Analysis of a Thixo-Lateral Forged Spindle from LTT C45, LTT C38 and LTT 100Cr6 Steel Grades

Abstract:

Due to the current trend in prices of raw material and their sources, near net shaping of mechanical components will become a key factor for the companies to get the desired competitiveness. Semisolid metal (SSM) forming is one of those near net shape forming techniques revealing a high potential to reduce material as well as energy consumption compared to conventional process technologies. Thus, the aim of this research work is to demonstrate the above by manufacturing a steel commercial automotive spindle by thixo-lateral forming from three different steel grades. The starting material, the microstructure and mechanical properties are analysed along the article. Material savings of 20% have been reported together with a substantial decrease of the forming forces. In addition, great mechanical properties have been achieved which brings the process closer to the desired final industrial application.

• Periodical: Solid State Phenomena (Volumes 217-218)
• Pages: 347-354
• DOI: https://doi.org/10.4028/www.scientific.net/SSP.217-218.347
• Online since: September 2014
• Authors: Jokin Lozares*, Zigor Azpilgain, Iñaki Hurtado, Iñigo Loizaga
• Keywords: Semi-Solid Forging, Smooth Steel Forging, Steel Thixoforming

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