Understanding both the origin and procedures for removing inclusions in magnesium alloys results in castings with enhanced mechanical and corrosion properties. This article provides an overview of typical inclusions found in magnesium and its alloys, various techniques used to determine inclusion content, and methods employed to reduce inclusions and their influence on properties.

casting defects, inclusions, magnesium alloys, melt refining
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Casting defects Inclusions Magnesium alloys Casting melt treatment
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