Investigation Mechanism of V-Ring Indenter Geometry in Fine-Blanking Process

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The V-ring indenter geometry (angle, height and position) was investigated by using the finite element method (FEM) to theoretically clarify the mechanism and its action in the fine-blanking process. The FEM simulation results indicate that very small or very large V-ring indenter angles, heights, and positions cause difficulty in the rotation of the material-flow and that the hydrostatic pressure is generated with great difficulty in the blanked material; therefore, crack formation occurs easily. The application of a suitable V-ring indenter angle, height, and position significantly suppresses the formation of rotating flow, which results in increased hydrostatic pressure, and crack formation is consequently prevented.

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Key Engineering Materials (Volumes 410-411)

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305-312

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March 2009

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