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RheoNova – Rheocasting as a Net-Zero Pathway for Aluminium Foundries
The foundry industry needs new manufacturing processes to achieve net-zero emissions. RheoNova investigates rheocasting as an energy-efficient alternative for producing high-quality aluminium components. In collaboration with Comptech Technology AB, the project's results are translated directly into industrially applicable knowledge.
Why Rheocasting?
Aluminium foundries face increasing pressure to reduce their climate impact. Conventional die casting requires high energy to keep aluminium in a molten state. Rheocasting – where the metal is processed in a semi-solid state – reduces energy demand and creates conditions for lower CO₂ emissions without compromising component quality.
What does RheoNova do?
RheoNova is carried out as a 40-week embedded collaboration between RISE and Comptech Technology AB in Skillingaryd. The project systematically evaluates the rheocasting process with respect to energy efficiency, microstructure, and mechanical properties. The results are translated directly into production-relevant knowledge for Swedish aluminium foundries.
Benefits for industry
The project gives foundries a scientific basis for assessing rheocasting as an alternative to conventional production. It also creates a foundation for future investments in semi-solid casting processes as part of the industry's net-zero transition.
Summary
Project name
RheoNova - Sustainable Rheocasting
Status
Active
Region
Region Jönköping County
RISE role in project
Project leader and research executor
Project start
Duration
10 månader
Total budget
500 000 SEK
Partner
Funders
Coordinators
RISE Research Institutes of Sweden
Project members
Supports the UN sustainability goals
7. Affordable and clean energy
9. Industry, innovation and infrastructure
13. Climate action
