A Review: Advancements and Applications of Investment Casting Technology in Aerospace Industries

Year : 2025 | Volume : 15 | Issue : 01 | Page :
    By

    Mayurkumar R Chotaliya,

  • Heena M Patel,

  • Milankumar M Pankhaniya,

  • Parth M Lakum,

  1. Assistant Professor, Mechanical Engineering, Atmiya University, Rajkot, Gujarat, India
  2. Assistant Professor, Mechanical Engineering, Atmiya University, Rajkot, Gujarat, India
  3. Assistant Professor, Mechanical Engineering, Atmiya University, Rajkot, Gujarat, India
  4. Assistant Professor, Mechanical Engineering, Atmiya University, Rajkot, Gujarat, India

Abstract

A conventional method for producing intricate and superior metal components is investment casting. It utilizes a wax pattern, a refractory shell, and molten metal to create a near-net-shape product. This method has been around for more than 5,000 years and is still relevant in various industries today, especially in aerospace. Investment casting, also known as lost-wax casting, is essential to the aerospace industry’s ability to produce complex, high-performance parts. The review paper aims to provide valuable insights into the role of investment casting in meeting the demanding requirements of aerospace parts production. The paper discusses the historical development of investment casting techniques, focusing on recent innovations that have enhanced efficiency, precision, and cost-effectiveness. Additionally, the review discusses recent advancements in investment casting technology, such as the integration of computer-aided design and simulation tools, which have enhanced efficiency, precision, and cost-effectiveness. Overall, this review provides valuable insights into the current state and future prospects of investment casting in modern aerospace engineering, showcasing its significance in achieving performance, reliability, and sustainability objectives. All things considered, the paper highlights how important investment casting is to the aerospace sector. It enables the production of lighter, more efficient components for commercial and defense aircraft, contributing to achieving performance, reliability, and sustainability goals. Further research and advancements in materials, process optimization, and simulation hold the potential to address future challenges in aerospace engineering.

Keywords: Investment casting, aerospace industries, casting application, ceramic substance, alloys

[This article belongs to Journal of Materials & Metallurgical Engineering ]

How to cite this article:
Mayurkumar R Chotaliya, Heena M Patel, Milankumar M Pankhaniya, Parth M Lakum. A Review: Advancements and Applications of Investment Casting Technology in Aerospace Industries. Journal of Materials & Metallurgical Engineering. 2025; 15(01):-.
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Mayurkumar R Chotaliya, Heena M Patel, Milankumar M Pankhaniya, Parth M Lakum. A Review: Advancements and Applications of Investment Casting Technology in Aerospace Industries. Journal of Materials & Metallurgical Engineering. 2025; 15(01):-. Available from: https://journals.stmjournals.com/jomme/article=2025/view=201592


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Volume 15
Issue 01
Received 06/02/2025
Accepted 21/02/2025
Published 22/02/2025
Publication Time 16 Days
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