequence of operations in the squeeze-casting process. This process combines
the advantages of casting and forging.