In order to meet expectations for higher-powered compact engines for automobiles, a new titanium alloy (Ti-6Al-4V, ti-6Al-6V-2Sn) connceting rod whose specific strength is greater than that of steel has been manufactured on a trial basis. A great weight saving can be achieved. The weight ratio of this titantium connecting rod compared to steel is from 65% to 80%. A full size fatigue test and engine test were conducted to evaluate the durability of this titanium connecting rod. As a result, its was verified that this titanium connecting rod has sufficient fatigue strength for automobile usage.


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    Title :

    Trial production and strength assessment of titanium alloy connecting rods


    Additional title:

    Versuchsproduktion und Festigkeitsbewertung von Pleuelstangen aus einer Titanlegierung


    Contributors:
    Toyama, K. (author) / Kuwayama, T. (author)

    Published in:

    Sumitomo Search ; 39 ; 73-78


    Publication date :

    1989


    Size :

    6 Seiten, 6 Bilder, 6 Tabellen, 8 Quellen



    Type of media :

    Article (Journal)


    Type of material :

    Print


    Language :

    English





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