| Scope |
As the aluminum industry evolves, the importance of recycling has never been greater. Aluminum’s ability to be endlessly recycled without losing its properties makes it a vital material in the transition to more sustainable, low-carbon products. Recycling aluminum not only conserves resources but also significantly reduces energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions compared to primary aluminum production. Innovations in recycling processes are essential to enhancing efficiency, lowering energy usage, and integrating higher levels of recycled material to meet the increasing demand for low-carbon aluminum in various industries.
Melting and casting are key processes in producing efficient, cost-effective, high-quality, and sustainable aluminum products. However, challenges such as increasing production capacity, improving productivity, optimizing metal microstructure, controlling impurities, and incorporating more recycled content must be addressed to meet the growing demand for sustainable materials without compromising performance or quality.
This symposium invites you to submit papers on both fundamental and applied research in the following areas:
- Inclusion Detection and Removal
- Dissolved Impurity Removal (e.g., Na)
- Filtration and Degassing
- Impact of Impurities on Cast Quality
- Grain Refinement Techniques
- Direct Chill Casting
- Open Mold Ingot Casting
- Strip Casting
- Melting and Casting of Highly Reactive Alloys (e.g., Al-Li)
- Cast Structures and Defects
- Automation, Process Modeling, and Control
- New Innovations in Process and Product Measurements and Control
- Industry 4.0 Applications in Aluminum Cast Shops
- Environmental Issues and Safety Considerations
This symposium offers an excellent platform to share knowledge, discuss emerging trends, and explore solutions to challenges in aluminum processing, casting, and recycling. We encourage you to submit papers and contribute to the continued advancement of this critical field.
Note regarding publication: Authors seeking an oral presentation opportunity must submit a manuscript for the Light Metals proceedings or have their work accepted for publication in a TMS journal. |