Aluminum Alloy with Zinc and Metal Foam Produced Therefrom

Publication: DE102024125837A1
Published: 2025-03-13
Family Size: 1
Granted: No

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This invention relates to new aluminum alloys that contain zinc, along with magnesium and silicon, and the resulting metal foams made from these alloys. Additionally, it covers methods for manufacturing both the alloys and the metal foams. These metal foams are lightweight, porous materials with applications in a variety of industries.

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  • Lightweight structural components in automotive and aerospace industries
  • Impact-absorbing materials for crash protection
  • Sound insulation panels in buildings and vehicles
  • Heat exchangers with high surface area and low weight
  • Advanced filtration media for liquids or gases

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  • Reduced weight compared to conventional metals, increasing energy efficiency
  • Improved energy absorption properties for improved safety in crashes
  • Enhanced corrosion resistance due to alloy composition
  • Thermal and acoustic insulation from the porous metal structure
  • Versatile manufacturing methods allowing for use in various industry sectors

Technical Classifications (CPCs)

Main Classifications

Chemistry & Materials Science

Manufacturing & Transport

Sub Classifications

Casting & Powder Metallurgy

Metallurgy & Alloys (Non-Ferrous)

CPC Codes

B22F3/11C22C18/04C22C21/10C22C30/06

Inventors & Applicants

Applicants

Helmholtz Zentrum Berlin Fuer Mat und Energie Gesellschaft mit Beschraenkter Haftung

Patent Abstract

Die Erfindung betrifft Aluminiumlegierungen, die Zink enthalten, Metallschäume, die die Aluminiumlegierungen enthalten, und Verfahren zur Herstellung der Legierungen und der Metallschäume. Die Aluminiumlegierungen enthalten ferner Magnesium und Silizium.

Key Information

Publication No.

DE102024125837A1

Family ID

94691957

Publication Date

2025-03-13

Application No.

DE102024125837A

Application Date

2024-09-09

Priority Date

2023-09-13

Granted

No

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