Thermodynamics in casting

Thermodynamics in casting refers to how heat moves and changes during the process of shaping metal. When molten metal is poured into a mold, it cools and solidifies, and this heat transfer affects the quality and properties of the final piece. Controlling temperature, cooling rate, and heat flow ensures the metal solidifies uniformly and minimizes defects. Understanding thermodynamics helps engineers optimize casting conditions for strong, precise, and defect-free metal parts by managing how heat is transferred and how the metal cools and solidifies.