Improved Durability Assessment for Lightweight castings (DuraCast)
| Reference number | |
| Coordinator | RISE Research Institutes of Sweden AB |
| Funding from Vinnova | SEK 299 765 |
| Project duration | November 2025 - May 2026 |
| Status | Completed |
| Venture | Circularity - FFI |
| Call | Cirkularitet FFI - fall 2025 |
Important results from the project
The project delivered planned results in terms of needs analysis, experimental studies, and an MSc thesis on fracture mechanics and micromechanical modelling. The objectives were largely achieved. In addition, a strong industry–academia network was established, and a full-scale project proposal was developed, creating important spin-off effects and a clear path forward.
Expected long term effects
The project is expected to contribute to increased use of recycled aluminium through improved design methods incorporating fracture mechanics and micromechanical modelling. In the long term, this enables more resource-efficient and sustainable constructions with reduced climate impact. The results also lay the foundation for a larger research project and strengthen collaboration between industry and academia.
Approach and implementation
The project was carried out as planned with a clear structure of work packages covering needs analysis, experiments, and an MSc thesis. The activities were appropriate and feasible, and the timeline was largely followed. Collaboration worked very well with active dialogue between partners. No major unexpected obstacles occurred, and the project developed in line with the original plan.