- Metal die casting involves filling molten metal into a mold under high pressure, giving castings superior metallurgical properties, high rigidity, and strength over sand castings. This process can be used to cast aluminum, zinc, and alloy metals in sizes ranging from ounces to over 100 pounds. - The automotive industry is the largest market for aluminum castings, with cast products making up over 50% of the aluminum in cars. High pressure die casting is used to produce aluminum die castings and components from high quality alloys. - Two new technical reports are proposed to promote quality and efficiency in the die casting field by classifying casting defects and detailing mechanical properties of aluminum foundry alloys.