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Can Castings Heal Themselves? 24 Cast metals with bonding agents to fi x cracks are closer to reality than you may think. J. Martinez-Lucci, A. Ruzek, S. Misra, P. Rohatgi and R. Amano


Evaluating Magnesium


Casting Processes Four new magnesium casting processes were


scrutinized. Which one came out on top?. S. Wetzel


Lead Isn’t Dead


If you think lead is on its way out, think again. Many industries use it for its strength and density. S. Gibbs


Casting Central to Hydrant Revolution


A specially-designed casting may end up in a hydrant near you. S. Gibbs


Football’s MVP: Castings 46


It might be the gridiron game, but castings of various metals make football possible. S. Wetzel


It’s Supposed to Do That p. 39 39 34 30


Castings Are Soaring p. 20


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