Ford body lightweight technology latest breakthrough

Parts of the MuCell micro-foam injection molding technology using a honeycomb structure can reduce the weight of the body by up to 20%, ensuring durability while optimizing fuel economy and reducing emissions. Injecting air bubbles during the forming of the part allows it to exhibit a fine structure similar to bubble chocolate under the microscope, thereby further reducing the need for plastic material. The production process for such parts requires less energy and time and can effectively reduce production emissions and manufacturing costs.


Reducing the weight of the car is an important way to improve fuel efficiency and reduce emissions. In the past 30 years, in order to apply more advanced equipment and configuration to improve the safety performance of vehicles, the weight of automobile bodies is constantly increasing. Ford Motor has also found ways to gradually reduce the weight of the car while taking into account the addition of advanced equipment configuration and ensuring that the vehicle receives the European NCAP five-star safety rating. Recently, we have been inspired by bubble chocolate to reduce the weight of the body by filling the air bubbles in the manufacturing process of plastic parts.

In general, the weight reduction of a car can be achieved by switching to a stronger and lighter weight metal material. For plastic parts, the hardest part is how to reduce their weight while maintaining their strength, durability or performance. Now, Ford has found a way to solve this problem. By using the MuCell micro-foam injection molding technology to fill the air bubbles in the part forming process, a very fine honeycomb structure is formed. These fine voids save the plastic material. , which reduces weight and does not affect any performance of the part.

Compared to conventional processes, MuCell technology reduces the pressure required during injection molding and increases productivity by 33%, reducing manufacturing energy, emissions and costs.

In addition to this new plastic, Ford has adopted many other ways to reduce the weight of the car, because the weight reduction of the car allows the car to have better handling, faster acceleration response and faster braking. This is a win-win technology that can reduce the weight of the car by 20%, without the need for additional cost or loss of performance, and also contribute to the overall optimization of the product.

MuCell technology will gradually be applied to the hoods of the new Ford Focus, C-MAX, C-MAX Grand, Mondeo and Galaxy models. Ford Motors has been committed to achieving 100 kg for small cars and 300 kg for large cars by 2020 and to incorporate them into the company's environmental initiatives. In addition to MuCell technology, Ford's lightweight solution also includes a range of special materials, such as high-strength boron steel, which is now widely used in Ford models.

In addition to the use of these new materials, Ford also continues to introduce other innovative technologies to optimize the fuel economy of the car. The Ford EcoBoost engine enables larger, more efficient, lower-emission engines without compromising the vehicle's dynamic performance. In addition, Ford's engine start-stop technology, aerodynamic air intake grille and low rolling resistance tires and other advanced technologies help the Ford Econetic series become the leader in high fuel economy models.

Aluminium Casement Windows

Aluminum alloy casement window is a common type of window with the following characteristics:
1. Structural characteristics
Frame
The frame is made of aluminum alloy profiles, which have the advantages of light weight, high strength and corrosion resistance. Its cross-sectional shape is diverse and can be selected according to different design requirements and stress conditions to ensure the stability of the window.
Opening method
The window sash is connected to the window frame through hinges and can be opened outward or inward. The outward opening type does not occupy indoor space and has a wide field of vision, but has higher requirements for the sealing and safety of the window; the inward opening type is convenient for cleaning the outside of the window, but it will occupy a certain amount of indoor space.
2. Performance characteristics
Good sealing
When the casement window is closed, the window sash fits tightly with the window frame, and with high-quality sealing strips, it can effectively prevent rain, dust and noise from entering the room. Its sealing performance is better than that of sliding windows, which can better maintain the indoor environmental quality.
Good ventilation
The opening angle can be adjusted according to needs to achieve good ventilation effect. Some casement windows can also be equipped with limit devices to control the opening angle to ensure safety while achieving ventilation.
Strong security
Hardware accessories such as hinges and locks can provide better security. If the outward-opening casement window adopts a multi-point lock system, it can effectively prevent the window sash from being pried open by external force; the inward-opening casement window is easy to operate indoors, and the safety can also be enhanced by adding guardrails.
3. Aesthetics and durability
Aesthetics
Aluminum alloy profiles can be subjected to a variety of surface treatments, such as anodizing, powder coating, fluorocarbon coating, etc., which can present different colors and textures, and can match various architectural styles to enhance the overall aesthetics of the building.
Durability
Aluminum alloy itself has good corrosion resistance and is not easy to rust. With proper maintenance, its service life is long. However, the quality of hardware accessories has a greater impact on the overall durability of the window. High-quality hardware accessories can ensure the long-term and stable use of the window.

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