Papers by Keyword: Die Stress

Abstract: In this study, finite element simulation and the Taguchi method are employed to optimize the die stress in hot closed die forging process. Investigations are carried out for forging of automotive spring saddle by including all realistic process parameters. The research involved analyzing the effects of flash thickness, billet temperature, die temperature and friction coefficient on effective die stress by means of computer simulation. To obtain the result the forging process was modeled in CATIA V5, 3D Solid Modeling Software, simulated in DEFORM^TM 3D Software, and statistically setup and examined using Taguchis orthogonal array. Analysis of variance (ANOVA) is employed to determine significant parameters.

Abstract: In the paper, the Deform-3D software was used to simulate the mechanism of metal flow behaviour under the influence of different friction in the backward extrusion process, and further study its influence on die stress. The numerical simulation demonstrates that: smaller friction could reduce difficult deformation area of extrusion metal significantly; friction state not only affected the plastic deformation extent, but also would increase the consumption of extrusion energy; the unit pressure of punch and stress of inner wall increased along with the increase of friction, meanwhile, the ratio of them increased as well.

Abstract: For forging die fracture behaviors during the actual forging process of compactor grinding tooth, the fully forging process has been simulated based on FEM. Die stress changes and distributions were analyzed in details through two related simulation processes. The maximum load acting on the die which type is ideal rigid body predicted firstly. Then, the die stress can be obtained by the elastic-plastic analysis when the die bears maximum load. Results show that Local stress concentration beyond ultimate strength of material causes the fracture of lower die.