The lead article features in the summer issue will highlight research by the Copper Development Association (CDA) on the anti-microbial properties of cast copper based alloys. Also included in the IJMC are two articles on the fluidity and filling of aluminum castings; the first discussing mold filling in lost foam casting of aluminum alloys and the second paper that will aid the understanding of fluidity. A fourth paper will review metalcasting research programs designed to reduce the U.S. transportation systems' 95% dependance on petroleum-based fuels.

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