Forging and Sheet Metal Forming

Forging and Forging and
Sheet Metal Forming Sheet Metal Forming

Dr. Tapany Udomphol
Automotive Production Engineer
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Suranaree University of Technology September 2007
Dr. Tapany Udomphol
School of Metallurgical Engineering
Suranaree University of Technology
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Introduction to metal forming
Hot and cold working
Deformation geometry
Classification of forging processes
Die design and die materials
Metal flow in forging
Force in metal forging
Forging defects
Outline Part I: Forging of Metals ( )
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Introduction to metal forming
Hot and cold working
Deformation geometry
Classification of forging processes
Die design and die materials
Force in metal forging
Forging defects
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Outline Part II: Sheet metal forming ( )
Introduction to sheet metal forming
Sheet metal parts
Classification of sheet metal forming
Forming limit criteria
Defects in formed parts
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Introduction to sheet metal forming
Sheet metal parts
Classification of sheet metal forming
Forming limit criteria
Defects in formed parts
Introduction to metal forming Introduction to metal forming
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There are a wide range of different metal parts involved in an
automobile production.
www.designchain.com
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encarta.msn.com
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Casting
Gravity die casting
Pressure die casting
Centrifugal casting
Injection moulding
Rotational moulding
i.e.
Electrochemical machining
Electrical discharge machining
Single/multiple point cutting
Grinding
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Metal
processing
Cutting
Forming
Joining
Electrochemical machining
Electrical discharge machining
Single/multiple point cutting
Grinding
i.e.
Sheet metal forming
Forging
Rolling
Extrusion
Wire drawing
i.e.
i.e.
Fusion welding (arc, laser,
electron beam)
Solid state welding (friction)
Mechanical joining
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Metal forming
Compressive
forming
Combined tensile
and compressive
forming
Tensile
forming
Forming by
bending
Forming by
shearing
Classification of metal forming
by subgroups
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Compressive
forming
Combined tensile
and compressive
forming
Tensile
forming
Forming by
bending
Forming by
shearing
Rolling
Open die forming
Closed die forming
Indenting
Pushing through a die
Pulling through a die
Deep drawing
Flange forming
Spinning
Upset bulging
Stretching
Expanding
Recessing
Bending with
linear tool
motion
Bending with
rotary tool
motion
Joggling
Twisting
Blanking
Coining
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Forgings
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Forged wheels
Hot forming
product
Forged aluminium
pistons and
connecting rods
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Net shape and metal powder forming products
Powder metal
forming parts
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Net shape
metal power
parts
Sintered
metal parts
Metal injection
moulding parts
Powder metal
forming parts
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Metal Sheet forming products
www.numerica-srl.it
Electromagnetic
forming of
automotive parts
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Stamped plates
www.mse.eng.ohio-state.edu
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www.ducommunaero.com
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Forging machine
www.macri.it
Hot and cold working Hot and cold working
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The methods used to mechanically shape metals
into other product forms.
Working
processes
Hot working (0.6-0.8T
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Hot working (0.6-0.8T
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Cold working (< 0.3T
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Primary process
Recrystallisation
Secondary process
No recrystallisation
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Annealing mechanisms Annealing mechanisms
in cold worked metals in cold worked metals
Mechanical properties change due
to temperature after cold working
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Annealing mechanisms Annealing mechanisms
in cold worked metals in cold worked metals
Ductility
Hardness
Strength
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Annealing mechanisms in cold worked metals
Recovery Recrystallisation Grain growth
Temperature
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Cold worked and
recovered
New grains
~0.3T
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~0.5T
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Effects of grain size and strain Effects of grain size and strain
on recrystallisation temperature on recrystallisation temperature
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Schematic of recrystallisation diagram
Smaller grains Better strength/properties
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Effects of grain size and strain Effects of grain size and strain
on recrystallisation temperature on recrystallisation temperature
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Flow stress of aluminium as a function of
strain at different temperature
Flow curves of Cu Zn28
Flow stress
Flow stress Temp
Strain rate
Advantages and disadvantages Advantages and disadvantages
of hot and cold working of hot and cold working
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Hot working Cold working
Advantages Advantages
Stronger
Good surface finish
Good dimensional control
Easy handling
Low flow stress + high ductility
Pore sealed up
Smaller grains
Softer metals
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Disadvantages Disadvantages
Stronger
Good surface finish
Good dimensional control
Easy handling
High deformation
Reduced ductility
Expensive equipment
Low flow stress + high ductility
Pore sealed up
Smaller grains
Softer metals
Surface oxidation
Poor dimensional control
Hot shortness
Difficult handling
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Deformation geometry Deformation geometry
Biaxial-plane stress condition
Triaxial-plane strain condition
Two principal stresses,
1
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2
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Three principal stresses,
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1
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>
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EX: Sheet metal forming
Effect of principal stresses
in metal working
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Three principal stresses,
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2
and
3
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1
>
2
>
3
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Biaxial Triaxial
EX: Forging, rolling extrusion
Part I: Part I: Forging of metals Forging of metals
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Forging is the working of metal into a useful
shape by hammering or pressing.
Primitive blacksmith
Parts ranging in size of a bolt to a turbine
rotor.
Most carried out hot, although certain metals
may be cold-forged.
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Forging is the working of metal into a useful
shape by hammering or pressing.
Primitive blacksmith
Parts ranging in size of a bolt to a turbine
rotor.
Most carried out hot, although certain metals
may be cold-forged.
www.eindiabusiness.com
www.prime-metals.com
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Classification of forging Classification of forging
processes processes
By equipment
1) Forging hammer or drop hammer
2) Press forging
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1) Forging hammer or drop hammer
2) Press forging
By process
1) Open - die forging
2) Closed - die forging
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Forging machines Forging machines
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Drop hammer
Potential energy = mgh
The energy supplied by the blow
is equal to the potential energy
due to the weight of the ram and
the height of the fall.
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Potential energy = mgh
Mass production (60-150 blow / min)
Dies are subject to impact loading
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Hydraulic Press forging
Continuous forming at slower rate
Deeper penetration
Expensive equipment
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Heat loss from workpiece
(long contact)
Die life
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Closed and open die forging Closed and open die forging
Open-die forging
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Closed-die forging
Impression-die
forging
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Open Open--die forging die forging
Flat dies
Simple shape
Large objects.
Pre-forming
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Simple shape
Large objects.
Pre-forming
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Close Close--die forging (Impression forging) die forging (Impression forging)
Workpiece is formed under high
pressure in a closed cavity.
Small components
Precision forging
Expensive die
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Workpiece is formed under high
pressure in a closed cavity.
Small components
Precision forging
Expensive die
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Die cavity
completely
filled
Flash begins
to form
Forging load Forging load
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Forging stroke
Flash begins
to form
Dies contact
workpiece
Typical curve of forging load vs. stroke for
closed-die forging.
Flash is the excess metal, which
squirts out of the cavity as a thick
ribbon of metal.
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The flash serves two purposes:
Acts as a safety value for excess metal.
Builds up high pressure to ensure that
the metal fills all recesses of the die cavity.
Functions of flash Functions of flash
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The flash serves two purposes:
Acts as a safety value for excess metal.
Builds up high pressure to ensure that
the metal fills all recesses of the die cavity.
Remark: It is necessary to achieve complete filling of the forging cavity
without generating excessive pressures against the die that may
cause it to fracture.
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Closed Closed--die design die design
Considerations
workpiece volume and weight
number of preforming steps and their configuration
flash dimensions in preforming and finishing dies
the load and energy requirement for each forging operation, for
example; the flow stress of the materials, the fictional condition,
the flow of the material in order to develop the optimum geometry for
the dies.
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Considerations
workpiece volume and weight
number of preforming steps and their configuration
flash dimensions in preforming and finishing dies
the load and energy requirement for each forging operation, for
example; the flow stress of the materials, the fictional condition,
the flow of the material in order to develop the optimum geometry for
the dies.
Shape classification Shape classification
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Shape classification Shape classification
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Die set and forging steps for Die set and forging steps for
automobile engine connecting rod automobile engine connecting rod
Preforming of a round piece in an open die arrangement.
Rough shape is formed using a block die.
Finishing die gives final tolerances and surface finish.
Removal of flash (excess metal).
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Steering knuckle
Flange
Rail
http://www.hirschvogel.de/en/produkti
onsverfahren/warmumformung.php
See simulation
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General considerations General considerations
for preform design for preform design
Metal used = Metal preform + Flash.
Concave radii of the preform > radii on the final forging part.
Cross section of the preform should be higher and narrower than the
final cross section.
draft angle
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Shapes with thin and long sections or
projections (ribs and webs) are more
difficult to process due to
higher surface area per unit volume
increasing friction
temperature effects.
draft angle
web
rib
Some typical nomenclature
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Smooth metal flow symmetry dies
Avoid shape change
Minimum flash to do the job.
Tapered or drafted to facilitate removal of the finished piece.
Draft allowance is approximately 3-5
o
outside and 7-10
o
inside.
Counterlock to prevent side thrust.
General considerations
for preform design
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Smooth metal flow symmetry dies
Avoid shape change
Minimum flash to do the job.
Tapered or drafted to facilitate removal of the finished piece.
Draft allowance is approximately 3-5
o
outside and 7-10
o
inside.
Counterlock to prevent side thrust.
Counterlock
Side thrust
draft angle
web
rib
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Die materials
Thermal shock resistance
Thermal fatigue resistance
High temperature strength
High wear resistance
High toughness and ductility
High hardenability
High dimensional stability
during hardening
High machinability
Required properties
Die materials: alloyed steels (with Cr,
Mo, W, V), tool steels, cast steels or cast
iron. (Heat treatments such as nitriding or
chromium plating)
Forging die
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Thermal shock resistance
Thermal fatigue resistance
High temperature strength
High wear resistance
High toughness and ductility
High hardenability
High dimensional stability
during hardening
High machinability
Die materials: alloyed steels (with Cr,
Mo, W, V), tool steels, cast steels or cast
iron. (Heat treatments such as nitriding or
chromium plating)
1) Carbon steels with 0.7-0.85% C are
appropriate for small tools and flat
impressions.
2) Medium-alloyed tool steels for
hammer dies.
3) Highly alloyed steels for high
temperature resistant dies used in
presses and horizontal forging
machines.
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Forging
materials
Steels Copper and copper alloys Light alloys
DIN AISI DIN AISI DIN AISI
Forging dies C70 W2 -
C85 W2 -
60MnSi4 - X30WCrV53 H21 X30WCrV53 -
Die materials
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40CrMnMo7 - X38CrMoV51 H11 X38CrMoV51 H11
X32CrMoV33 H10
Die inserts 55NiCrMoV6 6F2 55NiCrMoV6
56NiCrMoV7 6F3 56NiCrMoV7 6F2
57NiCrMoV77 - 57NiCrMoV77 - 57NiCrMoV77 6F3
35NiCrMo16 -
X38CrMoV51 H11 X30WCrV93 H21 X38CrMoV51 H11
X32CrMoV33 H10 X32CrMoV33 H10 X32CrMoV33 H10
X30WCrV53 - X30WCrV52 - X30WCrV53 -
X37CrMoW51 H12
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To increase die life
1) Improving die materials such
as using composite die or
2) Using surface coating or self-
lubricating coatings
Current forging Future forging
Die life improvement
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Ultra hard surface coatings
Improve die life.
Reduce energy input.
Reduce die-related uptime
and downtime.
Reduce particulate emission
from lubricants.
http://www.eere.energy.gov/industry/supporting_industries
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Die failures Die failures
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Wear (abrasion)
Thermal fatigue
Mechanical fatigue
Permanent deformation
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Wear (abrasion)
Thermal fatigue
Mechanical fatigue
Permanent deformation
Different parts of dies are liable to permanent deformation and wear
resulting from mechanical and thermal fatigue
Metal flow in forging Metal flow in forging
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Deformation
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associated
with plastic
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Finite element analysis of upsetting an aluminium cylinder
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Schematic representation of shear band
formation in compression of a cylinder.
Deformation
bands
associated
with plastic
instability.
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Fibre structure in forged steels
Grain structure resulting from
(a) forging, (b) machining and
(c) casting.
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Identify the neutral surface
Metal flows away from the
neutral surface in a direction
perpendicular to the die motion.
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Identify the neutral surface
Metal flows away from the
neutral surface in a direction
perpendicular to the die motion.
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Cold forging
Forging of nut and bolt
Step I Step II Step III Step IV
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Cold forging
Forging of nut and bolt
Step I Step II Step III
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http://www.qform3d.com/en/59.html
Hot forging
Titanium alloy being forged at 930
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C to
produce preliminary turbine blade pre-form.
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Suck in flaw
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Hot forging
AISI 1040 being forged from a square
bar at 1200
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Extensive metal flow into flash
Incomplete fill up at the upper part
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Hot forging
DIN/C43 being forged from a round
bar at 1250
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Possible die filling with minimum
flash used.
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Forging from compact bar
Powder compact bar of 0.78
density being forged.
The density increases first
in the intermediate area then
spread throughout the cross
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Powder compact bar of 0.78
density being forged.
The density increases first
in the intermediate area then
spread throughout the cross
section.
Forces in metal forging Forces in metal forging
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Eq.1
p pA
A
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Friction between two surfaces
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Where
= frictional coefficient
= the shearing stress at the interface
P = the load normal to the interface
F = the shearing force
A
r
= summation of asperity areas in contact
p = the stress normal to the interface
p pA
A
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Forces in metal forging Forces in metal forging
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1. No friction
2. Small friction
3. Sticky friction
The calculation of forging load can be
considered in three cases
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1. No friction
2. Small friction
3. Sticky friction
No friction No friction
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Where P is the compressive force
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A is the cross sectional area of the metal.
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Ah
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Assumption:
- no barrelling
- small thickness,
Then
- frictional conditions on the top
and bottom faces of the disk
are a constant coefficient of
Coulomb friction;
Small friction (homogeneous forging)
Small friction Small friction
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Where
= frictional coefficient
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p = the stress normal to the interface
Eq.4
Assumption:
- no barrelling
- small thickness,
Then
- frictional conditions on the top
and bottom faces of the disk
are a constant coefficient of
Coulomb friction;
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X=0 X=a
P
P
max
Friction hill
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Functions of a metal working lubricant
- Reduces deformation load
- Increases limit of deformation before fracture
- Controls surface finish
- Minimises metal pickup on tools
- Minimises tool wear
- Thermally insulates the workpiece and the tools
- Cools the workpiece and/or tools
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(
= x a
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o y

2
exp
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.Eq. 5
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y
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h
a
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2
exp
'
, )
(
x a
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x = a x = 0 x = -a
X
a -a
o
|
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h
a
p
o

1
'
_
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Average forging pressure
a/h
Forging pressure
High friction (Sticky friction) High friction (Sticky friction)
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y
|
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+1
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h
a
o
|
.
|
\
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+
1
'
h
x a
o
Friction hill
Forging stress
|
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h
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X
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o
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Average forging pressure
a/h
Forging pressure
|
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\
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2 3
2
_
h
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Example:
A block of lead 25x25x150 mm
3
is pressed between flat dies to a size
6.25x100x150 mm
3
. If the uniaxial flow stress
o
= 6.9 MPa and = 0.25,
determine the pressure distribution over the 100 mm dimension (at x = 0, 25
and 50 mm) and the total forging load in the sticky friction condition.
, )
(
= x a
h
o y

2
exp
3
2
o o

3
2
'
=
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(
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At the centreline of the slab (x = 0)
, ) MPa 435 0 50
25 . 6
) 25 . 0 ( 2
exp
3
) 9 . 6 ( 2
max
=
(
=
Likewise, at 25 and 50 mm, the stress distribution will be 58.9 and 8.0 MPa
respectively.
o o

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2
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=
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Example: Dieter, page 574-575
The mean forging load (in the sticky friction condition) is
|
.
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\
|
+ = 1
2
3
2
_
h
a
p
o
MPa p 8 . 39 1
5 . 12
50
3
) 9 . 6 ( 2
_
=
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5 . 12
50
3
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_
=
|
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|
\
|
+ =
We calculate the forging load on the assumption that the stress distribution
is based on 100 percent sticky friction. Then
The forging load is P = stress x area
= (39.8x10
6
)(100x10
-3
)(150x10
-3
)
= 597 kN
= 61 tonnes.
Defects in forging Defects in forging
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Fluorescence penetrant
reveals Forging laps
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Incomplete die filling.
Die misalignment.
Forging laps.
Incomplete forging penetration- should
forge on the press.
Microstructural differences resulting in
pronounced property variation.
Hot shortness, due to high sulphur
concentration in steel and nickel.
Residual stresses
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See simulation
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Incomplete die filling.
Die misalignment.
Forging laps.
Incomplete forging penetration- should
forge on the press.
Microstructural differences resulting in
pronounced property variation.
Hot shortness, due to high sulphur
concentration in steel and nickel.
Residual stresses
Forging of automobile parts Forging of automobile parts
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Metals to be forged
Shape and size
Forging temperature
Strain rate
Forging load
Lubrication
Die design
Die materials
Die life
Part II: Part II: Sheet metal forming Sheet metal forming
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Permanent deformation by
cold forming (RT).
Complex 3D shapes.
The process is carried out in the
plane of sheet by tensile forces
with high ratio of surface area
to thickness.
Sheet metal forming
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Permanent deformation by
cold forming (RT).
Complex 3D shapes.
The process is carried out in the
plane of sheet by tensile forces
with high ratio of surface area
to thickness.
Friction conditions at the
tool-metal interface.
High rate of production
and formability
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Classification
(Base on operation)
Classification of sheet Classification of sheet--metal metal
forming forming
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Stretching
Deep drawing Blanking
Punching
Stretching
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Classification
(Base on operation)
forming forming
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Stamping
Ironing Coining
forming forming
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(Base on operation)
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Wiping down a flange Roll forming of sheet Folding Bending
Tooling Tooling
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Punch A convex tool for making
holes by shearing, making surface or
displacing metal with a hammer.
Die A concave die (female part).
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Punch A convex tool for making
holes by shearing, making surface or
displacing metal with a hammer.
Die A concave die (female part).
Punches and dies
Punch and die in stamping
Die materials:
High alloyed steels heat
treated for the punches and
dies.
Compound and transfer dies Compound and transfer dies
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Compound dies
Several operations in one stroke.
Combined processes and create a
complex product in one shot.
Stamping processes of thin sheets.
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Several operations in one stroke.
Combined processes and create a
complex product in one shot.
Stamping processes of thin sheets.
Transfer dies
Also called compound dies.
The part is moved from station to
station within the press for each
operation.
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Die set consists of
1) Punch holder
2) Die block
3) Pilot
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1) Punch holder
2) Die block
3) Pilot
4) Striper plate
pilot
Schematic diagram of a die set
Forming methods Forming methods
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There are a great variety of sheet metal forming methods,
mainly using shear and tensile forces in the operation.
Progressive forming
Hydroforming
Stretch forming
Explosive forming
Stamping
Shearing and blanking
Bending and contouring
Spinning process
Deep drawing
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Progressive forming
Hydroforming
Stretch forming
Explosive forming
Stamping
Shearing and blanking
Bending and contouring
Spinning process
Deep drawing
Progressive forming Progressive forming
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Stripper
plate
Punch
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washer
Die
Strip
Progressive die
Optimise the material usage.
Determining factors are
1) volume of production
2) the complexity of the shape
Hydroforming Hydroforming
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Using Rubber or polyurethane pad as dies.
Single - action hydraulic press.
Pressure medium- water or oil.
Transmits a nearly uniform hydrostatic pressure
against the sheet.
Pressure ~ 10 MPa or higher
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Using Rubber or polyurethane pad as dies.
Single - action hydraulic press.
Pressure medium- water or oil.
Transmits a nearly uniform hydrostatic pressure
against the sheet.
Pressure ~ 10 MPa or higher
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Hydroforming
Stretch forming Stretch forming
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Using tensile forces, normally for uniform cross section).
required materials with appreciable ductility.
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Ram Ram
Explosive forming Explosive forming
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Explosive charge is detonated in medium (water) at an appropriate
standoff distance from the sheet blank at a very high velocity.
The shockwave propagating from the explosion serves as a
friction-less punch
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Stamping Stamping
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Key factors: data collections on die sets, die
failure and material handling damage and machine
failure to identify weak areas in the stamping
process.
Materials require good ductility, work
hardening and strength
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Automotive stamped parts
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Automobile panel die
Panel, fender, bumper
Materials require good ductility, work
hardening and strength
Stamping Stamping
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Multi-cone design giving structural
integrity and rigidity equivalent to
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Aluminium inner hood panel
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Shearing and blanking Shearing and blanking
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(normally 2-10% thickness)
Proper clean fracture surface.
Insufficientragged fracture surface.
Excessive greater distortion, greater energy
required to separate metal.
(a) Proper clearance
Ragged
surface
Clearance
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Proper clean fracture surface.
Insufficientragged fracture surface.
Excessive greater distortion, greater energy
required to separate metal.
Thickness clearance
(b) Insufficient clearance
(c) Excessive clearance
blurr
Ragged
surface
Bending and contouring Bending and contouring
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Clamp
Tension
Clamp
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Bending and contouring Bending and contouring
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Inner surface contracted.
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thickness on
bending
b/h biaxiality
Strain, ductility
Cracks occur near the
centre of the sheet
Springback
Spinning process Spinning process
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Deep parts of circular symmetry
such as tank heads, television cones.
Materials: aluminium and alloys, high
strength - low alloy steels, copper,
brass and alloys, stainless steel,
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(a) Manual spinning (b) Shear spinning
Materials: aluminium and alloys, high
strength - low alloy steels, copper,
brass and alloys, stainless steel,
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Deep drawing Deep drawing
A cup is subjected to
three different types of
deformation.
Shaping flat sheets into cup-shaped articles.
Examples: bathtubs, shell cases, automobile panels.
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Lamp cover
Stresses and deformation in a section from a drawn cup
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Deep drawing Deep drawing
Thickness profile of drawn cup
Clearance > 10-20%
thickness.
Die radius 10 x sheet thickness.
Punch radius Clearance between punch
and die ~10-20% > sheet thickness.
Hold-down pressure ~ 2% of
o
and
u
.
Lubrication of die side.
Material properties - low yield stress, high
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Thickness profile of drawn cup
Clearance > 10-20%
thickness.
Die radius 10 x sheet thickness.
Punch radius Clearance between punch
and die ~10-20% > sheet thickness.
Hold-down pressure ~ 2% of
o
and
u
.
Lubrication of die side.
Material properties - low yield stress, high
work hardening rates.
Forming limit criteria Forming limit criteria
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Major strain
1
(%)
Failure
100
120
Stretching of circles into ellipses
after punching
Percentage changes in these
strains are compared in the diagram.
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Grid analysis (a) before (b) after deformation of
sheet.
AK steel
0 20 40 60 80 100
1
2
1
2
A B
Failure
Safe
Minor strain
2
(%)
-40 -20
20
40
60
80
Forming limit diagram
Stretching of circles into ellipses
after punching
Percentage changes in these
strains are compared in the diagram.
Defects in formed parts Defects in formed parts
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Springback problem
Edge condition
Crack near punch & shoulder
Localised necking in a strip in tension
n
u
2 =
~ 55
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material in pure tension
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Earing in drawn can
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Stretcher strain in low-carbon steel.
Radial crack
Surface blemish (orange peel)
Wrinkling
Mechanical fibering
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Processing route
Tool geometry
-Die
-Punch
-Blankholder
-Drawbeads
-Spacers
Material characteristics
-Stress-strain curve
-Directionality
-Forming criteria
-Youngs modulus
-Friction
Process parameters
-Process steps
-Blank outline
-Blankholder pressure
-Blankholder stiffness
-Stress relief cuts
-Sheet gauge
-Drawbeads
-Friction
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Process parameters
-Process steps
-Blank outline
-Blankholder pressure
-Blankholder stiffness
-Stress relief cuts
-Sheet gauge
-Drawbeads
-Friction
Forming simulation
Forming
Result
References References
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Dieter, G.E., Mechanical metallurgy, SI metric Edition, 1988, McGraw-Hill,
ISBN 0-07-100406-8
Edwards, L. and Endean, M., Manufacturing with material, 1998,
Butterworth Heinemann, ISBN 0 7506 2754 9.
Beddoes, J. and Bibbly M.J., Principles of metal manufacturing process,
1999, Arnold, ISBN 0-470-35241-8.
Lange, K., Handbook of metal forming, 1985, R.R Donnelly & Sons
Company, ISBN 0-07-036285-8.
Lecture notes, Sheffield University, 2003.
Lecture notes, Birmingham University, 2003.
Lecture notes, Metal forming processes, Prof Manus Satirajinda.
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Dieter, G.E., Mechanical metallurgy, SI metric Edition, 1988, McGraw-Hill,
ISBN 0-07-100406-8
Edwards, L. and Endean, M., Manufacturing with material, 1998,
Butterworth Heinemann, ISBN 0 7506 2754 9.
Beddoes, J. and Bibbly M.J., Principles of metal manufacturing process,
1999, Arnold, ISBN 0-470-35241-8.
Lange, K., Handbook of metal forming, 1985, R.R Donnelly & Sons
Company, ISBN 0-07-036285-8.
Lecture notes, Sheffield University, 2003.
Lecture notes, Birmingham University, 2003.
Lecture notes, Metal forming processes, Prof Manus Satirajinda.

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