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Paw-Dragging: a Novel, Sensitive Analysis of the Mouse Cylinder Test
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2015
Classical forelimb asymmetry analysis of the cylinder test is routinely used to assess behavioural deficits in rats following brain injury or stroke; however, it fails to detect consistent deficits in mice. This study demonstrates that quantifying paw-dragging behaviour is a more sensitive analysis of brain injury in mice.
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Casting Protocols for the Production of Open Cell Aluminum Foams by the Replication Technique and the Effect on Porosity
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2014
Replication is one of the processing techniques used for the production of porous metal sponges. In this paper one implementation of the method for the production of open celled porous aluminum is shown in detail.
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Indirect Fabrication of Lattice Metals with Thin Sections Using Centrifugal Casting
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2016
An indirect additive manufacturing method combining a 3D printing of polymers with a centrifugal casting is outlined for manufacturing 3D octet truss metals (Al and Cu alloys) having a unit cell length of 5 mm with a wall thickness of 0.5 mm.
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Cylinders in Three-Dimensional Space
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2026
A cylindrical surface is generated when a two-dimensional profile curve is translated along a straight line in three-dimensional space. The translated copies of the curve form a surface composed of parallel rulings, each oriented in the same fixed direction. This construction allows many three-dimensional forms to be described using relatively simple planar equations.In Cartesian coordinates, a cylindrical surface is often recognized by an equation that omits one of the three variables. For...
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Cerebrovascular Casting of the Adult Mouse for 3D Imaging and Morphological Analysis
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2011
In this article, we present a simple, practical technique for cerebrovascular casting that is easy to perform and can be utilized to image the vascular tree of the adult mouse brain.
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Temperature and cooling control influence how completely the material fills the cylindrical cavity and how the internal structure develops during solidification. If these conditions are poorly managed, the component may experience porosity, cracks, or dimensional inaccuracies. Controlling them helps produce cylinders with more consistent geometry and internal quality before machining or inspection.
Pouring rate affects how the molten material enters and fills the mold, while mold material contributes to the conditions under which the casting cools. Engineers consider both factors when seeking accurate dimensions and fewer defects. Their selection and control support the production of usable shafts, sleeves, pipes, and other cylindrical engineering components.
Shrinkage occurs as the cast material cools and solidifies, and it can contribute to dimensional inaccuracies or internal defects if not considered during process control. Engineers account for shrinkage alongside temperature, cooling, and mold conditions. Doing so improves the likelihood that the finished cylinder will retain the intended shape and meet requirements for later machining or use.
A typical workflow includes preparing the cylindrical mold, pouring the molten metal or other cast material, and controlling cooling as solidification occurs. Afterward, the cylinder may be machined, inspected, and evaluated. These stages connect shape formation with quality assessment, allowing engineers to identify dimensional or structural problems before the component enters service.
Post-casting evaluation focuses on the component's dimensions, visible or identified defects, and suitability for its intended engineering role. Machining can refine the produced cylinder, while inspection helps assess issues such as porosity, cracks, and dimensional inaccuracies. Together, these activities determine whether the part is appropriate for mechanical systems, construction, transportation, or industrial equipment.
Cylinder casting supports the manufacture of shafts, sleeves, pipes, and other cylindrical parts used across engineering. These components can contribute to mechanical systems, construction projects, transportation equipment, and industrial machinery. The process is valuable where a cylindrical form must be produced first and then potentially machined and evaluated for the requirements of its application.