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It is a lightweighting material widely used in the automotive industry, where it has a wide range of applications. Given the increased longevity and long-term viability of zinc alloys, it is possible that making the switch from aluminum to zinc alloys will be beneficial for a variety different types of automobile components. A recent study conducted at Cranfield University in the United Kingdom examined the advantages of three different lightweight alloys: aluminum-A380, magnesium-AZ91D, and zinc-ZA8. The findings were publish... more