Heat-assisted incremental sheet forming: a state-of-the-art review

2018 ◽  
Vol 98 (9-12) ◽  
pp. 2987-3003 ◽  
Author(s):  
Zhaobing Liu
Keyword(s):  
State Of The Art ◽  
Sheet Forming ◽  
Incremental Sheet Forming

Kinematic Calibration and Data-Based Error Compensation of a Parallel Robot-Based Incremental Sheet Forming Machine

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Shuheng Liao ◽  
Kornel Ehmann ◽  
Jian Cao
Keyword(s):  
Error Compensation ◽  
Incremental Forming ◽  
State Of The Art ◽  
Parallel Robot ◽  
Sheet Forming ◽  
Incremental Sheet Forming ◽  
Control Law ◽  
End Effector ◽  
Linear Encoder ◽  
Rapid Manufacture

Abstract Incremental sheet forming is a state-of-the-art manufacturing process for the rapid manufacture of sheet metal components without the use of geometry-specific dies. In this paper, a novel ISF machine, based on a unique overconstrained parallel robot called the Tri-pyramid robot, is introduced. The inverse and forward kinematics of the machine are first analyzed and calibrated based on experimental measurements. In turn, to compensate the kinematic and compliance errors of the machine, a linear encoder system, developed to directly measure the end-effector positions, in conjunction with a neural network, trained to map encoder readings and spatial end-effector positions, is used. A feedback control law is then implemented to compensate the errors in real-time. Experimental results demonstrate that after calibration and error compensation the accuracy of the machine is improved tenfold, making it adequate for incremental forming applications.

Multiobjective optimization of process variables in single-point incremental forming using grey relational analysis coupled with entropy weights

2021 ◽  
pp. 146442072110204
Author(s):  
Abdulmajeed Dabwan ◽  
Adham E Ragab ◽  
Mohamed A Saleh ◽  
Atef M Ghaleb ◽  
Mohamed Z Ramadan ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Grey Relational Analysis ◽  
Incremental Forming ◽  
Single Point ◽  
Sheet Forming ◽  
Incremental Sheet Forming ◽  
Numerical Control ◽  
Single Point Incremental Forming ◽  
Process Variables ◽  
Relational Analysis ◽  
Grey Relational

Incremental sheet forming is a specific group of sheet forming methods that enable the manufacture of complex parts utilizing computer numerical control instead of specialized tools. It is an incredibly adaptable operation that involves minimal usage of sophisticated tools, dies, and forming presses. Besides its main application in the field of rapid prototyping, incremental sheet forming processes can be used for the manufacture of unique parts in small batches. The goal of this study is to broaden the knowledge of the deformation process in single-point incremental forming. This work studies the deformation behavior in single-point incremental forming by experimentally investigating the principal stresses, principal strains, and thinning of single-point incremental forming products. Conical-shaped components are fabricated using AA1050-H14 aluminum alloy at various combinations of fundamental variables. The factorial design is employed to plan the experimental study and analysis of variance is conducted to analyze the results. The grey relational analysis approach coupled with entropy weights is also implemented to identify optimum process variables for single-point incremental forming. The results show that the tool diameter has the greatest effect on the thinning of the SPIF product, followed by the sheet thickness, step size, and feed rate.

The influence of ultrasonic vibration on parts properties during incremental sheet forming

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Yan-Le Li ◽  
Zi-Jian Wang ◽  
Wei-Dong Zhai ◽  
Zi-Nan Cheng ◽  
Fang-Yi Li ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Ultrasonic Vibration ◽  
Sheet Forming ◽  
Incremental Sheet Forming

scholarly journals Development of novel tools for electricity-assisted incremental sheet forming of titanium alloy

2015 ◽  
Vol 85 (5-8) ◽  
pp. 1137-1144 ◽  
Author(s):  
Runze Liu ◽  
Bin Lu ◽  
Dongkai Xu ◽  
Jun Chen ◽  
Fei Chen ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Titanium Alloy ◽  
Sheet Forming ◽  
Incremental Sheet Forming

scholarly journals An efficient method for thickness prediction in multi-pass incremental sheet forming

2014 ◽  
Vol 77 (1-4) ◽  
pp. 469-483 ◽  
Author(s):  
Tingting Cao ◽  
Bin Lu ◽  
Dongkai Xu ◽  
Huan Zhang ◽  
Jun Chen ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Efficient Method ◽  
Sheet Forming ◽  
Incremental Sheet Forming ◽  
Thickness Prediction

Experimental and Numerical Analysis of Forming Limits in CNC Incremental Sheet Forming

2007 ◽  
Vol 344 ◽  
pp. 511-518 ◽  
Author(s):  
Markus Bambach ◽  
M. Todorova ◽  
Gerhard Hirt
Keyword(s):  
Sheet Metal ◽  
Sheet Forming ◽  
Incremental Sheet Forming ◽  
Negative Slope ◽  
Evaluation Procedure ◽  
Forming Limit ◽  
Limit Curve ◽  
Forming Limit Curve ◽  
Forming Limits ◽  
Straight Line

Asymmetric incremental sheet forming (AISF) is a relatively new manufacturing process for the production of low volumes of sheet metal parts. Forming is accomplished by the CNC controlled movements of a simple ball-headed tool that follows a 3D trajectory to gradually shape the sheet metal blank. Due to the local plastic deformation under the tool, there is almost no draw-in from the flange region to avoid thinning in the forming zone. As a consequence, sheet thinning limits the amount of bearable deformation, and thus the range of possible applications. Much attention has been given to the maximum strains that can be attained in AISF. Several authors have found that the forming limits are considerably higher than those obtained using a Nakazima test and that the forming limit curve is approximately a straight line (mostly having a slope of -1) in the stretching region of the FLD. Based on these findings they conclude that the “conventional” forming limit curves cannot be used for AISF and propose dedicated tests to record forming limit diagrams for AISF. Up to now, there is no standardised test and no evaluation procedure for the determination of FLCs for AISF. In the present paper, we start with an analysis of the range of strain states and strain paths that are covered by the various tests that can be found in the literature. This is accomplished by means of on-line deformation measurements using a stereovision system. From these measurements, necking and fracture limits are derived. It is found that the fracture limits can be described consistently by a straight line with negative slope. The necking limits seem to be highly dependent on the test shapes and forming parameters. It is concluded that standardisation in both testing conditions and the evaluation procedures is necessary, and that a forming limit curve does not seem to be an appropriate tool to predict the feasibility of a given part design.

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