scholarly journals Manufacture of 3D Curved Profiles for Structure Components

2008 ◽  
Vol 43 ◽  
pp. 1-8 ◽  
Author(s):  
Dirk Becker ◽  
Marco Schikorra ◽  
A. Erman Tekkaya
Keyword(s):  
Material Flow ◽  
Process Integration ◽  
Extrusion Process ◽  
Lateral Deflection ◽  
Support Strategy ◽  
Volume Production ◽  
The Common ◽  
Low Volume

Curved Profile Extrusion (CPE) is an extension of the common extrusion process and offers the possibility to manufacture three-dimensionally curved profiles. Due to the flexibility of the process different curvatures can be produced with the same setup, which makes this technique efficient especially for low volume production. The process is characterized by a controlled lateral deflection of the strand which influences the material flow in the die and causes the profile curvature. In this paper, a direct comparison of the power rating between warm bending and CPE is presented. Furthermore, the investigations concerning the choice of support strategy of the surmounting profile by a robot to increase the curvature accuracy are continued. Finally, some extensions of the equipment are explained to increase the level of process integration.

Three-Dimensional Curved Profile Extrusion – First Results on the Influence of Gravity

2006 ◽  
Vol 10 ◽  
pp. 5-12 ◽  
Author(s):  
Alexander Klaus ◽  
Dirk Becker ◽  
Matthias Kleiner
Keyword(s):  
New Technology ◽  
Three Dimensional ◽  
Extrusion Process ◽  
Process Chain ◽  
First Results ◽  
Volume Production ◽  
Contour Accuracy ◽  
Low Volume ◽  
Aluminum Profiles ◽  
Processing Steps

This paper presents and discusses the latest achievements in the manufacture of threedimensionally curved aluminum profiles using an integrated bar extrusion process. While the conventional process chain lacks applicability and quality especially in low volume production, the new technology is promising, but still needs research to understand the correlation between the product to be manufactured and the contour accuracy to be achieved. This paper shows first results on the manufacture using a robot-guided second guiding tool and direct air quenching. The results will have an impact on further processing steps

Influence of Heating Models on Necking Deformation during Tube Extrusion Process

2011 ◽  
Vol 189-193 ◽  
pp. 1778-1781 ◽  
Author(s):  
Gui Hua Liu ◽  
Yong Qiang Guo ◽  
Zhi Jiang
Keyword(s):  
Temperature Gradient ◽  
Material Flow ◽  
Extrusion Process ◽  
Work Piece ◽  
Tube Extrusion ◽  
Deformation Parameters ◽  
Flow Features ◽  
Extrusion Forming ◽  
3D Software ◽  
Deform 3D

By using Deform-3D software, the necking extrusion forming processes of integer trailer axle with two different heating means which are Uniform Heating (UH) method and Partly Heating (PH) method with temperature gradient are simulated. The influence of deformation parameters such as friction factor, necking coefficient, different temperature distribution of work-piece on the material flow features, stress and strain field, loading force and deformation process are analyzed in detail. According to the numerical simulation results, using PH method with temperature gradient can improve necking deformation during tube extrusion process.

Numerical Analysis on the Extruded Volume and Length Ratios of Backward Tube to Forward Rod in Combined Extrusion Processes

2006 ◽  
Vol 519-521 ◽  
pp. 919-924 ◽  
Author(s):  
B.S. Ham ◽  
J.H. Ok ◽  
Jung Min Seo ◽  
Beong Bok Hwang ◽  
K.H. Min ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Process Parameters ◽  
Material Flow ◽  
Volume Ratio ◽  
Forward Direction ◽  
Extrusion Process ◽  
Forming Load ◽  
Tube Extrusion ◽  
Corner Radius ◽  
Combined Operation ◽  
Simulation Results

This paper is concerned with forward rod extrusion combined simultaneously with backward tube extrusion process in both steady and transient states. The analysis has been conducted in numerical manner by employing a rigid-plastic finite element method. AA 2024 aluminum alloy was selected as a model material for analysis. Among many process parameters, major design factors chosen for analysis include frictional condition, thickness of tube in backward direction, punch corner radius, and die corner radius. The main goal of this study is to investigate the material flow characteristics in combined extrusion process, i.e. forward rod extrusion combined simultaneously with backward tube extrusion process. Simulation results have been summarized in term of relationships between process parameters and extruded length and volume ratios, and between process parameters and force requirements, respectively. The extruded length ratio is defined as the ratio of tube length extruded in backward direction to rod length extruded in forward direction, and the volume ratio as that of extruded volume in backward direction to that in forward direction, respectively. It has been revealed from the simulation results that material flow into both backward and forward directions are mostly influenced by the backward tube thickness, and other process parameters such as die corner radius etc. have little influence on the volume ratio particularly in steady state of combined extrusion process. The pressure distributions along the tool-workpiece interface have been also analyzed such that the pressure exerted on die is not so significant in this particular process such as combined operation process. Comparisons between multi-stage forming process in sequence operation and one stage combined operation have been also made in terms of forming load and pressure exerted on die. The simulation results shows that the combined extrusion process has the greatest advantage of lower forming load comparing to that in sequence operation.

Neue Fertigungssteuerung in der Ingenieurkeramik*/New approach to manufacturing control in engineering ceramics

2015 ◽  
Vol 105 (03) ◽  
pp. 109-114
Author(s):  
U. Bracht ◽  
F. Arzberger ◽  
F. Schulenburg
Keyword(s):  
Lean Manufacturing ◽  
Lean Production ◽  
Control Unit ◽  
Manufacturing Processes ◽  
Small Companies ◽  
Complex Environment ◽  
New Approach ◽  
Manufacturing Control ◽  
Volume Production ◽  
Low Volume

Auch kleinere Unternehmen mit komplexen Herstellungsprozessen müssen heute in der Kleinserie die Effizienz und Geschwindigkeit in der Produktion erhöhen. Zentraler Bestandteil ist dabei eine schlanke Fertigungssteuerung in einem ganzheitlichen Produktionssystem. Der Fachbeitrag zeigt, wie auch bei hoher Komplexität wesentliche Ansätze der „Lean Production“ genutzt werden, um die Produktion von Ingenieurkeramiken durch die intelligente Vernetzung bereichsspezifischer Methoden zu optimieren.   Today, even small companies with complex manufacturing processes in low-volume production have to improve efficiency and speed in manufacturing. A core aspect is lean manufacturing control within an overall production system. This article shows how the main approaches of Lean Production can be applied even to a highly complex environment. The intelligent integration of specific methods for each control unit helps to enhance the production of ceramics.

Assumptions and Algorithms for Scheduling Low-Volume Production

2015 ◽  
Vol 791 ◽  
pp. 10-17
Author(s):  
Jacek Czajka ◽  
Mariusz Cholewa
Keyword(s):  
Production Scheduling ◽  
Volume Production ◽  
Low Volume

This paper presents the concept of computer system’s module supporting production scheduling. Presented are algorithms, which realise the function and their operation is described. Based on those discussions was developed a prototype IT solution, which realises presented in this paper functions.

scholarly journals Revisiting patterns in EU regulatory social policy: (still) supporting the market or social goals in their own right?

2019 ◽  
Vol 65 (1) ◽  
pp. 59-82 ◽  
Author(s):  
Miriam Hartlapp
Keyword(s):  
Social Policy ◽  
Process Integration ◽  
Social Dimension ◽  
Eu Integration ◽  
Employment Conditions ◽  
Original Dataset ◽  
Main Driver ◽  
The Common ◽  
Open Question ◽  
The Eu

AbstractDespite the fact that economic concerns are the main driver of the EU integration process, integration does carry a substantial social dimension. Yet, it remains an open question whether this social dimension ‘only’ supports the market or whether goals such as social justice, solidarity and employment conditions are independent of or even work against goals of market efficiency. To address this question the paper presents an original dataset on all 346 binding EU social policy acts adopted since the Union’s founding. In a descriptive approach, I contrast instruments and dynamics in areas and subfields connected more closely to the common market with those more directly constituting a social dimension in its own right. On this basis, I argue that the shape of EU social policy has substantially changed, strengthening its market-supporting dimension while weakening policy focused on its social dimension. The paper opens up for discussion possible political dynamics driving these patterns.

Improved Extrudability of High Strength Alloys Using an Optimization Method Based on a Combination of Experiments and FEM Software

2013 ◽  
Vol 585 ◽  
pp. 165-171 ◽  
Author(s):  
Stanka Tomovic-Petrovic ◽  
Rune Østhus ◽  
Ola Jensrud
Keyword(s):  
Material Flow ◽  
Silicon Content ◽  
High Strength ◽  
Optimization Method ◽  
Extrusion Process ◽  
Model Alloy ◽  
Process Variables ◽  
Die Geometry ◽  
Simulation Results ◽  
6Xxx Series

Numerical analysis of the material flow during the extrusion process for high alloyed variants of the AA 6xxx series is presented in this paper. The analysis was performed by using the commercial FE code Forge2011®. Another issue considered in the paper was an interrelation between the die geometry and the critical extrusion process variables. For optimization of the die exit geometry, the model was produced with the use of linked equation in SolidWorks® combined with Mode FRONTIER. Several extrusion trials were performed to provide a basis for the verification of simulation results as extrusion temperature, speed and force. For the purpose, rods of a model alloy designated as AlMgSi4, based on an industrial AA6082 aluminium alloy with significantly higher silicon content, were extruded. A good correlation between measured and calculated results was obtained. This approach may enable simplifying when dealing with design of a new alloy.

The Forming Characteristics of AA 2024 Aluminium Alloy in Radial Extrusion Process Combined with Backward Extrusion

2006 ◽  
Vol 519-521 ◽  
pp. 955-960 ◽  
Author(s):  
Dong Hwan Jang ◽  
J.H. Ok ◽  
G.M. Lee ◽  
Beong Bok Hwang
Keyword(s):  
Material Flow ◽  
Volume Ratio ◽  
Extrusion Process ◽  
Process Conditions ◽  
Forming Load ◽  
Backward Extrusion ◽  
Aa 2024 ◽  
Forming Characteristics ◽  
Frictional Condition ◽  
Simulation Results

Numerical analysis of radial extrusion process combined with backward extrusion has been performed to investigate the forming characteristics of an aluminum alloy in a combined extrusion process. Various variables such as gap size, die corner radius and frictional conditions are adopted as design or process parameters for analysis in this paper. The main investigation is focused on the analysis of forming characteristics of AA 2024 aluminum alloy in terms of material flow into backward can and radial flange sections. Due to various die geometries and process conditions such as frictional conditions, the material flow into a can and flange shows different patterns during the combined extrusion process and its characteristics are well summarized quantitatively in this paper in terms of forming load, volume ratio etc. Extensive simulation work leads to quantitative relationships between process conditions and the forming characteristics such as volume ratio of flange to can and the size of can and flange in terms of the can height extruded backward. It is easily seen from the simulation results that the volume ratio, which is defined as the ratio of flange volume to can volume, increases as the gap size and/or die corner radius increase. However, it is interesting to note that the frictional condition has little influence on the forming load and the deformation patterns. Usually, the frictional condition is a greatest process variable in normal forging operation. It might be believed from the simulation results that the frictional conditions are not a major process parameter in case of combined extrusion processes. It is also found that the can size, which is defined as the height of billet after forming, turns out to be even smaller than that of initial billet under a certain condition of die geometry.

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