The MAGMAfrontier module couples allows autonoumous optimization by integrating so called genetic algorithms, which basically “simulate” nature using decision mechanisms like “selection”, “elitism” and “mutation”. This allows casting process simulation to move to automatic optimization schemes.

MAGMAfrontier starts with the simulation of a suite of different designs, which can mean different process conditions or even geometry layouts. For any of these individuals a casting process simulation is completed. The software autonomously evaluates the results regarding the defined constraints and optimization targets. After that the software automatically creates a new generation following the genetic rules. Out of the total number of designs being defined and evaluated by MAGMAfrontier, usually several good designs are proposed and can be evaluated by the foundryman.

MAGMAfrontier currently supports the following objectives:

• Feeder optimization
• Optimization of gating and runner systems
• Optimization of process conditions
• Inverse optimization of boundary conditions and properties