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Topic Title: WEB RESOURCE: Magnesium Die Castings
Topic Summary: Class notes mentioning use of magnesium in Volkswagen vehicles
Created On: 2/11/2007 11:23 AM

 2/11/2007 11:23 AM


Lynne Robinson

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Joined: 2/3/2007

These class notes describe the use of magnesium in sumps for Volkswagen Minis and die cast crank cases and transmission housings for the Beetle. Current applications include seat frames, transmission system casings, air bag housings and lock bodies.

SOURCE: Grieve, David J. "Automotive Technology - MECH 330 Notes." University of Plymouth, UK. 08 June 2001.

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