PVC Sheet Blow Forming Finite Element Simulation and Experimental Study

2011 ◽  
Vol 467-469 ◽  
pp. 1846-1851 ◽  
Author(s):  
Chao Zheng ◽  
Yi Sheng Zhang ◽  
De Qun Li
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element ◽  
Complex Geometry ◽  
Experimental Testing ◽  
Thickness Distribution ◽  
Dimensional Accuracy ◽  
Sheet Forming ◽  
Forming Process ◽  
Plastic Sheet ◽  
Element Simulation

The plastic sheet forming technique is simple and easy to realize, that is why, it is widely used for packaging commodities. Similarly, in In-Mold-Decoration (IMD) molding technology, due to the complex geometry of the membrane and the high requirement of the dimensional accuracy, geometric design and molding technique for the product should be focused on controlling the thickness distribution of shell or membrance plastic products in order to achieve high precision manufacturing. This paper started with analyzing the performance data of the plastic sheet molding material, using nonlinear finite element method and multi-physics coupling method to simulate the plastic sheet forming process, and the result gives the required parameters for product design and quality control. For the thickness deviation, the experimental testing shows that the maximum discrepancy between the simulation and actual result is less than15%. The research proved that computer simulation can contribute to control the inhomogeneity of the shell or membrane so as to improve the design and the quality of manufacturing.

Finite Element Simulation and Experimental Study on Blow Forming of Plastic Cups

2011 ◽  
Vol 148-149 ◽  
pp. 1319-1322
Author(s):  
Xiao Hu ◽  
Yi Sheng Zhang ◽  
Hong Qing Li ◽  
De Qun Li
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element ◽  
Thickness Distribution ◽  
Viscoelastic Model ◽  
Engineering Practice ◽  
Fe Model ◽  
Thin Wall ◽  
Forming Process ◽  
Element Simulation ◽  
Physically Based ◽  
Set Up

Blow forming process of plastic sheets is simple and easy to realize, thus, it is widely used for plastic thin-wall parts. In the practical production, an effective method is needed for the preliminary set-up of process parameters in order to achieve accurate control of thickness distribution. Thus, a finite element method (FEM) code is used to simulate blow forming process. For better description of complex material theological characteristics, a physically based viscoelastic model (VUMAT forms Buckley model) to model the complex constitutive behavior is used. Nonlinear FE analyses using ABAQUS were carried out to simulate the blow forming process of plastic cups. The actual values at different locations show a satisfactory agreement with the simulation results: as a matter of fact the error along the cell mid-section did not exceed 0.02 mm on average, corresponding to 5% of the initial thickness, thus the FE model this paper can meet the requirements of the engineering practice.

Numerical Simulation and Parameter Optimization on Forming Process of Automobile Torque Box

2014 ◽  
Vol 722 ◽  
pp. 140-146
Author(s):  
Wen Juan Zhang ◽  
Long Wu ◽  
Gang Chen
Keyword(s):  
Numerical Simulation ◽  
Finite Element ◽  
Parameter Optimization ◽  
Process Parameters ◽  
Fem Simulation ◽  
Simulation Software ◽  
Drawing Process ◽  
Forming Process ◽  
Element Simulation

In this paper the drawing process of Box-torque was simulated by Dynaform, which is FEM simulation software. The process parameters, which affected the quality of forming, were optimized by finite element simulation. The emphasis was focus on the optimization of draw-bead and BHF and data were summarized from the optimization graphs. In this simulation, lengthways draw-bead was set on the technical face for reducing or eliminating wrinkle. It was innovation difference from the usual that the draw-bead was set on binder. Finally the correctness of simulation was approved by comparing the optimization of simulation with the data of experimentation.

Finite Element Simulation and Experimental Research in Insulation Spacer Blanking

2014 ◽  
Vol 852 ◽  
pp. 523-528
Author(s):  
Qin Xiang Xia ◽  
Liang Bo Ji ◽  
Bao Hua Cao ◽  
You Xiang Li
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element ◽  
Process Parameters ◽  
Dimensional Accuracy ◽  
Analysis Model ◽  
Element Analysis ◽  
Influence Of Process Parameters ◽  
Metallic Material ◽  
Finite Element Analysis Model ◽  
Element Simulation

Blanking finite element analysis model of non-metallic material PET insulation spacer was established, and the influence of process parameters on blanking quality of insulation spacer was analyzed. The results show that the qualified cross-section quality, the high dimensional accuracy and the little bending distortion of blanking workpiece can be obtained by the reasonable blanking clearance and the higher blanking speed. The corresponding experiment was carried out, the results show that the process parameters of insulation spacer blanking obtained by numerical simulation are feasible, and the qualified insulation spacer was produced by the simulation results.

Springback Analysis of Sheet Metals Regarding Material Hardening

2005 ◽  
Vol 6-8 ◽  
pp. 721-728 ◽  
Author(s):  
Marco Schikorra ◽  
R. Govindarajan ◽  
Alexander Brosius ◽  
Matthias Kleiner
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element ◽  
Finite Element Simulation ◽  
Dimensional Accuracy ◽  
Material Behavior ◽  
Experimental Investigations ◽  
Sheet Metals ◽  
Forming Process ◽  
Element Simulation ◽  
Strain Reversal ◽  
Draw Bending

The phenomenon of springback of thin-walled sheet metal parts after forming is a well known problem of forming technology in general, but particularly since the finite element simulation offers the opportunity to predict geometrical and material properties after forming. Irrespective of the intensive efforts in the previous years, a reliable and accurate prediction of springback deviations by use of the finite element simulation is still not possible. This paper deals with the numerical and experimental analysis of the springback effect itself, which dependents on the final stress states of a part after the forming process. Experimental investigations have been carried out to analyze geometrical accuracy in loaded and unloaded conditions to isolate the springback effect. Additional finite element simulations have been conducted in order to compare the experimental and numerical results and to determine the geometrical differences and their reasons. Two experimental set-ups are being discussed: Air bending on the one hand, which offers good access to the specimen in the testing equipment, and draw bending on the other hand, which is characterized by a simple strain state, but also by strain reversal within the tests. Both experiments were carried out using DP600 and X5CrNi18.10 with three different sheet thicknesses and bend radii and were compared with according FE-models. An additional shear test experiment has been developed to characterize the material behavior of the tested sheet metals for strain reversal. Furthermore, the importance of the Bauschinger effect and usable hardening models were analyzed. This study intended to investigate reasons for insufficient form and dimensional accuracy between simulations and experiments after springback and to propose modeling methods to improve the accuracy.

Development of Double-Action SPF Forming Process by Finite Element Simulation for A380 Part

2012 ◽  
Vol 735 ◽  
pp. 162-169 ◽  
Author(s):  
Gilles Marin ◽  
Fabien Nazaret ◽  
Olivier Barrau ◽  
Nicolas Guegan ◽  
Benoit Marguet ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Numerical Simulation ◽  
Finite Element ◽  
Finite Elements ◽  
3D Modeling ◽  
Thickness Distribution ◽  
Forming Process ◽  
Element Simulation ◽  
Rear Part ◽  
Forming Strategy ◽  
2D And 3D

The rear part of the APF A380 has a deep drawn shape. In order to develop the forming by SPF process of this part, numerical simulation by finite elements has been performed. Several configurations for 2D and 3D modeling were studied to determine an efficient forming strategy. A double-action solution was chosen. It ensures a satisfactory thickness distribution. This article will deal with the modeling assumptions, the results of individual cases of calculation and comparison with parts obtained at the Airbus plant.

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