4 - Fabrication and Formability
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What makes aluminum easy to machine?
💡 Hint: Think about the physical properties of aluminum.
Name one welding technique used for aluminum.
💡 Hint: These techniques are commonly associated with aluminum.
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What is a common welding technique for aluminum?
💡 Hint: Think of the welding method that requires a non-consumable electrode.
True or False: Aluminum is difficult to machine because of its high melting point.
💡 Hint: Consider aluminum's properties compared to other metals.
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Evaluate the impact of using a high-silicon alloy in casting processes for aluminum. What advantages do high-silicon alloys present compared to low-silicon alloys?
💡 Hint: Consider how alloy compositions affect the material properties.
Design a case study where you demonstrate the pros and cons of using aluminum for large-scale construction. What considerations must be made?
💡 Hint: Analyze both sides of the aluminum application in your case study.
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